Early signs of a Lyme disease can be avoided with some preventive measures. The basic preventive measures for the early signs of Lyme disease are to avoid areas that are prone to ticks, especially woody, busy areas with long grass. Apart from that, here are some measures that can reduce the chances of acquiring the Lyme disease. Stay covered . If you are walking around woody or long grassed bushy areas, make sure you are covered up well. Wear long-sleeved t-shirts, long pants tucked into your socks, shoes, a hat and possibly a pair of gloves. If you are taking your dog for a walk in such areas, make sure you have them on a leash. When walking, try and avoid walking through the long bushes and grass, stick to the sides with the low grass. Insect repellents . You can avoid pretreated clothing or apply a product with permethrin to safeguard your clothes. As far as your skin is concerned, you can apply insect repellents that are 20 percent or higher concentrated with DEET. If you are applying insect repellents to your children, ensure that you avoid the palms, eyes, and mouth. You must also note that insect repellents can be toxic, so make sure you use them with care.