How is Lyme disease transmitted to humans?
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By tick bites
The sooner the tick is removed, the better.
💡 Did you know? The bacteria live in the tick's gut.
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Which kind of pathogen causes Lyme disease?
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Bacteria (Borrelia)
They have a corkscrew shape.
💡 Did you know? They are named after the researcher Amédée Borrel.
Which typical skin sign is an early symptom of Lyme disease?
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The erythema migrans
A red ring spreads around the bite site.
💡 Did you know? It is a clear warning sign.
How is Lyme disease treated?
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With antibiotics
Caught early, it is easily curable.
💡 Did you know? Untreated it can become chronic.
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