Tick-borne disease
Tick-borne disease
Tick-borne diseases (pronunciation: /tɪk bɔːrn diːziːz/) are infectious diseases that are transmitted to humans and animals through the bite of infected ticks.
Etymology
The term "tick-borne disease" comes from the English words "tick", referring to the small arachnids that are the carriers of these diseases, and "borne", an old form of "bear", meaning "to carry".
Definition
Tick-borne diseases are caused by a variety of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and protozoa. The specific disease that a person or animal contracts depends on the type of tick that bit them and the microorganism that the tick is carrying.
Types of Tick-borne diseases
There are many different types of tick-borne diseases, including:
- Lyme disease
- Rocky Mountain spotted fever
- Tularemia
- Babesiosis
- Anaplasmosis
- Ehrlichiosis
- Powassan virus disease
- Colorado tick fever
- Tick-borne relapsing fever
Symptoms
The symptoms of tick-borne diseases can vary depending on the specific disease, but common symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, and a skin rash. If left untreated, some tick-borne diseases can cause severe health problems.
Prevention
Prevention of tick-borne diseases primarily involves avoiding tick bites through the use of insect repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants when in tick-infested areas, and checking for ticks after being outdoors.
Treatment
Treatment for tick-borne diseases typically involves antibiotics. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tick-borne disease
- Wikipedia's article - Tick-borne disease
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