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Yes. Lyme disease is a multi-system bacterial infection caused by the spirochete, Borrelia burgdorferi. The spirochete is transmitted from one animal to another through the bite of the infective tick.

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What is a lyme tick?

There is no such thing as a "Lyme Tick". Are you asking what tick carries Lyme Disease? Lyme is a bacteria that a tick might be carrying. It causes Lyme Disease when it the tick bites you. It was previously thought that only Deer Ticks carry Lyme Bacteria. More and more they are finding that any tick may carry it.


Can hornets carry lyme disease?

The black legged tick (or deer tick) carry Lyme's.


What are carriers of lyme disease?

Blacklegged ticks are carriers of lyme disease


How is lyme disease transmitted?

Lyme Disease is transmitted to a human through a tick bite if the tick is carrying the spirochete, Borrelia burgdorferi. The tick transmits the spirochete which causes the disease. It is most commonly found in the brown deer tick.


Does amoeba spread Lyme disease?

No. It does not spread by ameba. Ameba is a protozoa. Lyme disease is a tick born disease.


Could you inform me about Lyme Disease symptoms?

Lyme Disease is a tick released bacterium that is released when a deer tick bite. These can only happen if the tick carries the germ which is very common.


Does lyme disease spread?

Yes. Lyme disease is a tick borne illness that is transmitted from one animal to another through the bite of an infective tick. Lyme disease is a multi-system bacterial infection caused by the spirochete, Borrelia burgdorferi. The spirochete is transmitted by the tick.


How many people who sustain tick bites actually acquire lyme disease?

About 30% of people who sustain the tick bites actually acquire the Lyme disease.


How and where is lyme disease spread?

Lyme disease is spread by ticks. Lyme disease can be pretty much everywhere.


Does brown dog tick carry lyme disease?

No.


Why can some ticks cause serious human health problems?

There are a few dangers associated with tick bites. Firstly, when removing the tick one must make sure to remove the head as well as the body to prevent bleeding. Another risk is Lyme Disease.


Could some get Lyme disease from drinking water with a tick in it?

It is unlikely to contract Lyme disease from drinking water with a tick in it, as the bacteria that causes Lyme disease is primarily transmitted through the bite of an infected tick. Ingesting a tick is not a common route of transmission for this disease. However, it is always best to carefully inspect drinking water and avoid consuming it if there is a tick present.