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Optic disc edema and Lyme disease.

G Wu, H Lincoff, R M Ellsworth

    Annals of Ophthalmology
    |August 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    A child developed Lyme disease symptoms, including rash, arthritis, and neurological issues, after a tick bite. Prompt treatment resolved papilledema, but vision changes persisted, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and intervention for tick-borne illnesses.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Ophthalmology

    Background:

    • Lyme disease, caused by Borrelia spirochetes transmitted by Ixodes ticks, can manifest with diverse systemic symptoms.
    • Neurological involvement in Lyme disease can present with varied signs, including increased intracranial pressure.

    Observation:

    • A seven-year-old child presented with febrile rash, migratory arthritis, and neurological signs following a tick bite.
    • Ophthalmological examination revealed bilateral papilledema and later pigment epithelial mottling, despite normal cerebrospinal fluid pressure.

    Findings:

    • Elevated IgM antibody titers confirmed infection with the Ixodes dammini spirochete, the vector for Lyme disease.
    • The child's papilledema resolved within a month of treatment, indicating a positive response to intervention.

    Implications:

    • This case underscores the potential for severe neurological and ophthalmological complications in pediatric Lyme disease.
    • Early recognition and management of Lyme disease are crucial to prevent long-term sequelae, including visual impairment.

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