An unsettling neurological symptom of Lyme disease, paresthesia is characterized by tingling, numbness, burning, or “pins and needles” sensations in the skin. Unlike temporary numbness from pressure on a nerve, Lyme-related paresthesia can be persistent, intermittent, or migrate to different areas of the body without a clear cause.

This symptom arises from the effects of Borrelia burgdorferi on the nervous system, particularly when the bacteria invade nerve tissues or trigger an immune response that leads to inflammation and nerve damage. It most commonly affects the hands, feet, arms, and legs but can occur anywhere on the body, sometimes accompanied by sensations of buzzing, vibration, or hypersensitivity.

Because paresthesia is also associated with conditions like multiple sclerosis and peripheral neuropathy, it is often misdiagnosed. However, its unpredictable nature and presence alongside other Lyme symptoms can serve as important clues in identifying the root cause.

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