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  1. Feb 10, 2023 · 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. But Lyme disease is most common in the upper Midwest and the northeastern and mid-Atlantic states.

  2. Ticks need to be attached for more than 24 hours and begin filling with blood before they can transmit (spread) Lyme disease bacteria. Most people are infected through the bites of immature ticks called nymphs. Nymphs are tiny (less than 2 mm) and difficult to see. They most commonly bite during spring and summer.

  3. May 15, 2024 · Key points. Lyme disease bacteria causing human infection in the United States are spread to people by blacklegged ( Ixodes) ticks. In general, infected ticks must be attached for more than 24 hours to transmit infection; prompt tick removal can prevent transmission.

  4. May 15, 2024 · Seek medical attention if you observe any of these symptoms and have recently had a tick bite, live in an area known for Lyme disease, or have recently traveled to an area where Lyme disease occurs. Signs and symptoms. Early signs and symptoms (3 to 30 days after tick bite)

  5. Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Lyme disease. Anaplasmosis. Babesiosis. Colorado tick fever. Powassan encephalitis. Tularemia. Ehrlichiosis. Relapsing fever. Who is at risk for Lyme disease? Factors that can increase your risk for getting Lyme disease include:

  6. Feb 10, 2023 · A diagnosis usually depends on the following: A review of all signs and symptoms. A history of known or possible exposure to ticks. Blood tests to find disease-fighting antibodies to the bacteria. Treatment. Antibiotics are used to treat Lyme disease. In most cases, recovery will be quicker and more complete the sooner treatment begins.

  7. diagnosis and testing. When a Lyme disease diagnosis is simple. Tell your doctor right away if you were bitten by a tick, or if you are are experiencing symptoms and have other risk factors for Lyme disease (such as spending time in an area where Lyme disease is common). Getty Images.

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