Lyme Disease warning from Sunderland woman left 'isolated' after catching it from her dog

A woman who caught Lyme Disease from her dog has spoken out about how isolating the condition can be.

The 53-year-old became infected after Buddy, who was not up to date with his flea and tick treatment, came into contact with a hedgehog nest without her knowing about it and brought ticks into her home.After discovering eight ticks on her body, she pulled them out with tweezers and a few days later developed the bullseye rashes on her legs, chest and feet.

The NHS says it is unclear why this happens, and as such there is no agreed treatment for the chronic condition. She was already registered as disabled before she contracted Lyme Disease, due to having ME and Ménière's disease, an ear condition that can cause sudden attacks of vertigo. The severity of her conditions means she had to take early retirement.

"He's the reason I'm still here because if I'm down, if I'm really poorly, he's giving me cuddles, he's a very good support. If I'm really good, everybody knows because the dog won't leave me - he's really good, I love him." They say that misdiagnosis and late diagnosis can be common with the condition, especially if the person does not develop a rash or is not aware that they have been bitten.

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