The New Lyme Disease

Ticks are small animals from the mite family that measure only a few millimeters in size but can cause big problems. We are disturbed across the country, especially those who are Borrelia carriers who are at risk for Lyme disease.

Grand Est was very impressed

Whether you're walking in the woods, a public park, or your own garden, it's hard to escape. The Grand Estate was devastated. According to a map published in April 2021 by INTE (National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment) as part of a participatory research program, Voges is located in the areas of CTQ, Meerte-at-Moselle, Mosel, Boss-Rin, Hot-Rin and Grand Est. The highest number of bites was reported.

According to this study, 35% of ticks analyzed in our area contain pathogenic factors that cause disease.

While most bites are reported in the wild, the number of bites in private parks increased in the spring of 2020, likely due to increased visitor numbers due to control measures.

Lyme disease spectrum

Lyme disease (or Lyme disease) is an infectious disease, not an infection. According to the Grand Estate Regional Health Authority (ARS), zoonoses (diseases transmitted from animals to humans) are the most common in northeastern France.

The first characteristic feature of a tick bite is a circular rash that appears as red spots around the ring. This is migraine erythema that usually occurs at the site of the bite and lasts from a few days to a few weeks. This is accompanied by headaches and stiffness.

Without treatment, the initial phase of the outbreak begins with manifestations at the nerve or joint level (inflammatory pain). The late stage, which sometimes occurs several months after the bite, is accompanied by more severe and persistent nerve and joint symptoms, followed by chronic fatigue.

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To provide targeted care for patients with so-called tick disease (MVT), the "National Plan to Combat Lyme Disease and Tick-borne Disease" provides for the identification of specialized treatment centers tailored to the complexity of the situation. : Capacity Center (CC MVT) and Reference Center (CR MVT). They are listed on the ARS website.

However, note that the bite of an infected tick does not automatically transmit the disease. In addition, lice that are removed quickly carry a lower risk.

How do you protect yourself?

Fleas thrive in moist, bright places, as well as in areas inhabited by animals such as rats, deer, or cows. They did not float from the tree, but lay on the tall grass. Spring and summer are the most pleasant times of the year as we wear light clothing but remain calm throughout the year thanks to the mild and cool climate. Climate change is also an aggravating factor, as it supports its spread (hence the risk of Lyme disease).

To limit your risk, you need to follow three simple tips. First, choose your hiking area carefully, avoiding bushes, fields and tall grass and walking along trails if possible. Then dress accordingly, ie. opaque and light colors. Cover your head with long sleeves, pants, high socks, shoes and most importantly (lice really are in your hair), summer and winter. Finally, additional repellents can be used, especially in exposed areas: around collars, around wrists and under pants. Be careful, they are contraindicated in pregnant women, young children and people with impaired immunity. Natural products such as lemon can be used, but it is better to consult a pharmacist.

When you return from sightseeing, you should carefully examine the whole family, especially the folds of skin (behind the ears, under the knees, under the arms, groin ...), scalp, hair, forgetful items (bags , clothing) , blankets ) and pets. Reuters