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Does lyme disease always show up in a blood test?
Sometimes. It doesn't always show up in a blood test. However, only cases where it does show up in a blood test are reported to the CDC. Therefore, there are many more cases of Lyme disease than are reported to the Center for Disease Control.
Are lyme disease and valley fever the same disease?
No. One is bacterial and the other is fungal. Also, both show up in different geographic regions.
Is Lyme disease contagious?
Depending on how you mean, yes and no, and undecided. Lyme disease is considered an 'infectious disease', because it is transmitted by the bite of a tick. It can also be passed invitro (mother to infant) in humans, and early signs are beginning to show that it could also be sexually transmitted. Because the bacteria is constantly changing to fit the world it lives it (us!), the development of Lyme disease as a sexual transmitted disease is a very real possibility in the near future. Many partners of people with Lyme disease have developed the disease, and most Lyme literate doctors believe this is the case. So yah, its infectious. and very dangerous.
what is a lumbar discgram why doesnt it show on mri?
There is no real reason why a lumbar discgram will not show up on a mri.
How do you know if you have lyme disease?
A physician must diagnose Lyme Disease based on the results of lab tests and blood work. A test called a Western Blot is used to diagnose Lyme Disease. However, there are cases where a patient has Lyme and it doesn't show up in some of the tests or when a false positive is given. The physician will make the diagnosis based on a variety of criteria. The bullseye rash isn't always present in patients but is a sign of Lyme disease if it is found. It may be necessary to go to a Lyme Disease Specialist in order to receive a diagnosis, especially in an area where Lyme Disease isn't prevalent.
Does lyme disease go away?
I had lyme disease a couple years ago, and even after you're done with the medicane and stuff it will always be in your system; like if you get bloodwork or something it will show up as you have it, but it will always be there. I know when somepeople dont catch it right away they may never get rid of it, or it may take a while. Good Luck.
Most Common Lyme Disease Symptoms ?
Lyme disease is a serious illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which enters the human body via an infected blacklegged tick. Ticks become infected with this harmful bacterium if they feed off deer or mice that have Lyme disease. The three stages of Lyme disease can cause difference symptoms, and while treating this infectious disease at its beginning stages is best, patients can typically expect a full recovery when treated with proper medications.Stage One SymptomsStage one Lyme disease typically occurs immediately upon being infected. This stage of the disease is also referred to as localized Lyme disease. The symptoms associated within this stage of Lyme disease are very similar to flu symptoms, and they typically begin to showcase several days after being infected. If you've found a tick on your body and begin to experience symptoms such as chills, headache, muscle pain, fainting, body-wide itching and a stiff neck then you should immediately visit your physician to be tested for Lyme disease. Another telltale sign of Lyme disease is a "bull's eye" rash, which is a circular red rash with a clear, or white, area in the center of the rash. This typical rash can be small, but will typically expand over time.Stage Two SymptomsStage two Lyme disease, also referred to as early disseminated Lyme disease, begins to show symptoms weeks or months after the initial infection. These symptoms are more serious, and will be difficult to overlook. The most common symptoms associated with this stage of Lyme disease include: muscle pain, swelling of knee joints, swelling of other joints, face muscle weakness or paralysis as well as heart palpitations or other heart problems.Stage Three SymptomsStage three Lyme disease, also known as late disseminated Lyme disease, occurs months or years after being infected and the most typical symptoms associated with stage three Lyme disease are joint and muscle pain; however, further symptoms include: overall numbness, abnormal muscle twitches, muscle fatigue and speech problems.TreatmentWhile specific treatment options can vary according to the patient, typically treatment consists of antibiotics, which may be taken for two to four weeks. To help relieve joint stiffness commonly associated with this disease, physicians typically prescribe ibuprofen or other pain medications.
Can lymes disease make you perminatly disabled?
Yes. Lyme disease is a systemic infection that can affect all systems of the human body. This disease is a bacterial infection transmitted by the spirochete, Borrelia burgdorferi.Complications from the disease can cause a patient to become permanently disabled. I have a family member who is permanently disabled due to a complication from Lyme Disease. She had such a high level of serio-active proteins that when she sneezed, she ripped her lung.Lyme Disease affects patients in different ways and there are numerous ways in which the disease could cause a person to become disabled.
What would cause your sons hands to hurt him badly possible flu or cold?
Not to alarm you, as I am not a Doctor nor a professional.Lyme disease can cause this, along with many more symptoms.FYI: When people are tested for Lyme disease, the test is not 100% full proof, and can show negative.
Can you tell me what some Lyme Disease symptoms are?
One sign of Lyme disease is a round, red rash that spreads at the site of a tick bite. This rash can get very large.Flu-like symptoms are also very common. People in the early stages of Lyme disease may feel very tired and have headaches, sore muscles and joints, and a fever.These symptoms can start at any time, from 3 days up to a month after you have been bitten. Some people don't have any symptoms when they are in the early stages of Lyme disease. And they may not even remember getting a tick bite.If Lyme disease goes untreated, you can have more serious symptoms over time. These include:Swelling and joint pain (like arthritis).Tingling and numbness in your hands, feet, and back.A lack of energy that does not get better.Trouble focusing your thoughts.Poor memory.Weakness or paralysis in your face musclesWhat are the symptoms of Lyme disease? You might feel as if you have the flu--relatively high fever, headache, joints that ache but unlike any flu you might have had before and even after a week you don't feel better.If you're lucky, a bullseye or many bullseye (red round rash with a center eye) appear on your skin. You may or may not have known you had a tick bite, but it generally appears at the site of the bite.At this point, a doctor must be consulted so that blood can be drawn to run a Lyme disease test called a Lyme titer and you can be started on a course of antibiotics.Since the titer doesn't immediately show the Lyme infection, your doctor may need to repeat this test days later.Note: It is called Lyme disease because the first cases were identified in Lyme, CT.The symptoms often begin with back pain, typically between the shoulder blades and in the neck like a slipped disc. The pain worsens at night.Distorted feelings around the area of the bite. The nerves become numb, especially in the face. This may occur at any time up to four weeks after the pain began.Sometimes neuro borrelia may present itself as meningitis, with fever, headache and stiffness in the neck.In rare cases, the disease may become chronic, with a slowly developing destruction of the nervous system, numbing, partial hearing impairment and the development of dementia.Neuro borrelia demands immediate treatment, usually with an admission to hospital.
Lyme disease?
DefinitionLyme disease is an inflammatory disease spread through a tick bite.This article offers a general overview on Lyme disease. For specific information, see:Lyme disease - primaryLyme disease - early disseminatedLyme disease - chronic persistentAlternative NamesBorreliosisCauses, incidence, and risk factorsLyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi (B. burgdorferi). Certain ticks carry these bacteria. The ticks pick up the bacteria when they bite mice or deer that are infected with Lyme disease. You can get the disease if you are bitten by an infected tick.Lyme disease was first reported in the United States in the town of Old Lyme, Connecticut, in 1975. Cases have now been reported in most parts of the United States. Most of the cases occur in the Northeast, some parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin, the mid-Atlantic states, and along the Pacific coast. Lyme disease is usually seen during the late spring, summer, and early fall.There are 3 stages of Lyme disease.Stage 1 is called primary Lyme disease.Stage 2 is called secondary Lyme disease and early disseminated Lyme disease.Stage 3 is called tertiary Lyme disease and chronic persistant Lyme disease.Risk factors for Lyme disease include:Doing activities that increase tick exposure (for example, gardening, hunting, or hiking)Having a pet that may carry ticks homeWalking in high grassesSymptomsNot everyone infected with these bacteria gets ill. If a person does become ill, the first symptoms resemble the flu and include:ChillsFeverHeadacheLethargyMuscle painThere may be a "bulls eye" rash, a flat or slightly raised red spot at the site of the tick bite. Often there is a clear area in the center. It can be larger than 1 - 3 inches wide.Symptoms in people with the later stages of the disease include:Body-wide itchingJoint inflammationStiff neckUnusual or strange behaviorNote: Deer ticks can be so small that they are almost impossible to see. Many people with Lyme disease never even saw a tick.Signs and testsA blood test can be done to check for antibodies to the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. The most commonly used is the ELISA for Lyme diseasetest. A western blot test is done to confirm ELISA results.A physical exam may show joint, heart, or brain problems in people with advanced Lyme disease.TreatmentEveryone who has been bitten by a tick should be watched closely for at least 30 days.Most people who are bitten by a tick do NOT get Lyme disease.A single dose of antibiotics may be offered to someone soon after being bitten by a tick, if all of the following are true:The person has a tick that can carry Lyme disease attached to their body. This usually means that a nurse or physician has looked at and identified the tick.The tick is thought to have been attached to the person for at least 36 hours.The person can begin taking the antibiotics within 72 hours of removing the tick.The person is over 8 years old and is not pregnant or breastfeeding.A full course of antibiotics is used to treat people who are proven to have Lyme disease. The specific antibiotic used depends on the stage of the disease and the symptoms.See also:Lyme disease - primaryLyme disease - early disseminatedLyme disease - chronic persistentAnti-inflammatory medications, such as ibuprofen, are sometimes prescribed to relieve joint stiffness.Expectations (prognosis)If diagnosed in the early stages, Lyme disease can be cured with antibiotics. Without treatment, complications involving the joints, heart, and nervous system can occur.Rarely, a person will continue having symptoms that can interfere with daily life. Some people call this post-Lyme disease syndrome. There is no effective treatment yet for this syndrome.ComplicationsAdvanced stages of Lyme disease can cause long-term joint inflammation (Lyme arthritis) and heart rhythm problems. Nervous system (neurological) problems are also possible, and may include:Decreased concentrationMemory disordersNerve damageNumbnessPainParalysis of the face musclesSleep disordersVision problemsCalling your health care providerCall your health care provider if you have symptoms of Lyme disease.PreventionWhen walking or hiking in wooded or grassy areas:Spray all exposed skin and your clothing with insect repellant (spray outdoors only, do not use on face, use just enough to cover all other exposed skin, don't spray under clothing, don't apply over wounds or irritated skin, wash skin after going inside)Wear light-colored clothing to make it easier to spot ticksWear long-sleeved shirts and long pants with the cuffs tucked into shoes or socksWear high boots, preferably rubberCheck yourself and your pets frequently during and after your walk or hike.Ticks that carry Lyme disease are so small that they are very hard to see. After returning home, remove your clothes and thoroughly inspect all skin surface areas, including your scalp.See also: Tick removalReferencesSteere AC. Borrelia burgdorferi (lyme disease, lyme borreliosis). In: Mandell GL, Bennett JE, Dolin R, eds. Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone; 2009:chap 242.Clark RP, Hu LT. Prevention of Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections. Infect Dis Clin North Am. 2008;22:381-396.Wormser GP, Dattwyler RJ, Shapiro ED, et al. The clinical assessment, treatment, and prevention of Lyme disease, human granulocytic anaplasmosis, and babesiosis: Clinical practice guidelines by the Infectious Diseases Society of America. Clin Infect Dis. 2006;43(9):1089-1134.Feder HM Jr., Johnson BJ, O'Connell S, Shapiro ED, Steere AC, Wormser GP. Ad Hoc International Lyme Disease Group. A critical appraisal of "chronic Lyme disease." N Engl J Med. 2007;357:1422-1430.Halperin JJ, Shapiro ED, Logigian E, Belman AL, Dotevall L, Wormser GP, et al. Practice parameter: treatment of nervous system Lyme disease (an evidence-based review): report of the Quality Standards Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology. Neurology. 2007;69:91-102.
Can you die from Lyme disease and how?
I have Lyme disease and you can have it your whole life. It will always be in your system and when you get blood drawn, it will not always show up in that tube of blood. You can keep it under control. I have other diseases from a tick and got really sick. Make sure if you think you have it, do not let your doctor just go on how may bands you have. They also go on your symptoms. Trust me, I have had it since I was five.
