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Misdiagnosis of Lyme Disease

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Overview

Misdiagnosis of Lyme disease is common.

The bacteria that cause the illness are hard to detect with current lab tests.

Symptoms of Lyme disease sometimes closely resemble those of other illnesses.


Credits for Misdiagnosis of Lyme Disease

Current as of: June 12, 2023

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