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I got bit by a tick about 9 months ago. could the effects start showing up now?
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Not enough info: What effects do you mean? If it is the usual aches and pains of primary lyme disease, the answer is no. Certain late effects such as joint pain and swelling can occur this late if you were never treated.
Answered 6/4/2013
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