Causes of Watermelon Splits. There are a few causes of watermelon splits. The most common cause for a bursting watermelon is erratic watering. Whether itâs due to poor irrigation practices or drought followed by heavy rain, excessive accumulation of water can put the fruit under a lot of pressure.
You may first notice symptoms weeks to months after the tick bite. If the disease isn't treated, it may progress from mild symptoms to serious, long-term disabilities. 1  In the first stage, you may have a rash (erythema migrans) at the site of the tick bite. 2  You may also have a lack of energy or a headache and stiff neck.3  Sometimes people have no symptoms at this stage. In the first stage, you may have a rash (erythema migrans) at the site of the tick bite. 2  You may also have a lack of energy or a headache and stiff neck. 3  Sometimes people have no symptoms at this stage. 4  In the second stage, symptoms may include memory problems and pain and weakness in the arms and legs.
The early stages of Lyme disease usually include the bullâs-eye rash (erythema migrans) and flu-like symptoms of chills and fever, fatigue, muscle pain, and headache. In rare cases, patients develop an abnormal heartbeat (Lyme carditis). All of these conditions are treated with 10 - 28 days with antibiotics. Other symptoms may accompany the rash, such as joint pain, fever, chills, or fatigue. 2  If Lyme disease is not treated, more severe symptoms and complications can occur. 3  These include arthritis, neurologic symptoms, or heart problems.