All of the statements regarding Lymes disease are true, EXCEPT:
High-Yield Explanation
CNS involvement in lymes disease is indicated by lymphocytic pleocytosis, elevated protein and normal glucose. Lymphocytic meningitis is confirmed by intrathecal IgM, IgG or IgA antibodies to Borrelia Burdogferi. Borrelia burdogferi replicates in the skin and then disseminates bloodstream to other organs leading to extracutaneous manifestations. 3 Stages of Lymes disease infection are: Stage 1: Flu like symptoms and erythema migrans Stage 2: Facial palsy, meningitis Stage3 : Ahritis