Lyme disease is an illness that affects multiple body systems. It is caused by the spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi, which is transmitted by the Ixodes tick.
Ticks are generally located on low-lying vegetation. Once they become transmitted to the host, they attach themselves to the host's skin to feed on the blood. The ticks may attach to the skin on any part of the body; however, they often attach in areas that are difficult to see such as the groin, armpits, and scalp. They must generally be attached to the skin for 36 to 48 hours before bacteria can be transmitted.
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