6 Signs You Have Lyme Disease and How to Treat It

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(Newswire.net — April 30, 2020) —

Lyme disease is a life altering autoimmune disorder. It is generally passed to people through tick bites, so people who are outdoors often are more susceptible to it. This is a disease you want to manage as quickly as possible, so you need to be able to recognize the symptoms. 

 

Signs

 

Lyme disease is a disease that can be hard to detect. Some people may think they only have a cold when it’s something much more serious. You need to know what to look for.

 

1. Rash

 

Since Lyme disease usually occurs after a tick bite, there will likely be a rash at the site of the bite. It will expand from the location of the bite out like a bullseye. The bite may not itch or hurt, but the affected will be able to feel it. Not everyone who gets Lyme disease necessarily gets the rash.

 

2. Fever

 

A fever can be the first thing you notice after you catch Lyme disease. The fever can be misleading at times since a fever can be indicative of a wide variety of different illnesses, and it’s usually not very severe. The fever can last for weeks at a time, or it can go away and come back repeatedly.

 

3. Fatigue

 

As many as 84% of children who suffer from Lyme disease find themselves exhausted. They may feel the need to take naps during the day or require a lot of energy drinks. They may even find it difficult to get out of bed and do the things they have to do every day.

 

4. Headache

 

Someone who isn’t prone to headaches may find themselves suddenly coming down with regular headaches. In some cases, especially when the problem is left untreated, the headaches can turn into migraines. This can also cause sensitivity to light.

 

5. Pain

 

Lyme disease can cause inflammation of the joints. In turn, this can cause joint pain. One sign the pain is from Lyme disease is that it will move from one joint to another for seemingly no reason.

 

6. Neurological Problems

 

A person with Lyme disease may start to forget names and places. The cognitive decline can continue until they forget interactions with friends and family members and things from the past.

 

How to Treat Lyme Disease

 

Antibiotics

 

The very first thing that doctors do when they have a patient with Lyme disease is to subscribe them antibiotics to fight the bacteria. The most common antibiotics prescribed include Doxycycline, Cefuroximeaxetil, and Amoxicillin. People with advanced cases may require an IV.

 

Holistic Medicine

 

Antibiotics can only do so much. If they aren’t resolving the issue completely, a patient may look to alternative options to work with the antibiotics. Most of the people choose to turn to holistic, natural methods designed to boost the immune system.

 

Eating Healthy

 

The things you put into your body affect your immune system. You need to eat foods with plenty of antioxidants and nutrients. Focus on eating a lot of fruits, vegetables, and lean protein. Pass on the processed foods.

 

Visit a Doctor

 

If you want to get healthy, you need to get to the doctor’s office right away. Like many diseases, early detection is the key. Go to your doctor the moment you suspect something. They can run tests to help diagnose you properly so you can move forward in the most effective way possible.

 

Lyme disease is a scary condition since there isn’t too much you can do about it. However, there are some options. Talk to a doctor today to learn how to take care of yourself and live your best life even with your condition.