{"id":147,"date":"2021-01-27T06:20:07","date_gmt":"2021-01-27T06:20:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lifestylephysicians.com\/?p=147"},"modified":"2024-04-22T07:34:59","modified_gmt":"2024-04-22T07:34:59","slug":"7-things-you-need-to-know-about-lyme-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/3d-development.com\/lifestyle\/7-things-you-need-to-know-about-lyme-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Things You Need to Know About Lyme Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you spend a lot of time outdoors, gardening or hiking, you may be exposed to ticks that carry Lyme disease. Lyme disease is hard to diagnose \u2013 many of the symptoms mimic the flu or other conditions. You may not have noticed the tell-tale bull\u2019s eye red rash surrounding the site of your bite, or maybe you never developed one.<\/p>\n

What you do know is that you have unexplained fatigue, headaches, body aches, stiffness, and sometimes a fever. If you think you may have Lyme disease, or want to avoid contracting this debilitating illness, know these details about it.<\/p>\n

1. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Not every tick bite leads to Lyme disease<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A specific type of tick carries Lyme disease. In the Virginia area (and the entire east coast) and Midwest, it\u2019s the deer tick, also known as the black-legged tick. On the west coast, Lyme disease comes from the western black-legged tick.<\/p>\n

2. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0It\u2019s not contagious<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you have Lyme disease, you won\u2019t infect your kids, husband, or friends. Likewise, if you have a loved one with the condition, you aren\u2019t going to contract it from them. You can only get Lyme disease by a tick bite from an infected insect. These ticks exist in just about every state in America.<\/p>\n

3. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0You can remove the tick before you become infected<\/strong><\/h2>\n

To contract the disease, the infected tick needs to attach to you for 36 to 48 hours \u2013 that\u2019s about two straight days. If you find a tick on you, pull it firmly and upward off your skin with a clean pair of tweezers. Always check exposed skin after a hike or working outdoors for ticks that may have taken hold.<\/p>\n

4. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0You may, or may not, get the bullseye rash<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Although a bullseye rash is a prominent and common sign that you\u2019ve been infected, it doesn\u2019t happen to everyone with Lyme disease. Up to 50% of people with Lyme disease never get the rash. Plus, you may experience a tick bite in an area in which you don\u2019t notice the rash \u2013 such as on your scalp or around the groin.<\/p>\n

5. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Lyme disease has a diverse set of symptoms<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Lyme disease symptoms can mimic the flu, but also affect a number of other organs. Your skin, nervous system, muscles, heart, eyes, and joints can suffer. Lyme disease can trigger chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. You may have unexplained dizziness, memory loss, impaired thinking, and even panic disorder symptoms as a result.<\/p>\n

6. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Standard testing may be misleading<\/strong><\/h2>\n

To test for Lyme disease, you\u2019re subject to a blood test that relies on antibodies made by your immune system against Lyme bacteria. This test doesn\u2019t always pick up these antibodies, so it\u2019s important that all symptoms you experience are considered when making a diagnosis. If you think you might have Lyme disease, let the team at Lifestyle Physicians<\/a> know so they can make a comprehensive clinical judgment.<\/p>\n

7. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A cure is possible<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Lyme disease is treated successfully in most cases. The sooner you begin antibiotic therapy, the quicker and more complete your recovery. Even if you\u2019ve had chronic Lyme disease for a long time \u2013 like 10-25 years \u2013 there is hope. You may need more extensive or maintenance therapy, but never give up on good health.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve got unexplained fatigue and flu-like symptoms that simply don\u2019t resolve, make an appointment with Lifestyle Physicians for a thorough workup that includes a test for Lyme disease<\/a>. Dr. Sagar Verma and Dr. Sheeba Asad can get at the root cause of your ill health so you can return to full health.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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