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Lyme disease is one of the most dangerous tick-borne diseases that can be transmitted in Poland. The first and main symptom that can be seen is a large erythema developing on the skin. Sometimes, however, we do not notice this symptom, or the bite site is so hidden that we do not even suspect the threat and do not observe our body. At these times, it can help to learn about other, broader, and subsequent symptoms of Lyme disease you may encounter. During the summer, be especially careful of insects and insects, bites can be dangerous to your health.
General symptoms of Lyme disease
- Erythema wandering on the body
- Redness of the skin at the site of the bite
- Neurological symptoms
- Organ symptoms
Erythema migrans: what is it?
The most common and first noticeable symptom of Lyme disease is the appearance of erythema migrans. Its name, as you can guess, owes its frequent and systematic change of position. The erythema appears about seven days after the bite, earlier you can notice a slight reddening of the skin. Sometimes the first symptoms are visible only in the second week after the bite, sometimes later – or not at all. Then you should also have a prophylactic examination with a doctor if you know that you have unfortunately been bitten. You should also watch your body for additional symptoms. Erythema after the tick bite is extremely easy to recognize because it is most often oval or circular in shape. The diameter of the lesion can be from 1 to 2 centimeters and grow over time.
Other symptoms of Lyme disease and organ symptoms
- The most severe symptoms of Lyme disease are those originating from the organs, but unfortunately they appear at the latest in the entire symptomatology of the disease
- Lyme pseudolymphoma is also sometimes present, especially if the bite occurred on the skin of the ear, on the scrotum, or on the nipple
- Occurrence of skin redness and erythema in various places
- Flu-like symptoms: higher body temperature (slight fever), fatigue, reluctance to act, slight headaches and body aches
- Enlarged peripheral lymph nodes
- Arthritis, pain in the joints, e.g. in the knee joint
- Neuropathies of all kinds
The rarest symptoms of Lyme disease
Unfortunately, we should also mention the rarest, but also occurring symptoms accompanying Lyme disease. These include meningitis and carditis, among others. Facial nerve palsy is also rare in adults, but what you should know – this symptom is common in children who are bitten. Elderly people may experience severe neuropathic pain. They may also have problems with movement and feeling in general.