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I think speaking with his doctor and explaining his history might be the best course of action. If you would remember to send us an update that would be fantastic. All the best.

Hi welcome. People that have been infected with Lyme disease often experience hypersensitivity of the skin. One study showed 70% of individuals had sensitivity to light alone. The patient group mentioned above were known as "seropositive patients". Seropositive patients are people having...

Yeah, it's not a good feeling and can really take a toll on your body. I'm glad the antibiotics are starting to take effect, albeit apparently with side effects. I hope you're feeling better today, and yes please do send an update to let us know how you're doing. It'll be interesting to see...

Please let us know how you're doing. I'd love an update. All the best.

Hi @HoneyBadget, not to be an alarmist, but yes, it's time to see the doctor. You have all the symptoms and tell-tell signs of a Lyme infection from exposure to a tick. This is directly from the CDC.gov website on Tick-borne illness and its symptoms: And about erythema migrans (circular red...

Thanks for your suggestion. I've tweaked things to prevent this frustration :)

What do the doctors say after testing? I assume you mentioned to them that you were bitten by a tick? True about aches and pains as we get older :) Any reason why you've so many dermatologists?

With the increase in Lyme's disease and lyme infected tests, a rapid test for the baceterium that causes Lyme disease would certainly be a positive turn of events. If successful, the test will open the door to better and faster treatment. Early onset Lyme and early diagnosis would help those...

It's all over Ontario right now, perhaps due to the warm weather. I'll imagine BC and western states in the USA are similar. Ticks are on the rise and a very real threat. Be vigilant with your family when in the outdoors.