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Lyme dz
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infected deer tick transmits bacterium(spirochete)
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Stage 2=early disseminated
2-12 weeks after bite |
carditis with dysrhythmias,dyspenea,dizziness,palpations,CNS disorders(meningitis,facial paralysis,peripheal neuritis)
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Stage 1=early signs
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flu symps, rash, pain & stiffness in muscles & joints,felt 3-32 days after bite
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Stage 1 tx
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10-21 days course AB's
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types of AB's for stage 1
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Vibramycin,Amoxil,Ceftin,
Zinacef |
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Stage 2 tx
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IV AB's=Rocephin,Claforan
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Stage 3=chronic persistent
6-2yrs after bite |
arthritis,enlarged lymph nodes,neurologic prbs(memory/thinking)
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Stage 3 tx
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may not respond to IV AB's
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comps with stage 3
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may develope permanent damage to joints & nervous system
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teach- ways to avoid tick bites=
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dark clothing when in woods/tall grass, tuck pant legs inside shoes, long sleeves, remove whole tick
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