Ticks can carry and transmit a variety of infections, but the most common in the United States is Lyme disease. This infection is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. In this video, learn about the early symptoms of Lyme disease, which may help you get treatment sooner.
You can read more about what Lyme disease is and how it’s treated here.
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024). Signs and symptoms of untreated Lyme disease.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2025). Lyme disease surveillance and data.
MedlinePlus. (2024). Lyme disease.
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Lauren Smith, MALauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
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Brian Clista, MDDr. Clista is a board-certified pediatrician who works in private practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He previously served as a National Health Service Corporation Scholar in the inner city of Pittsburgh for 11 years.
