Borelioza

© Borgis - Medycyna Rodzinna 1/2007, s. 13-16

*Ewa Talarek, Ewa Duszczyk

Summary
Lyme borreliosis is a tick-borne disease caused by spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi. The most common first manifestation is characteristic skin lesion – erythema migrans, later involvement of neurologic system, joints, heart and other organs can occur. Except erythema migrans, diagnosis of borreliosis should be confirmed by laboratory testing. Antibiotic therapy is recommended, the choice of antimicrobial agent and way of administration depend on the clinical manifestation of the disease. In most cases when treatment is early and adequate, prognosis is well. Because of the lack of specific profilaxis, prevention is based on avoiding of exposure.

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