Lyme Disease Treatments Tacoma WA

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

Local Businesses

Troy James Woodman

(253) 627-2900
2202 S Cedar St – Suite 300
Tacoma, WA 98405


Ehret Frederick W

1-253-779-5900
2202 South Cedar Street Suite 300
Tacoma, WA 98405


Thomas Irish

253-383-1641
1802 South Yakima – Suite 202
Tacoma, WA 98405


Cascade Eye & Skin Center Pc

(253) 272-9309
Po Box 1824
Tacoma, WA 98405


Sidney Whaley

(253) 383-1529
314 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Ste 210
Tacoma, WA 98405


Frederick Ehret

(253) 627-2900
Suite 300 2202 S. Cedar Street
Tacoma, WA 98405


Ekland, David A – Avalon Clinic For Cosmetic

(253) 582-8486
2102 N Pearl St Ste 201
Tacoma, WA 98445


Willcox Todd M

(253)573-1500
11803 101St Ave E Ste 100
Tacoma, WA 98403


Sidney Whaley Jr

(206) 373-1529
314 S K St Ste 210
Tacoma, WA 98405


Sidney Bernard Smith

253-968-6537
Madigan Army Medical Cente
Tacoma, WA 98433


Lloyd C Elmer

(253) 752-7705
1901 S Union Ave Ste B2003
Tacoma, WA 98405


Todd Michael Willcox

1717 S J St
Tacoma, WA 98405


Barbara J Fox

(253) 272-9309
1924 S Cedar St Ste B
Tacoma, WA 98405


Akm Proactive

(253) 473-9887
4502 S Steele St
Tacoma, WA 98409


Ehret, Frederick W – Aesthetic Surgery Ctr

(253) 838-3657
6615 6Th Ave
Tacoma, WA 98445


Hao Wang

2201 S 19Th St Ste 104
Tacoma, WA 98405


Ross M. Realica

253-761-9515
1530 S Union Avenue – Suite 5
Tacoma, WA 98405


Advanced Laser Clinics

(253) 476-9500
2115 S 56Th St
Tacoma, WA 98409


Hilger John R

1-253-383-2033
1901 South Union Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405


Gregory William Sorensen

253-596-3636
209 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405


Lyme Disease Treatments FAQ in Tacoma, WA

What is late stage Lyme disease?

Stage 3, or late persistent Lyme disease, can develop months or years after infection. If the disease hasn’t been promptly or effectively treated, you may have damage to the joints, nerves, and brain. It is the last and often the most serious stage of the disease.

What happens if you test positive for Lyme disease?

Your provider will prescribe antibiotic medicine if you are likely to have Lyme disease. Most people who are treated with antibiotics in the early stage of disease will recover completely. Learn more about laboratory tests, reference ranges, and understanding results.

When should you get tested for Lyme disease?

You may need a test if you have symptoms of infection and were exposed or possibly exposed to ticks that carry the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. The first symptoms of Lyme disease usually show up between 3 and 30 days after the tick bite.

What does Stage 2 Lyme disease look like?

Symptoms of early disseminated Lyme disease (Stage 2) may occur weeks to months after the tick bite, and may include: Numbness or pain in the distribution of a nerve. Paralysis or weakness in the muscles of the face, especially a facial nerve palsy. Meningitis, characterized by severe headache, stiff neck, fever.

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.

Does Lyme arthritis ever go away?

About 60% of people who are infected with Lyme develop arthritis unless they receive antibiotics. In most, Lyme arthritis resolves after 30 days of treatment with an oral antibiotic, such as doxycycline or amoxicillin.

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.

Can you get Lyme disease twice?

Yes, you can get Lyme disease twice – or more. This is different from being newly infected by other tick-borne illnesses, such as Ehrlichia or Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever, which can present with Lyme-like symptoms but are actually caused by different bacteria than the Lyme disease bacteria.

What is the latest treatment for Lyme disease?

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

How does a doctor tell if you have Lyme disease?

A doctor will test your blood for antibodies that are trying to fight the bacteria in your blood. One of these tests is called the ELISA test, and you’ll often have a second test called the Western blot test to confirm you have Lyme disease.

Why can’t doctors treat Lyme disease?

Because there are no definitive tests or treatments for this condition, patients who have symptoms can be dismissed by the medical establishment. Many are denied medications such as antibiotics they believe can control the chronic infections they suspect they have.

Can you see Lyme arthritis in an xray?

Overview. There are no X-ray findings associated with Lyme disease. However, an X-ray may be helpful in the diagnosis of complications of chronic Lyme arthritis.

What is the strongest antibiotic for Lyme disease?

Ceftriaxone (Rocephin) Ceftriaxone has excellent penetration of the blood-brain barrier and is one of the most effective drugs for Lyme disease.