Doctors in University Hospital Kerry highlighted a rare case linking swimming in Spanish waters to tick bites, resulting in Lyme disease, emphasizing potential ecological changes.
The medical team noted increased tick bites in coastal areas may become more common, given ticks' adaptation, as people usually associate them with woodlands and grasslands.
An in-depth history revealed the patient had been bitten while visiting Spanish beaches, ultimately leading to her Lyme disease diagnosis after significant symptoms developed.
After treatment with intravenous antibiotics, the patient showed significant improvement, underscoring the importance of prompt diagnosis and interventions for tick-borne diseases like Lyme.
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