Should I seek medical care for Lyme disease?

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  1. American Red Cross
     
    American Red Cross answered:
    If rash or flu-like signs develop, you should seek medical care immediately. A healthcare provider usually will prescribe antibiotics to treat Lyme disease.

    Antibiotics work quickly and effectively if taken as soon as possible. Most people who get treated early for Lyme disease make a full recovery.

    If you suspect Lyme disease, do not delay seeking treatment. Treatment time is longer and less effective when the person has been infected for a long period of time.
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