Borreliosis in the Ostallgäu: dramatic increase in cases 2025!

Borreliosis in the Ostallgäu: dramatic increase in cases 2025!

Ostallgäu, Deutschland - In the Ostallgäu, the cases of Lyme disease have risen significantly this year. 19 cases have been reported since the beginning of the year, while only seven were in the same period of last year, and in 2023 there were eleven cases. [Allgäuer Zeitung] (https://www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de/kaufbeuren/ Mehr-faelle-von-borreliose-im-ostallgaeu-109215038) reports that mild winter and warm, dry spring favor the activity of the ticks. These small bloodsuckers, which are at home in rural and forested areas, are a great risk because they can transmit different diseases.

The number of unreported cases of Borreliosis cases is assessed as significantly higher, since many people do not immediately notice the symptoms. As a rule, these only occur weeks after a tick bite and can be like flu. The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) registers around 10,000 confirmed Borreliosis cases in Germany annually; However, the actual number could be far above it due to the delayed symptoms. The diagnosis is often difficult, and untreated, serious chronic inflammation of the joints and nervous system can occur.

symptoms and treatment

The typical symptom of Lyme disease is the so -called wandering blush, a ring -shaped redness around the puncture site. After a tick bite, the affected area should be observed for a few days. At the first sign, it is advisable to see a doctor quickly, because the disease can be treated well with antibiotics if it is recognized early enough. Health portal describes that not every tick bears Borrelia bacteria; The transmission usually only takes place after more than 24 hours.

experts recommend taking preventive measures during the outdoor season. Long and bright clothing can help recognize ticks early. Especially in high grass or bushes, it should be paid to closed shoes. It is also advisable to search the body thoroughly on ticks after stays in the forest or garden in order to reduce the risk of infection. Children in particular should be remembered that this review is not neglected.

the right behavior outdoors

Since the stay in nature is still very popular, awareness of the risks of tick bites should be sharpened. Ticks often crawl on the body for several hours before they are adding, which makes it important to pay attention to ticks even after longer stays outdoors and in their own garden and to cut them off immediately. Rki advises to use suitable way of gathering that must be offered for a few hours, but must be applied regularly.

The current situation shows that Lyme disease is also a serious topic in our region. Find out more to your family doctor or the Ostallgäu health office to protect yourself and your family from an infection and to act in good time.