Lyme Disease By: Sam Jones & Izzabella Christian

What is Lyme disease? Bacterial infection – Transmitted by deer ticks – First recorded case was in Germany, 1883 – Not contagious

Symptoms Rash Fever Fatigue Muscle & Joint ache Headaches Arthritis Temporary memory loss

Who is most likely to have Lyme Disease? ANYONE can get it! Most cases are in the northeastern and mid-west U.S. Very common in West Virginia –Because of the higher deer population

Current Events New treatments – Oral antibiotics Amoxicillin – Intravenous antibiotics~ days of treatment Takes time to recover from the symptoms Easily treatable if caught within six weeks

Current Research on Lyme SLICE study – Examines the impacts of Lyme disease Informs people of it’s effects

Interesting Facts Lyme Disease is called the “Great Imitator” – Multiple sclerosis – Chronic fatigue syndrome – Mono – Named after a town First largely recorded case

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