In the world we live, there are many diseases that we can contract both from animals and humans. Lyme condition is one such illness that is normally caused by bites from ticks. The bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi is found in black legged ticks. The bacteria are picked by ticks from biting mice or a deer. If the tick is infected with the bacteria and it bites, you will definitely contract the infection. So, we want to look at the subject, is there a cure for Lyme disease.
It was reported first in US in Old Lyme Town, Connecticut. Other parts of the world like Europe and Asia have also reported cases of this illness. The disease normally occurs in three stages. The first stage is called localized disease where the infection has not spread to other parts. In the second stage, early disseminated stage, the bacteria has begun spreading to other body parts. The last stage, late disseminated stage, the bacteria have reached the whole body.
There are some facts you need to familiarize yourself with about this infection. In United States, you get the disease after he tick has attached itself to you in between 24 and 36 hours. However, in some parts of Europe, the condition is contracted within just 24 hours. Keep in mind that the black legged tick is tiny such that you may not realize that it has bit you.
Even so, you will notice some symptoms. In the initial stage, you will have headaches, stiff necks, muscle pain, joint pains, fevers, chills, and a general ill feeling. There will be red raised rash in the areas the tick bit. The center is usually clear. With time, the rash grows in size. Also, remember that these symptoms can at the time reach the pints, brain, and even the 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.
If the diagnosis is done at the early stage and it is found that you have the infection, you will be given antibiotic to treat the illness. If treatment is delayed, you may have nervous system breakdown, joints and heart issues. Nonetheless, at the first stage, the illness is very curable. On rare occasions will you find symptoms recurring after antibiotics are administered. The late disseminated stage is dangerous and can make you have vision problems, face paralysis 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.
It was reported first in US in Old Lyme Town, Connecticut. Other parts of the world like Europe and Asia have also reported cases of this illness. The disease normally occurs in three stages. The first stage is called localized disease where the infection has not spread to other parts. In the second stage, early disseminated stage, the bacteria has begun spreading to other body parts. The last stage, late disseminated stage, the bacteria have reached the whole body.
There are some facts you need to familiarize yourself with about this infection. In United States, you get the disease after he tick has attached itself to you in between 24 and 36 hours. However, in some parts of Europe, the condition is contracted within just 24 hours. Keep in mind that the black legged tick is tiny such that you may not realize that it has bit you.
Even so, you will notice some symptoms. In the initial stage, you will have headaches, stiff necks, muscle pain, joint pains, fevers, chills, and a general ill feeling. There will be red raised rash in the areas the tick bit. The center is usually clear. With time, the rash grows in size. Also, remember that these symptoms can at the time reach the pints, brain, and even the 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.
If the diagnosis is done at the early stage and it is found that you have the infection, you will be given antibiotic to treat the illness. If treatment is delayed, you may have nervous system breakdown, joints and heart issues. Nonetheless, at the first stage, the illness is very curable. On rare occasions will you find symptoms recurring after antibiotics are administered. The late disseminated stage is dangerous and can make you have vision problems, face paralysis 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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