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   How is Borrelia burgdorferi tested for Lyme disease?

   • PCR: This test looks for evidence of the DNA of Borrelia burgdorferi in the blood or spinal fluid. This test however is not very sensitive for Lyme disease because the genetic material of the spirochete doesn't stay in the blood or spinal fluid very long, Antigen detection: This test looks for pieces of the protein of Borrelia burgdorferi.

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   What is Borrelia burgdorferi?

   • StatPearls [Internet]. Randi Tatum; Anthony L. Pearson-Shaver. Last Update: July 17, 2023. Borrelia burgdorferi is a pathogenic spirochete responsible for Lyme disease via a tick vector. This spirochete causes a characteristic annular rash, arthritis, carditis, and in late stages, encephalopathy.

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   How is Borrelia burgdorferi detected?

   • Antigen detection: This test looks for pieces of the protein of Borrelia burgdorferi. Tests that use this technique have focused on the urine primarily. The assumption is that if pieces of the protein are still present, then the organism has been there recently. This is still considered a relatively experimental test.

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   Are Borrelia symptoms related to Lyme disease?

   • Research has found that these symptoms aren't related to ongoing illness caused by borrelia bacteria. Research also shows that continued use of antibiotics doesn't improve these symptoms. If you have new health concerns or continuing health problems after Lyme disease, talk to your provider.

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › lyme-diseaseLyme disease - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Feb 10, 2023 · Request an Appointment. Symptoms & causes. Diagnosis & treatment. Doctors & departments. Overview. Lyme disease is an illness caused by borrelia bacteria. Humans usually get Lyme disease from the bite of a tick carrying the bacteria. Ticks that can carry borrelia bacteria live throughout most of the United States.

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   Jun 14, 2023 · Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in the United States, Canada, and Europe [ 1-3 ]. It is a bacterial infection caused by six species in the spirochete family Borreliaceae. The taxonomy of these spirochetes is undergoing revision, and the genus name may be represented as either Borrelia or Borreliella.

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   About Lyme Disease. General information on Lyme disease including prevention and what to do after a tick bite. Learn More. Signs and Symptoms of Untreated Lyme Disease. Information on the signs and symptoms of Lyme disease. How Lyme Disease Spreads. Borrelia bacteria are spread to people through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick. ...

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   Jul 17, 2023 · This spirochete causes a characteristic annular rash, arthritis, carditis, and in late stages, encephalopathy. This activity reviews the cause of lyme disease, its presentation and diagnosis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in its management. Objectives:

   • Author: Randi Tatum, Anthony L. Pearson-Shaver
   • Published: 2023/07/17

   • Affiliations: PBCGME, Nova Southeastern University

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   Aug 3, 2022 · LYME DISEASE OVERVIEW. Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne illness in the United States and Europe. Lyme disease is caused by an infection with the bacteria, Borrelia burgdorferi, which is carried by deer ticks. The bacteria are transmitted when a tick bites a person.

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   PCR: This test looks for evidence of the DNA of Borrelia burgdorferi in the blood or spinal fluid. This test however is not very sensitive for Lyme disease because the genetic material of the spirochete doesn't stay in the blood or spinal fluid very long, Antigen detection: This test looks for pieces of the protein of Borrelia burgdorferi.