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Lyme Disease

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\n About \n
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\n Lyme disease information on symptoms, prevention, tick removal, testing, and what CDC is doing. \n
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\n Learn More \n
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\n Lyme disease can cause fever, rash, and arthritis. Seek prompt medical care if symptoms appear. \n
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\n Blacklegged ticks spread Lyme disease in the U.S. Remove ticks within 24 hours to prevent infection. \n
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\n Lyme disease is a nationally notifiable condition. Health departments report cases to CDC. \n
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For professionals

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\n Early diagnosis and antibiotic treatment of Lyme disease can prevent more serious health issues. \n
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\n CDC recommends a two-step serologic testing process for Lyme disease using FDA-cleared assays. \n
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\n Early disseminated Lyme disease can cause neurological problems. Treat with oral or IV antibiotics. \n
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\n Lyme carditis disrupts heart signals, causing heart block. Treat with oral or IV antibiotics. \n
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\n Treat early Lyme arthritis with 4 weeks of antibiotics. Persistent cases may need a rheumatologist. \n
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\n Adjust Lyme disease treatment regimens for erythema migrans rash based on patient-specific factors. \n
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\n Treat and prevent Lyme disease through current guidance, tools, and references for health providers. \n
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Syndicated Content Details:
Source URL: http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/lyme/ld_Borreliaburgdorferi.htm
Source Agency: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Captured Date: 2016-05-23 21:50:54.0
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