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Is There A Cure For Lyme Disease For Humans?

By Francis Riggs


The world is full of several diseases that humans can get from other humans and also animals. We get Lyme disease from animals more so the tick. Blacklegged ticks are responsible for this infection. The bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi normally found in infected ticks cause this infection. Ticks get the bacteria when they bite deer or mice. In this piece of writing, we will explore the subject is there a cure for Lyme disease.

It is important for us to understand some few things first about this illness. The first case was reported in United States IN Old Lyme. Connecticut. Some parts f the world such as Europe and Asia have also had such cases. The diseases advances in three stages. The initial stage also called localized stage is when the illness has not reached other body parts. In the second, early disseminated stage, the bacteria has started moving to other body parts. In the last late disseminated stage, the bacteria have moved to all body parts.

Some facts about the infection are important for us to know. In the US, the infection gets into the blood after the tick has attached itself to you for 36 hours of less. Bear in mind that, these ticks are usually so small such that seeing them, is next to impossible. In fact, most people never feel the bite or even know that they have the disease.

There some symptoms that are related to the first stage. They are inclusive of fever, chills, headache, general ill feeling, stiff neck, and joint pain and muscle pain. There is a rash that grows in the bitten are. It is usually a raised red spot that has a clear center. It grows in size as times goes. Moreover, the symptoms can spread to vital areas like the brain and heart.

The second stage comes with symptoms of numbness in the painful area, paralysis in the face and heart problems. In the third stage you will experience, joint swelling, speech problems, muscle weakness, thinking the problem, numbness, and abnormal muscle movements.

If you notice these symptoms, you need to go to a doctor. A blood test will be carried out to check if you have the bacteria. In areas where the disease is common, a practitioner will diagnose the disease at the first stage without any lab tests. In case you have been bitten recently by a tick, you should have people mention you closely.

During the initial stage, you will be given antibiotics to treat the infection. If you avoid going to the doctor, you stand a chance of getting worse more so developing heart problems, joints pains, and nervous system issues. Nonetheless, the cure is available for the first stage diagnosis. The last stage is detrimental to humans and can cause face paralysis, vision problems, and memory disorders.

In conclusion, prevention is better than cure, so avoid direct contact with ticks. During warm months, stay clear of bushy places, and center trails. Also check yourself always after you have come from a walk or a hike with your pet.




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