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Borrelia

Definition: Borrelia refers to a genus of bacteria that are responsible for causing Lyme disease. These spiral-shaped bacteria are primarily transmitted through tick bites.

Noun

1. The bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, responsible for Lyme disease, is commonly found in ticks.
2. Some species of Borrelia can also cause relapsing fever.

Example Sentences:

1. I went hiking and unfortunately contracted Borrelia from a tick bite.
2. Scientists are actively researching effective treatments for Borrelia infections.
3. Her symptoms matched those of Borrelia burgdorferi, so she quickly sought medical attention.

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