What does Lyme do to bodies?

Typical symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash called erythema migrans. If left untreated, infection can spread to joints, the heart, and the nervous system. Lyme disease is diagnosed based on symptoms, physical findings (e.g., rash), and the possibility of exposure to infected ticks.

What are the worst symptoms of Lyme disease?

Intermittent pain in tendons, muscles, joints, and bones.

What are the late symptoms of Lyme disease?

Late persistent Lyme disease

• Arthritis that most often affects the knee.
• Numbness and tingling in the hands, feet, or back.
• Feeling very tired.
• Not being able to control the muscles of the face.
• Problems with memory, mood, or sleep, and sometimes problems speaking.

How long does a Lyme flare up last?

In most people, erythema migrans fades within three to four weeks, although for some people it can last for months. If you develop Lyme disease, you might also develop smaller rashes on other parts of your body as the disease spreads.

Can my body fight off Lyme disease?

If left untreated for months or longer, some proportion of those infected end up with significant cognitive, neurological, and cardiac problems. Not everyone gets this sick; in fact, it’s possible in some cases for—though not safe to rely on—the body’s immune system to fight off Lyme disease on its own.

What are the signs and symptoms of Lyme disease?

Early Signs and Symptoms (3 to 30 Days After Tick Bite) The appearance of the erythema migrans rash can vary widely. Fever, chills, headache, fatigue, muscle and joint aches, and swollen lymph nodes may occur in the absence of rash Erythema migrans (EM) rash (see photos):

How can I document my exposure to Lyme disease?

LymeDisease.org has developed a Lyme disease symptom checklist to help you document your exposure to Lyme disease and common symptoms for your healthcare provider. You will receive a report that you can print out and take with you to your next doctor’s appointment.

Can a tick bite be a sign of Lyme disease?

A small bump or redness at the site of a tick bite that occurs immediately and resembles a mosquito bite, is common. This irritation generally goes away in 1-2 days and is not a sign of Lyme disease. A rash with a very similar appearance to EM occurs with Southern Tick-associated Rash Illness (STARI), but is not Lyme disease

How big does a BULL’s eye rash get with Lyme disease?

People with Lyme disease might get a characteristic bull’s-eye rash. The rash gradually spreads over a period of days and can eventually reach up to 12 inches (30 centimeters) across. The signs and symptoms of Lyme disease vary.