early stage
The first stage is the early stage, and this is the stage that the Lyme rash, or the erythema migrans is most typically seen. It takes approximately 7-10 days after the tick bites for this rash to appear. It can occur as long as 28-30 days later. At this time you can also experience swollen lymph nodes. Fever is usually low-grade, around 102-103 degrees, and the fever is more common in children than adults. After 3-4 weeks, the rash does fade without any treatment. If antibiotics are given, the rash resolves much more quickly.
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO PANIC IF YOU HAVE A RASH, AND YOU HAVE BEEN IN THE OUTDOORS. Please go to the photo section on Survive Outdoors, and you will see common allergic reactions from tick bites which are not the Lyme Disease rash.
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