How Do I Approach the Evaluation and Treatment of Early Lyme Disease?

Schutzer, Steven E; Coyle, Patricia K · NEJM Evid · 2024

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AbstractThe incidence and geographic spread of Lyme disease are increasing, and more than 476,000 new cases a year are estimated to occur in the United States. Therefore, many clinicians in North America will need to consider how to approach a patient with a concern for Lyme disease. This Curbside Consult addresses common clinical considerations, including discussion of signs of early Lyme disease, available laboratory tests, when to treat and with which antibiotics.

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