<<it is most important to clarify the bacterial and/or viral "enemies" in the ticks to do the right science, develop the right specific diagnostic tests and create the right specific therapies. For example, Chlamydia pneumoniae and Chlamydia trachomatis were found in ticks. So first we should look at the pathogens in the ticks by improved PCR. Then, if we have classified the pathogens or combination of pathogens in the ticks, science should develop in vitro models with the different pathogens. For example, the macrophages play a very important role in in vitro models to understand more about the protection mechanisms of pathogens outside the ticks (pleomorphic forms, biofilms, etc.). We need to understand how these pathogens can survive antibiotic "attacks">>
