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Lyme Arthritis
Title: Lyme Arthritis
Category: Science & Technology
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Lyme Arthritis
Lyme Arthritis
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Lyme disease is a tick-transmitted inflammatory disorder
characterized by an early focal skin lesion, and subsequently a growing
red area on the skin (erythema chronicum migrans or ECM). The disorder
may be followed weeks later by neurological, heart or joint
abnormalities.
Symptomatology
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The first symptom of Lyme disease is a skin lesion. Known as
erythema chronicum migrans, or ECM, this usually begins as a red
discoloration (macule) or as an elevated round spot (…showed first 75 words of 1298 total…
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…showed last 75 words of 1298 total…patients who have not yet developed the
antibodies. This would enable doctors to diagnose Lyme disease very
early in the course of the illness.
This disease entry is based upon medical information available
through July 1989. Since NORD's resources are limited, it is not
possible to keep every entry in the Rare Disease Database completely
current and accurate. Please check with the agencies listed in the
Resources section for the most current information about this disorder
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