Woman develops Lyme disease symptoms after giving birth
In their article, “An Unusual Case of Serologically Confirmed Post-Partum Lyme Disease Following an Asymptomatic Borrelia burgdorferi Infection Acquired during Pregnancy and Lacking Vertical Transmission in Utero,” Pavia et al. describe the case of a young woman who developed symptoms of Lyme disease immediately following the birth of her child. [1]
How long does it take for a tick to transmit Babesia?
The numbers of cases of Babesia are climbing - a real concern, particularly since this tick-borne pathogen can be transmitted immediately following a tick bite. In their study “Lyme borreliosis: a review of data on transmission time after tick attachment,” Cook and colleagues describe the various timeframes it may take for an individual to become infected depending upon the tick-borne pathogen.
Atypical case of Lyme carditis in Florida woman
In this case report, “A Rare Presentation of Lyme Disease in an Immunocompromised Patient,” Basile and colleagues highlight atypical cardiac manifestations due to Lyme disease and the challenges in diagnosing Lyme carditis in immunocompromised patients. [1]
Lyme arthritis and periprosthetic joint infections
Arthritis is a common complication of Lyme disease and typically presents with intermittent episodes of swelling of larger joints, usually the knee. Meanwhile, periprosthetic joint infections (PJI) caused by Lyme are rare.
Woman has multiple lone star tick bites after walk in park
In their article, “Young woman with tick bites presents with erythematous papules, headaches, and fatigue,” Yuan and Cohen highlight the growing threat of the Lone Star Tick in the northeastern region of the United States. [1]
Case reports: Lyme disease infection causes carditis
Lyme carditis occurs when Lyme disease bacteria penetrates the heart's tissues and disrupts electrical signals. Pericarditis involves inflammation of the thin, saclike tissue surrounding the heart. Investigators describe two cases in which Lyme disease led to cardiac complications.
Autopsy reveals multiple Borrelia species in brain of man with chronic Lyme disease
Several post-mortem studies have demonstrated the presence of Borrelia spirochetes in the brain and central nervous system of patients with a history of Lyme disease. In this case report, investigators add to the growing evidence that Borrelia spirochete can reside in brain tissue even after prolonged antibiotic treatment.
Lyme disease or dementia?
In the article entitled “A Case of Reversible Dementia? Dementia vs Delirium in Lyme Disease,” Sanchini et al. present a case which highlights the importance of having a diagnostic approach to dementia to identify and treat reversible causes. [1]
A unique presentation of Lyme disease rash
While Lyme disease is typically associated with a bull’s-eye rash, atypical presentations can occur. Recognizing these unique appearances is imperative to an early diagnosis and prompt treatment, especially when serological testing for Lyme disease is unreliable.
Delayed diagnosis of Lyme disease in North Carolina
In their case report, “Delayed Diagnosis of Locally Acquired Lyme Disease, Central North Carolina, USA,” Boyce and colleagues highlight the need for greater awareness and education on the prevalence of Lyme disease in Southeastern states, such as North Carolina. [1]
