Tick-Borne Diseases Overview

These flashcards cover key concepts and vocabulary related to tick-borne diseases, including definitions, symptoms, and prevention tips.

Tick-borne disease

A disease that occurs when a tick infected with pathogens attaches to another animal and feeds.

Zoonotic pathogens

Pathogens that can be transferred from animals to humans.

Ehrlichiosis

A tick-borne infectious disease caused by bacteria of the Ehrlichia genus, affecting white blood cells.

Symptoms of Lyme disease

Fever, headache, fatigue, and a rash known as erythema migrans.

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF)

A potentially serious tick-borne disease characterized by fever, headache, muscle pain, and rash.

Anaplasmosis

A disease caused by Anaplasma bacteria, leading to symptoms like lethargy and lameness.

Babesiosis

A disease caused by babesia bacteria affecting red blood cells, resulting in anemia and weakness.

Hepatozoonosis

A disease caused by the protozoan Hepatozoon that can affect dogs and lead to severe health issues.

Powassan virus

A virus spread to humans through tick bites, potentially causing severe neurological symptoms.

Preventive measures for tick bites

Strategies include treating clothing with permethrin, applying pesticides, and creating tick-free zones.