Tag: tick bites

  • Lyme Disease and Pregnancy: Understanding the Risks and Precautions

    Read more Lyme disease is an illness transmitted by ticks, primarily found in the northeastern and Midwestern regions of the United States, though it can occur wherever ticks are present. Diagnosing Lyme disease can be challenging since there is no specific test available for confirming its presence. Symptoms often manifest as a bull’s-eye-shaped rash, joint…

  • Lyme Disease and Pregnancy

    Read more Hey there, mama! If you’re enjoying the great outdoors during those sunny spring and summer months, it’s important to be aware of Lyme disease, especially if you’re expecting. The thought of being diagnosed with Lyme disease while pregnant can be pretty scary, so let’s break it down together. What is Lyme Disease and…