Getty Images Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Unlock Access to AARP Members Edition Join AARP to Continue Already a Member? Login Question 1 of 8 Which of these are reasons that tick-borne diseases are on the rise in the U.S.? Shifting climate patterns Suburban development Greater public awareness All of the above Despite this, health experts say many Lyme disease cases are missed early on. Question 2 of 8 True or false? In 2022, Lyme disease diagnoses among the 64-plus population were more than double that for the same age group between 2017 and 2019. True False That’s according to a 2024 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Question 3 of 8 What percentage of people with Lyme disease develop a rash? 20-30 percent 40-50 percent 70-80 percent 90-100 percent When rashes do develop, only 20 to 30 percent of them exhibit the classic “bull's-eye” appearance associated with Lyme disease. Question 4 of 8 Which symptom is not associated with early Lyme disease? Mild fever Runny nose Fatigue Body aches Unlike common colds, flu or COVID-19, early Lyme disease does not present with respiratory symptoms like a runny nose, sore throat or cough. Question 5 of 8 What is the method the CDC recommends for removing a tick? Burn it off Use fine-tipped tweezers to pull upward with steady, even pressure Apply petroleum jelly Twist and pull If you can put the tick in a sealed bag or container, it may help your doctor with a diagnosis. Members only
Question 6 of 8 Why might early Lyme disease be missed or misdiagnosed? Symptoms overlap with many other conditions Lack of awareness among doctors Symptoms are only skin-related None of the above Early Lyme disease is often missed because its symptoms overlap with those of many other conditions, and current lab tests may not show the infection until four to six weeks after the tick bite. Question 7 of 8 Which preventive measure is not recommended for avoiding Lyme disease? Wearing permethrin-treated clothing Using insect repellent Wearing short sleeves and shorts Performing regular tick checks Wearing short sleeves and shorts increases the risk of tick bites. Question 8 of 8 In which areas is Lyme disease most common? Southeastern U.S. Southwestern U.S. Upper midwestern, northeastern and mid-Atlantic states Northwestern U.S. The CDC says Lyme disease is most common in the upper midwestern, northeastern and mid-Atlantic states. Submit Quiz You have unanswered questions. Please go back and complete those questions to finish the quiz. 0 Correct 0 Incorrect Oops...something went wrong. Please log out and log back in to continue.
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