Cause Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, transmitted through tick bites.
Symptoms Early signs include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic "bull's-eye" rash.
Diagnosis Blood tests and clinical evaluation are used to diagnose Lyme disease.
Treatment Early-stage Lyme disease is effectively treated with antibiotics.
Prevention Avoiding tick-infested areas, using insect repellent, and performing regular tick checks can prevent infection.
Chronic Lyme Disease Some patients report persistent symptoms, though the concept of chronic Lyme disease is debated in the medical community.
Research Ongoing studies aim to improve diagnostics, understand persistent symptoms, and develop a vaccine.