Ticks infected with Lyme Disease can be found throughout New York State. Sixty percent of people infected by Lyme Disease will develop a circular, red, warm, rash with a 'bulls-eye' appearance. Primary Stage Symptoms - fever, nausea, testicular and lymph node enlargement, malaise, muscle or joint aches and pains, and rash. These symptoms appear 3-30 days after infection. Secondary Stage Symptoms - meningitis, encephalitis, and carditis, that if left untreated can result in neurological symptoms, heart problems and arthritis.
Symptoms appear within two weeks of the bite of an infected tick.
The rash begins on arms or legs, may include the palms of the hands or the soles of the feet, and can spread rapidly to the rest of the body. Babesiosis is of most concern to elderly and individuals with weak immune systems. It takes from 1 to 12 months for symptoms to appear. Infections can occur without producing symptoms. Common symptoms include fever, fatigue and anemia, lasting from several days to several months.