Lyme disease Flashcards by Sarah Calvert

Q

What are the key diagnostic factors of Lyme disease?

A

erythema migrant (at site of tick bite, 1-2 weeks later)
fever, headache, myalgia, fatigue, arthralgias

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How is lymes disease diagnosed?

A

enzyme immunoassay

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How is Lyme disease treated?

A

single dose of doxycycline if started <72hrs after tick removal
if erythema migrant rash give doxycycline for 10 days or amoxicillin for 14 days
if the CNS has been affected, give IV ceftriaxone

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