Lyme disease is an infectious illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, transmitted through tick bites.
It often begins with flu-like symptoms and a distinctive bull’s-eye rash at the bite site.
If untreated, it can spread to joints, the nervous system, and the heart.
Early diagnosis and antibiotic treatment are crucial for recovery.
It's most common in wooded or grassy areas where ticks thrive.