Question

A 29-year-old with early localized Lyme (erythema migrans) returns tick removed yesterday after estimated 48 hours attached in an endemic area. What prophylaxis is indicated for his partner who also found an attached Ixodes tick removed 24 hours ago?

Accepted Answer

No prophylaxis for partner

Answer

Doxycycline 100 mg BID for 10 days

Answer

Single 200 mg doxycycline now for partner

Answer

Amoxicillin 500 mg TID for 10 days

Answer

Cefuroxime 500 mg BID for 10 days

Practice question

A 29-year-old with early localized Lyme (erythema migrans) returns tick removed yesterday after estimated 48 hours attached in an endemic area. What prophylaxis is indicated for his partner who also found an attached Ixodes tick removed 24 hours ago?