Write an article based on this "Check for a rash. Look for flu-like symptoms. Pay attention to joint pain. Notice heart issues. Watch for facial paralysis."
One symptom of Lyme disease is a rash, called erythema migrans. This rash starts at one point and expands out, sort of like a bull's eye. It may appear as soon as 3 days after being bitten, but it could take up to 30 days. It will likely start around your bite, but as the disease progresses, you'll see it on other parts of your body. One of the issues with diagnosing Lyme disease is the symptoms are similar to many other diseases. Mainly, they are similar to flu-like symptoms, such as chills and fever. You might also feel achy or have a headache. You may feel lightheaded or dizzy. Sometimes these symptoms are accompanied by nausea and vomiting. You may notice your joints are achy, and they may swell as well. Usually, this symptom will appear in your larger joints, such as your knees and elbows. Also, you may have a stiff neck. You may also have shooting pains in your body. Complications of Lyme disease can lead to heart issues. You may notice shortness of breath, as well as heart palpitations. These symptoms may be accompanied by chest pain. Another symptom of Lyme disease is partial face paralysis. This symptom is neurological in nature. Other neurological symptoms include meningitis (brain swelling), as well as numbness in your arms and legs. The main symptoms of meningitis are fever, low energy, and loss of appetite, though you may also have light sensitivity, a stiff neck, and a headache.