Lyme Disease Treatments Walla Walla WA

Find top doctors who perform Lyme Disease Treatments in Walla Walla, WA. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Walla Walla, WA.

Local Businesses

Garrett Moore Crabtree

509-529-6677
2014 S Howard St
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Collins Raquel M

(509) 522-5765
301 Division St
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Jeffrey Stiles

(509) 525-3720
301 W Poplar St Ste 110
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Thomas Harold Reed

351 Prospect Ave
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Stiles, Jeffrey

509-522-1588
55 W Tietan St
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Eileen Pazderka Smith

(509) 525-9404
401 W Main St – Suite A
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Jeffrey Craig Stiles

509-525-3720
55 W Tietan St
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Smith, Eileen

417-679-2650
401 W Main St Ste A
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Eileen Smith

(509) 525-3720
301 W Poplar St Ste 110
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Jeffrey C Stiles

(509) 525-3720
55 W Tietan St
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Eileen Smith

509-525-9404
401 W Main St Suite A
Walla Walla, WA 99362


Lyme Disease Treatments FAQ in Walla Walla, WA

What are the symptoms of a Lyme disease flare up?

an increase in fatigue. problems with memory and concentration, sometimes referred to as ‘brain fog’ extreme sensitivity to bright lights, heat, cold, and noise. muscle stiffness. mood changes (including irritability) poor quality sleep. dizziness.

Is it hard to diagnose Lyme disease?

Lyme disease can be difficult to diagnose because early symptoms of fever, severe fatigue, and achiness are also common in many other illnesses. In addition, diagnostic blood tests are not always dependable, particularly in early disease.

Is there a vaccine for Lyme disease?

A vaccine for Lyme disease is not currently available. The only vaccine previously marketed in the United States, LYMERix®, was discontinued by the manufacturer in 2002, citing insufficient consumer demand. Protection provided by this vaccine decreases over time.

Can Lyme disease affect behavior?

In severe cases, individuals with late-stage Lyme disease may experience impaired concentration, irritability, memory and sleep disorders, and painful nerve dysfunction.

What kills Lyme disease?

People treated with antibiotics for early Lyme disease usually recover rapidly and completely. The antibiotics most commonly used to treat Lyme disease include: doxycycline, amoxicillin, or cefuroxime axetil. Some patients may have persistent or recurrent symptoms and may require another course of antibiotics.

What are at least 5 early signs of Lyme disease?

Fever, chills, headache, fatigue, muscle and joint aches, and swollen lymph nodes may occur in the absence of rash. Erythema migrans (EM) rash (see photos): Occurs in approximately 70 to 80 percent of infected persons.

How do you test for Lyme disease years later?

The diagnosis of late-stage Lyme disease can be very difficult, and is usually made by a specialist in infectious diseases. The diagnosis can be confirmed if the affected person has had the characteristic ‘bull’s eye’ rash and has lived or worked in areas where ticks are present, or with a blood test.

What kills Lyme spirochetes?

Researchers found that a neglected antibiotic called hygromycin A selectively kills the bacteria that cause Lyme disease.

Where does Lyme disease come from?

Lyme disease is an illness caused by borrelia bacteria. Humans usually get Lyme disease from the bite of a tick carrying the bacteria. Ticks that can carry borrelia bacteria live throughout most of the United States. But Lyme disease is most common in the upper Midwest and the northeastern and mid-Atlantic states.

What does Lyme disease do if left untreated?

If left untreated, infection can spread to joints, the heart, and the nervous system. Lyme disease is diagnosed based on symptoms, physical findings (e.g., rash), and the possibility of exposure to infected ticks. Laboratory testing is helpful if used correctly and performed with validated methods.