Conversely, one of the earlier signs of Lyme disease is swelling.This can occur around any part of the body and is likely to target the muscles and joints.
Most commonly it will be found in the arms and legs first but may also appear on the neck, the ankles and the hands.This is once again a result of the body reacting to the bacteria that is affecting the body and trying to drive it out.
Fluid is used to try and stop foreign bodies from reaching other parts of the body.