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   How do you know if you have Lyme disease?

   • If your doctor suspects that you have Lyme disease, they may order two blood tests. These will look for signs that your body is trying to fight it off. The results are most precise a few weeks after you’ve been infected. These tests are: ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) test. This test can’t check for the bacteria that causes Lyme disease.

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   What are the long-term symptoms of Lyme disease?

   • Some people with Lyme disease report symptoms that continue after treatment. These longer-lasting symptoms may include: Arthritis that begins with Lyme disease and doesn't improve. Body aches and pains. Constant or frequent tiredness. Memory complaints. These conditions are not clearly understood.

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   How do I know if my child has Lyme disease?

   • Children can have all the signs and symptoms of Lyme that adults have, but they may have trouble telling you exactly what they feel or where it hurts. You may notice a decline in school performance, or your child’s mood swings may become problematic. Your child’s social and speech skills or motor coordination may regress.

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   Jun 30, 2023 · How Do I Know If I Have Lyme Disease? Medically Reviewed by David Zelman, MD on June 30, 2023. Written by WebMD Editorial Contributors. What Is Lyme Disease? How Is It Diagnosed? Is...

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   The commonly used ELISA test is not a reliable indicator for many Lyme patients (32). The Western blot test tends to be more sensitive, but it still misses 20 percent or more of Lyme cases (32). At-home testing is also available. You can buy a test kit online from LetsGetChecked here. If you don’t have the initial Lyme rash, diagnosis is usually ba...

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   Remove the tickby pulling it directly out with fine-tipped tweezers. Lift upward with slow and even pressure. Don’t twist when removing it. Don’t crush it or put soap or other substances on it. Don’t apply heat to it. Place the tick in a resealable container. See if you can identify what kind of a tick it is. Immediately after removing the tick, wa...

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   If you have the classic Lyme rash or other symptoms of early Lyme, you’ll need at least three weeks of oral antibiotics. Shorter courses of treatment have resulted in a 40 percent relapse rate (33). Even with three weeks of antibiotics, you may need one or more courses of antibiotics if your symptoms return. Lyme is tricky and affects different peo...

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   Jan 15, 2021 · Seek medical attention if you observe any of these symptoms and have had a tick bite, live in an area known for Lyme disease, or have recently traveled to an area where Lyme disease occurs. Untreated Lyme disease can produce a wide range of symptoms, depending on the stage of infection.

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   May 15, 2024 · Untreated Lyme disease can produce a wide range of symptoms, depending on the stage of infection. These include fever, rash, facial paralysis, an irregular heartbeat, and arthritis.

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   Feb 10, 2023 · Most people who get Lyme disease don't remember having a tick bite. And many symptoms of Lyme disease relate to other conditions. See your health care provider if you have Lyme disease symptoms. An early diagnosis and proper treatment can improve outcomes. If you know you had a tick bite or might have been around ticks, watch for symptoms.

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   Early symptoms can include achiness, chills, fever, sweats, fatigue, malaise, headache, stiff neck, muscle soreness, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, and sore throat. The combination of the skin lesion and flu-like symptoms are the primary manifestations of acute stage Lyme disease, although the rash and flu-like symptoms are not always present.

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   Jun 13, 2022 · In areas where Lyme disease is common, most family practice physicians, general practitioners, and pediatricians are familiar with diagnosing and treating Lyme disease. If you have symptoms that suggest Lyme disease, or any other tick-borne infection, tell your doctor all these facts.