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What is the treatment for Lyme disease?   updated at Oct 31, 2025   1,173   Key Points about Lyme Disease Treatment?:Antibiotics are the Primary Treatment: The standard treatment for Lyme disease is with antibiotics.Early Treatment is Crucial: Antibiotics are most effective when started as early as possible after infection.Prompt ...

Treatment for Lyme disease   created at May 06, 2009   1,263   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 ...

Sinus Surgery: When Is It Necessary?   updated at Nov 09, 2025   1,283   A small subset of individuals suffering from chronic sinusitis may find themselves unresponsive to even the most comprehensive medical treatments.Research suggests that,among patients managed by allergists specializing in chronic sinusitis,this figure fall...

Can Lyme Disease be prevented?   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,262   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...

Is Lyme disease a New Illness?   updated at Nov 07, 2025   1,743   Is Lyme Disease a New Illness?Lyme disease is not a new illness.Although formally identified and named in 1975 following an outbreak in Lyme,Connecticut,evidence indicates that the disease has likely been present for centuries. Historical PresenceHistorica...

What are the commonest Lyme Disease Symptoms at onset?   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,427   Lyme disease,transmitted through tick bites,can present with a range of early symptoms.Recognizing these signs is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.Symptoms typically appear within 3 to 30 days after a tick bite. Characteristic Lyme Rash (Erythema...

How does Lyme Disease start?   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,333   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...

How does Lyme disease infection occur?   updated at Oct 30, 2025   1,277   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...

What is Lyme Disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,346   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,...

How to remove Attached Ticks ?   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,398   Prompt tick removal is crucial,as it significantly reduces the likelihood of contracting Lyme disease or other tick-borne illnesses.This article outlines the safest and most effective method for removing attached ticks. The Tweezers Method: Your Best BetTh...

Side effects of Vulvar Cancer Surgery   updated at Nov 11, 2025   1,494   Curative surgery for vulvar cancer,while potentially life-saving,can have significant and lasting side effects,both psychological and physical.These consequences can impact a patient's quality of life and require comprehensive pre-treatment counseling and ...

What should I do if I find a lump while performing a monthly breast self-exam?   created at May 03, 2009   1,243   Finding a lump during a breast self-exam doesn't automatically mean it's cancerous,but it's crucial to seek professional medical attention immediately.Schedule an appointment with your doctor or gynecologist as soon as possible to have the lump evaluated.T...