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Does Lyme disease affect mental functioning?  

created at May 06, 2009   1,109  
Why people says that Lyme disease affect mental functioning?Lyme disease can affect mental functioning because the bacteria responsible for the infection,Borrelia burgdorferi,can cross the blood-brain barrier and directly impact the central nervous system....

Does other diseases accompany Lyme disease?  

created at May 06, 2009   1,347  
Lyme disease,if left untreated,can be accompanied by a variety of other health issues,sometimes years after the initial infection.These can include neurological problems like meningitis or encephalitis,cardiac complications such as heart block or myocardit...

Is Lyme disease a New Illness?  

created at May 06, 2009   1,381  
Lyme disease is not a new illness; while it was first identified and named in 1975 following an outbreak in Lyme,Connecticut,the disease itself,caused by bacteria transmitted through infected ticks,has likely existed for much longer.Evidence suggests the i...

How prevalent is Lyme disease?  

created at May 06, 2009   1,155  
The prevalence of Lyme disease is difficult to state precisely due to several factors: underreporting,variations in testing and diagnostic criteria,and differing levels of awareness and surveillance across geographical regions.However,we can say that Lyme ...

How does Lyme disease start?  

created at May 06, 2009   1,104  
Lyme disease is an infectious disease caused by a spiral-shaped bacterium of the *Borrelia* genus,which is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected ticks.In the early stages of the disease,symptoms include fever,headache,fatigue,and a characteris...

What is Lyme Disease?

What is Lyme Disease?  

created at May 06, 2009   1,121  
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted to humans through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks.The bacteria responsible is Borrelia Burgdorferi (and in some areas,related species). If left untreated,the infection can spread to joints,the heart,...

Recognizing Lyme Disease Symptoms in Humans: A Comprehensive Guide

Recognizing Lyme Disease Symptoms in Humans: A Comprehensive Guide  

created at May 06, 2009   1,150  
Lyme disease,caused by bacteria transmitted through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks,is a complex illness with a wide range of symptoms that can vary significantly between individuals and over the course of the infection.Early diagnosis and treatment...

Unveiling the Role of the Deer Tick in Lyme Disease Cases

Unveiling the Role of the Deer Tick in Lyme Disease Cases  

created at May 06, 2009   1,108  
The deer tick,Ixodes scapularis (also known as the blacklegged tick),plays a crucial role in the transmission of Lyme disease.It's not the *cause* of the disease itself,but rather the vector – the organism that carries and transmits the causative agent.Sp...

How does Lyme disease infection occur?

How does Lyme disease infection occur?  

created at May 06, 2009   1,078  
Lyme disease infection occurs through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick (also known as a deer tick).These ticks acquire the bacteria,*Borrelia burgdorferi*,by feeding on infected animals like mice,deer,and squirrels.The bacteria then transmits to hu...

Decoding Lyme Disease Diagnosis: Unraveling the Mystery

Decoding Lyme Disease Diagnosis: Unraveling the Mystery  

created at May 06, 2009   1,126  
Diagnosing Lyme disease can be challenging because its symptoms mimic many other illnesses,and the classic bullseye rash isn't always present.Diagnosis relies on a combination of factors including a detailed medical history,physical examination,and laborat...

A test for Lyme disease

A test for Lyme disease  

created at May 06, 2009   1,073  
The most common test for Lyme disease is a two-tiered serological test.The first tier is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) or immunofluorescence assay (IFA) to detect antibodies against Borrelia burgdorferi,the bacterium that causes Lyme disease...

How do I know if I have got Lyme disease?

How do I know if I have got Lyme disease?  

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Lyme disease symptoms can vary greatly but often begin with a characteristic expanding rash (erythema migrans) at the site of a tick bite.Other early symptoms may include fever,headache,fatigue,and muscle aches.Later,if untreated,the infection can spread t...

Lyme disease in domestic animals

Lyme disease in domestic animals  

created at May 06, 2009   1,082  
Lyme disease in domestic animals,primarily dogs and cats,is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi,transmitted through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks.Symptoms can vary widely and may include lameness,joint swelling,fever,lethargy,and loss of ...

Sushi for pregnant woman

Sushi for pregnant woman  

created at Dec 23, 2009   1,195  
I would say no.Although the chances of getting a parasitic infection from eating sushi are slim,the consequences are severe enough that you wouldn't want to take the risk. Parasites live in the meat of raw fish.While sushi chefs are very careful,that doesn...

Tap water during pregnancy

Tap water during pregnancy  

created at Nov 18, 2009   1,154  
Most tap water in developed countries is safe to drink during pregnancy,meeting safety standards for contaminants.However,it's advisable to check your local water quality report for any potential concerns,such as high levels of lead or other contaminants.I...

What are the signs and symptoms of Hodgkin's?

What are the signs and symptoms of Hodgkin's?  

created at May 22, 2009   1,205  
Hodgkin's lymphoma often presents with painless swelling of lymph nodes,most commonly in the neck,armpits,or groin.Other common signs and symptoms include fever,night sweats,unexplained weight loss,fatigue,itching,and an increased susceptibility to infecti...

Safeguarding Little Explorers: Tips to Protect Your Baby from Ticks

Safeguarding Little Explorers: Tips to Protect Your Baby from Ticks  

created at May 12, 2009   1,106  
Protecting your baby from ticks involves minimizing time spent in tick-infested areas like tall grass and wooded areas,dressing your baby in light-colored clothing to easily spot ticks,using insect repellent containing DEET (following age-appropriate guide...

Debunking the Myth: Alcohol and Sinusitis

Debunking the Myth: Alcohol and Sinusitis  

created at May 08, 2009   1,117  
The common belief that alcohol worsens sinusitis is not entirely a myth,but rather a complex correlation.While alcohol itself doesn't directly cause sinusitis,its dehydrating effects can thicken mucus,potentially leading to congestion and worsened symptoms...

Why do I have to keep my nose clear? I can breathe through my mouth.

Why do I have to keep my nose clear? I can breathe through my mouth.  

created at May 07, 2009   1,107  
While you can breathe through your mouth,relying solely on it is less efficient and can lead to dryness and irritation.Your nose filters,warms,and humidifies the air you breathe,protecting your lungs from irritants and pathogens.Keeping your nose clear ens...

Exploring Antibiotics for Sinus Infections: Understanding Treatment Options

Exploring Antibiotics for Sinus Infections: Understanding Treatment Options  

created at May 07, 2009   1,123  
Sinus infections,or sinusitis,are often treated with antibiotics only if a bacterial infection is suspected and symptoms are severe or persistent.While viral infections are the most common cause of sinusitis and don't respond to antibiotics,a doctor may pr...

Can Lyme disease be prevented?

Can Lyme disease be prevented?  

created at May 06, 2009   1,064  
Lyme disease prevention primarily focuses on avoiding tick bites.This can be achieved through wearing long sleeves and pants when in tick-infested areas,using insect repellents containing DEET or picaridin,performing thorough tick checks after being outdoo...

What are the commonest lyme disease symptoms at onset?  

created at May 06, 2009   1,145  
The most common early symptoms of Lyme disease,typically appearing 3-30 days after a tick bite,include a characteristic expanding rash called erythema migrans (EM),which is a red,circular rash that often clears in the center,flu-like symptoms such as fever...

How to avoid tick bites?

How to avoid tick bites?  

created at May 06, 2009   1,075  
To avoid tick bites,wear light-colored clothing to easily spot ticks,tuck pants into socks or boots,and use insect repellent containing DEET,picaridin,IR3535,or oil of lemon eucalyptus on exposed skin.After being outdoors,thoroughly check yourself,your chi...

Treatment for Lyme disease

Treatment for Lyme disease  

created at May 06, 2009   1,114  
Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics,typically doxycycline,amoxicillin,or cefuroxime for adults,and amoxicillin or cefuroxime for children.The duration of treatment depends on the stage of the infection and the individual's response,ranging from a few ...

Balancing Act: Understanding the Side Effects of Biological Therapy in Stomach Cancer Treatment

Balancing Act: Understanding the Side Effects of Biological Therapy in Stomach Cancer Treatment  

created at May 04, 2009   1,090  
Biological therapy for stomach cancer,while offering potential benefits,can also cause various side effects,ranging in severity.Common side effects include fatigue,fever,chills,nausea,vomiting,diarrhea,skin rashes,and decreased appetite.More serious,though...

Unraveling the Connection: Viral Hepatitis and Liver Cancer Risk

Unraveling the Connection: Viral Hepatitis and Liver Cancer Risk  

created at May 04, 2009   1,108  
Chronic infection with hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV) viruses are major risk factors for liver cancer,specifically hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).These viruses cause long-term liver inflammation and damage,leading to cirrhosis (scarring of the liv...

Exploring Chemotherapy: A Powerful Weapon Against Cancer

Exploring Chemotherapy: A Powerful Weapon Against Cancer  

created at May 04, 2009   1,112  
Chemotherapy,a cornerstone of cancer treatment,employs powerful drugs to kill rapidly dividing cancer cells.These drugs,administered intravenously,orally,or topically,target both cancerous and rapidly dividing healthy cells,leading to side effects like nau...