Lyme Disease Treatments Jupiter FL

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

Local Businesses

Rimmer John A

(561)748-1242
210 Jupiter Lakes Boulevard
Jupiter, FL 33458


Atlantis Dermatology Hair

(561) 748-0510
2101 S Us-1
Jupiter, FL 33477


John C Li

(561) 748-4445
210 Jupiter Lakes Blvd – Ste. 5105
Jupiter, FL 33458


Physicians Choice Laser Center Of Jupiter

(561) 296-5232
600 Heritage Dr, Ste 100
Jupiter, FL 33458


Mejia, Ricardo

561-748-0510
2101 S Us Highway 1
Jupiter, FL 33477


Zwecker, Warren S – Palm Beach Dermatology Incorporated

(561) 744-0002
4199 Military Trl
Jupiter, FL 33458


Lombardo Aldo A Facs

(772)287-2787
851 West Indiantown Road
Jupiter, FL 33458


David Shuter

561-743-0244
730 W Indiantown Rd
Jupiter, FL 33458


South Florida Oral

(561) 743-8311
1025 Military Trl Ste 110
Jupiter, FL 33458


Cohen, Larry

412-372-2770
4495 Military Trl
Jupiter, FL 33458


Scott Fayne

561-746-9500
1002 S Old Dixie Hwy
Jupiter, FL 33458


Joel Stephen Karen

516-822-3232
18868 Se Windward Island Ln
Jupiter, FL 33458


Mejia Ricardo

(561) 748-0510
2101 S Us-1
Jupiter, FL 33477


Kim Edward Koger

(561) 748-1565
210 Jupiter Lakes Blvd – Bldg 5000 Suite 202
Jupiter, FL 33458


Kenneth Beer

(561) 655-9055
641 University Drive,Suite 212
Jupiter, FL 33477


Aldo Angelo Lombardo

(561) 747-1232
851 W Indiantown Rd
Jupiter, FL 33458


Aldo Lombardo

(561) 747-1232
851 W. Indiantown Road
Jupiter, FL 33458


Elise Chang Hillmann

(561) 745-8602
654 W Indiantown Rd – Ste 103
Jupiter, FL 33458


Supriya Tomar

561-748-7770
1025 Military Trl Ste 113
Jupiter, FL 33458


Chang Hillmann, Elise – Chang Hillmann Elise

(561) 745-8602
654 W Indiantown Rd, #103
Jupiter, FL 33458


Lyme Disease Treatments FAQ in Jupiter, FL

What kind of doctor tests for Lyme disease?

Rheumatologists are doctors who are experts in diagnosing and treating diseases that can affect joints and muscles, including infections such as Lyme disease. Primary care physicians and infectious disease doctors also diagnose and treat people with Lyme disease.

How many days should you take doxycycline for Lyme disease?

Doxycycline is given for 10 to 21 days, and amoxicillin and cefuroxime are given for 14 to 21 days. Antibiotics prevent worsening of the disease and may decrease the duration and severity of symptoms. (See “Musculoskeletal manifestations of Lyme disease”.)

Does Lyme disease lower life expectancy?

Lyme arthritis is treated with a longer course of oral antibiotics but sometimes requires IV antibiotics. It is extremely unlikely for anyone to die from Lyme disease.

What does a lymes rash look like?

The most common early sign of Lyme disease is a skin rash that has a “bull’s eye” appearance. It begins as a reddened area near the tick bite. As the rash increases in size, it clears in the middle and develops a red ring around the outside.

What is the fastest way to cure Lyme disease?

Antibiotic pills The standard treatment for Lyme disease is an antibiotic taken as a pill. The treatment usually lasts 10 to 14 days. Treatment may be longer depending on your symptoms. It’s important to take all pills as directed even if you’re feeling better.

Can Lyme cause death?

If it lands in the heart, it can cause disturbances in cardiac conduction — arrhythmias or even complete heart block; cardiac Lyme disease can lead to death if not detected and treated early.

Can Lyme disease be picked up in a blood test?

Blood tests which look for antibodies to the bacteria that cause Lyme disease are the main test. This is known as serology. If antibodies have not developed sufficiently, it is possible for these tests to be negative despite active infection.

What are the 3 stages of Lyme disease?

Stage 1 is called early localized Lyme disease. The bacteria have not yet spread throughout the body. Stage 2 is called early disseminated Lyme disease. The bacteria have begun to spread throughout the body. Stage 3 is called late disseminated 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 kills Lyme spirochetes?

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

What is the first and most obvious symptom of Lyme disease?

The first and most obvious symptom of Lyme disease is a localized rash that begins as a pink or red circle that expands over time and may become several inches or larger. It may appear from 3 to 30 days after the bite occurred. Some people may have a single circle, while others may have many.

What are 4 late symptoms of Lyme disease?

Symptoms of late stage Lyme disease Facial palsy, also known as Bell’s palsy – paralysis of one side of the face. Arthritis or joint pain and swelling, especially of large joints (such as the knee) Intermittent tendon, muscle, joint, nerve, or bone pain. Heart palpitations or arrhythmia.