The deer population in and around the New York Tristate areas is heavily infested with ticks and puts residents at risk for contracting Lyme disease. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) statistics, Lyme disease affects close to 300,000 people each year in the United States alone. Immunology experts believe greater awareness about this disease can help residents take preventative steps. 

Immunology Experts’ Guide to Understanding & Addressing Lyme Disease

What Causes Lyme Disease?

Lyme disease only spreads through blacklegged ticks, which are commonly found in deer. Furry pets typically catch these ticks from the outdoors and expose homeowners to the bloodsucking parasites. An infected tick has to stick to human skin for at least 36 hours before it can transmit the virus into their bloodstream.

How Can You Prevent Lyme Disease?

Avoiding tick exposure is one way to ensure your safety against Lyme disease; routinely checking your body for ticks is another. Immunology specialists emphasize running thorough checks on your hair, knees, belly button, and underarms to ensure there are no ticks or bites.

What Do You Do if You Detect a Tick?

If you find one on yourself or your pet’s body, pull it out with the help of a clean tweezer, then set up an appointment with your doctor. During your visit, the physician will run checks for visible rashes, fever, chills, or in some cases, joint discomfort. This would also be a good time to schedule a trip to the animal doctor and have your pets checked out for signs of ticks.

If you find a tick bite or want to take preventative measure, Linchitz Medical Wellness is committed to offering a comprehensive range of immunology, regenerative medicine, and intravenous therapy solutions to their clients in the New York Tristate area. Their state-of-the-art facility has all you need to get your health back on track. For further information about Lyme disease causes, prevention, and treatments, call their professionals at (516) 759-4200 or visit their website.