Lyme Science Blog

Gastrointestinal Symptoms of Lyme Disease Gastrointestinal symptoms of Lyme disease may occur when infection affects the digestive system or disrupts normal immune and inflammatory responses. Some patients experience nausea, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, or other digestive disturbances during Lyme illness. Digestive symptoms may appear early in infection or develop later as the disease progresses. Because gastrointestinal […]

Skin Symptoms of Lyme Disease Skin symptoms of Lyme disease are often the earliest signs of infection. Many patients develop rashes or other skin changes after a tick bite, although these symptoms may vary widely in appearance. The most recognized skin manifestation of Lyme disease is erythema migrans, a rash that may expand over time.

Cardiac Symptoms of Lyme Disease Cardiac symptoms of Lyme disease occur when infection affects the heart and its electrical conduction system. Some patients develop palpitations, dizziness, fainting, or abnormalities in heart rhythm as part of Lyme infection. Although cardiac complications are less common than neurologic or musculoskeletal symptoms, heart involvement can occur as part of

Psychiatric Symptoms of Lyme Disease Psychiatric symptoms of Lyme disease can occur when infection affects the brain and nervous system. Patients may experience anxiety, depression, irritability, or changes in mood and behavior as part of the illness. These symptoms can develop early in Lyme disease or appear later when infection is not recognized and treated

Lyme Arthritis Symptoms: Joint and Muscle Pain in Lyme Disease Lyme arthritis symptoms are among the most common manifestations of Lyme disease. Many patients develop joint pain, swelling, and muscle aches as the infection affects the musculoskeletal system. These symptoms may appear early in Lyme disease or develop later if the infection is not recognized

Neurologic Lyme Disease: Understanding Nervous System Symptoms Neurologic Lyme disease occurs when infection with Borrelia burgdorferi affects the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves. These neurologic manifestations represent some of the most complex symptoms of Lyme disease and can involve both the central and peripheral nervous system. Patients with neurologic Lyme disease may experience symptoms