Lyme Disease : New Case Reported
A case of Lyme disease has been recently reported in the Ernakulam district of Kerala.
- Lyme Disease is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi.
- It is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected black-legged ticks, often referred to as deer ticks.
- It is prevalent in wooded and grassy areas worldwide, particularly during warmer months. It is most commonly reported in North America, Europe, and some parts of Asia.
- Early symptoms of Lyme disease start between 3 to 30 days after an infected tick bite you.
- It commonly manifests with symptoms such as fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic “bull’s-eye” red rash called erythema migrans (EM).
- Erythema migrans serves as a hallmark sign, aiding in the early diagnosis and management of this tick-borne illness.
- Left untreated, it can lead to more severe complications affecting the joints, heart, and nervous system.
- The standard treatment for Lyme disease is antibiotics, such as doxycycline or amoxicillin, especially in the early stages.
