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The Last Word With Matt Cooper

What Is Lyme Disease And How Is It Treated?

Lyme Disease is caused by a bacteria which is transmitted to humans through tick bites. Although not...
Sarah Stacey
Sarah Stacey

5:58 PM - 16 Oct 2019



The Last Word With Matt Cooper

What Is Lyme Disease And How Is It Treated?

Sarah Stacey
Sarah Stacey

5:58 PM - 16 Oct 2019

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Lyme Disease is caused by a bacteria which is transmitted to humans through tick bites.

Although not as common in Ireland as it is in some other countries, it's thought to be under-diagnosed. There were about 500 confirmed cases of Lyme Disease in Ireland last year.

Early symptoms include fever, chill, fatigue, headache, muscle and joint aches and a rash, but it can also cause cardiac and neurological symptoms. There are several antibiotic treatments available.

Dr Ray Walley joined us for our weekly medical consultation to give a more detailed overview of Lyme Disease.

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