Lyme Disease

Lyme Disease prognosis

What is the prognosis if you have Lyme Disease? Quality of life, limitations and expectatios of someone with Lyme Disease.

Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. It is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected black-legged ticks. The prognosis of Lyme disease can vary depending on several factors, including the stage at which it is diagnosed and treated, the individual's overall health, and the presence of any co-infections.

Early diagnosis and prompt treatment are crucial in improving the prognosis of Lyme disease. If detected and treated early, most individuals can recover fully and quickly. The initial stage of Lyme disease, known as early localized Lyme disease, is characterized by a distinctive rash called erythema migrans (EM) and flu-like symptoms. Antibiotics, such as doxycycline, amoxicillin, or cefuroxime, are commonly prescribed for a few weeks to eliminate the infection.

If Lyme disease is left untreated or not treated adequately during the early stages, it can progress to the next stage called early disseminated Lyme disease. This stage may involve more severe symptoms, including multiple EM rashes, joint pain, neurological issues, and cardiac abnormalities. However, with appropriate antibiotic treatment, most individuals can still recover completely.

Chronic Lyme disease, also known as post-treatment Lyme disease syndrome (PTLDS), is a condition that affects a small percentage of individuals who have been treated for Lyme disease. It is characterized by persistent symptoms such as fatigue, joint and muscle pain, cognitive difficulties, and sleep disturbances. The exact cause of PTLDS is not fully understood, and there is ongoing debate within the medical community regarding its diagnosis and treatment. Some individuals with PTLDS may experience long-term symptoms, while others may gradually improve over time.

In conclusion, the prognosis of Lyme disease is generally favorable when diagnosed and treated early. Timely administration of appropriate antibiotics can lead to a full recovery. However, if left untreated or inadequately treated, Lyme disease can progress to more severe stages. While chronic Lyme disease or PTLDS can cause persistent symptoms, the majority of individuals with Lyme disease can expect to regain their health with proper medical care.

by Diseasemaps

Another hard question. Every single person on earth are so different. Some have MTHFR gene mutations making it hard to metabolize and detox properly. If these people haven’t checked other gene mutations I recommend it. Although MTHFR gene mutation is the most looked at and felt most significant. I suggest an MTHFR specialist. They say 1 in 2 will reach remission. I don’t believe that and there aren’t enough studies, once again, to prove that either way. What I have noticed is medical marijuana can kill Lyme. It can also slow the reproduction. That is in whoever uses it and we can’t overdose and works way better than any opioid ever made. I’m one who isn’t effected by opiates and I’m sure it’s a gene issue. I believe you need to try anything you are going to do for 3 months. See where you are, keep a journal. At first you will get worse before better. I’ve had this for 22 years and for 18 yrs I had Lyme and had no idea until my second bite. I was doing fitness competitions and 90% of the time I’m laying in my bed. I started doing things even running again and then I crashed hard a few weeks ago. I finally tested for the viruses so I’m dealing with that now. Also, handle the parasites. It’s insane, but I believe we can all get some sort of life back if we are open minded to try the various options to get better

3/9/18 by Niki 8100

Untreated or under-treated Lyme disease can cause some people to develop symptoms that are hard to resolve, often referred to as chronic Lyme disease. If Lyme disease isn't found and treated while early symptoms are present, or if you don't have early symptoms that trigger the need for treatment, the infection may affect the skin, joints, nervous system, and heart within weeks to months after the initial infection. So, prognosis depends on which treatment works in you and how dedicated you are to dealing with the herxing and get a portable sauna. Use at 140 up for 30 minutes on up to kill spirochetes. If you do this use other forms to detox. If you only want to detox use for 15 to 20 minutes at 120 then soak in Epsom salt and baking soda for 30 min

3/14/18 by Nikolettie 2700

Unless caught early, it is a chronic disease that may reappear anytime after one reaches remission.

2/1/20 by Lori 2550

It is a chronic disease in stage 3, which costs a lot to recover, I have already been 3 and a half years old and it is very hard, but I am confident of reaching a full recovery

12/16/21 by José 7770

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