Residual Effects of the Infection: Sometimes the symptoms are lingering effects of the infection on the body’s systems, such as the nervous system, and not necessarily an active infection. It is estimated thatapproximately 10-20% of patients treated for Lyme disease may experience PTLDS.The act...
Lyme disease is an infectious tick-based bacterial disorder caused by spiral bacteria from the Borrelia genus. The bacterial infection can spread throughout the body and can produce, among many other symptoms, facial palsy, meningitis, hypersensitivity to light, spinal cord nerve root inflammation, ...
if that test is positive or equivocal, a more specific test (Western blot). A positive Western blot test result confirms current or past infection. Especially in regions of the country where Lyme disease is very common, patients can have positive test results for Lyme...
They can also be found on top of the head. People who perform tick checks after spending time outdoors must be aware of tick hotspots, or they are unlikely to find a tick on their body.Host AnimalsTicks generally get Lyme disease from host animals like the grey squirrel (found on the ...
An ability to cope with symptom flares and side effects of medications, while functioning at the highest possible level. An ability to advocate, if necessary, on behalf of a child with Lyme disease in their school and community. Enhanced communications and problem-solving skills both within and ...
Tests for Lyme disease are not always accurate Because of the wayBorrelia burgdorferi (Bb)act within the body, antibodies may not always be present in the bloodstream. According to theCDC,“During the first few weeks of infection, such as when a patient has an erythema migrans rash, the tes...
Less commonly, if Lyme disease goes untreated, the infection may spread from the bite location to other parts of the body—such as the nervous system or heart. When this happens, you may develop other symptoms and complications weeks, months, or even years after infection.2 ...
*In China, they call it the "mushroom of immortality" - and it's effects on Lyme disease will shock you *The resin from this Indian tree can actually help protect your cartilage and reduce joint pain *The acid test for natural remedies has always been: "Does it work for real people wi...
*In China, they call it the "mushroom of immortality" - and it's effects on Lyme disease will shock you *The resin from this Indian tree can actually help protect your cartilage and reduce joint pain *The acid test for natural remedies has always been: "Does it work for real people wi...
The tick must be attached to the dog for 24-48 hours to transmit the bacteria4. When a tick bites a host, they pass the disease into the host's bloodstream. Once in the bloodstream, the disease moves throughout the host's body to specific organs or locations like the joints. ...