Tick-borne encephalitis – Why be afraid of ticks and not forget about vaccination?
Tick-borne encephalitis is a viral disease caused by the tick-borne encephalitis virus, which is found in the saliva of an infected tick. Unlike the bacteria that cause Lyme disease, where the risk of transmission is greater after a longer bite, the tick-borne encephalitis virus can be transmitted very quickly - often within minutes of bite. Therefore, even timely removal of the tick may not prevent infection.
The disease has a two-phase course. The first phase begins 7–14 days after the tick bite and resembles the flu: fever, fatigue, headache, muscle and joint pain. After a temporary improvement (the so-called symptom-free window), the second phase begins, which affects the central nervous system - severe headaches, stiff neck, dizziness, vomiting, impaired consciousness, sometimes paralysis or seizures. The consequences can be long-term - impaired concentration, sleep, or chronic fatigue.
Vaccination is the most effective prevention and is recommended not only for children from 1 year of age, but also for adults, especially those who spend time in nature. We are happy to vaccinate the whole family - do not hesitate to order.
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