Summary:
- Researchers have discovered that bacteria responsible for Lyme disease can hide inside the human body by forming protective "biofilms" or bacterial skeletons.
- These biofilms make it difficult for the immune system to detect and eliminate the bacteria, leading to persistent symptoms in some Lyme disease patients.
- Understanding the role of these bacterial biofilms could help develop new treatments to target the hidden bacteria and improve outcomes for individuals with long-term Lyme disease.