Meaning of the word "Lyme disease" in English

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Lyme disease

US /ˈlaɪm dɪˌziːz/
UK /ˌlaɪm dɪˈziːz/
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Noun

an inflammatory disease characterized by a rash, headache, fever, and chills, caused by bacteria transmitted by ticks.

Example:
She was diagnosed with Lyme disease after a tick bite.
Preventing tick bites is crucial to avoid Lyme disease.