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- Lyme neuroborreliosis (LNB) occurs when Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria from a tick bite spread to the nervous system.
- It affects both children and adults but presents differently.
- Adults often experience radicular pain and muscle weakness.
- Children are more likely to develop facial nerve palsy or subacute meningitis.
- Other possible symptoms include fatigue, appetite loss, and mood changes.
- Recognizing these varied symptoms in children is key to early diagnosis and treatment.
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