Lyme Disease Treatments West Hills CA

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

Local Businesses

Ca Surgery Center

(818) 884-9944
7325 Medical Center Dr Ste 103
West Hills, CA 91308


Genevieve A Macdonald

818-704-6897
7345 Medical Center Dr Ste 230
West Hills, CA 91307


Peter Grossman

(818) 981-2050
2961 Summit St Ste 1
West Hills, CA 91307


Kranson, Blair

818-347-0681
7320 Woodlake Ave Ste 395
West Hills, CA 91307


Nadia Kihiczak

7230 Medical Center Dr Ste 600
West Hills, CA 91307


Vener Jerome D

(818) 888-7878
7345 Medical Center Dr Ste 540
West Hills, CA 91308


Ophthalmology Associates-Vly

(818) 346-8118
7230 Medical Center Dr Ste 404
West Hills, CA 91308


Pacific West Dermatology, Plastic Surgery Laser

(818) 992-9200
7320 Woodlake Ave, Ste 310
West Hills, CA 91307


Genevieve A Mac Donald

7345 Medical Center Dr Ste 230
West Hills, CA 91307


Zareh H Vartivarian

818-883-8477
7320 Woodlake Ave Ste 220
West Hills, CA 91307


Macdonald Genevieve A Inc.

(818) 704-6897
7345 Medical Ctr Dr Ste 420
West Hills, CA 91307


Miller, Robert

818-834-8044
7345 Medical Center Dr #160
West Hills, CA 91307


Lawrence Edward Stein

818-992-7786
7320 Woodlake Ave Ste 240
West Hills, CA 91307


Ca Surgery Center

(818) 884-9944
3300 Webster Street Suite 1106
West Hills, CA 91307


Ophthalmology Associates-Vly

(818) 346-8118
544 South 6Th Street
West Hills, CA 91307


Genevieve Macdonald

(818) 704-6897
Suite 420 7345 Medical Center Drive
West Hills, CA 91307


Genevieve A Mac Donald Inc

(818) 704-6897
7345 Medical Center Dr Ste 420
West Hills, CA 91308


Robert Paul Sengelmann

818-884-7123
7345 Medical Center Dr Ste 230
West Hills, CA 91307


Blair S Kranson

(817) 347-0627
7320 Woodlake Ave Ste 395
West Hills, CA 91307


Jerome Vener

(818) 888-7878
7345 Medical Center Drsuite 540
West Hills, CA 91307


Lyme Disease Treatments FAQ in West Hills, CA

What diseases mimic Lyme disease?

Called the “great imitator,” Lyme disease can present a variety of symptoms that mimic a wide range of illnesses, including chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, ALS, Alzheimer’s disease, depression, insomnia, and autoimmune disorders such as RA and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

Is Lyme disease a lifetime disease?

If treated, Lyme disease does not last for years. However, for some people, the after-effects of the disease can linger for months and sometimes even years.

How do you test for 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. To treat Lyme disease, you may need to take antibiotics for up to a month.

What is the death rate for Lyme disease?

Lyme disease was listed as an underlying or multiple cause of death on 114 death records during 1999–2003. Upon review, only 1 record was consistent with clinical manifestations of Lyme disease. This analysis indicates that Lyme disease is rare as a cause of death in the United States.

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.

Does Lyme disease show up on MRI?

In addition, Lyme disease occasionally produces other abnormalities that are similar to those seen in MS, including positive findings on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of the brain and analysis of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).

What type of victim is usually affected by Lyme disease?

Lyme disease can affect people of any age. People who spend time outdoors in activities such as camping, hiking, golfing, or working or playing in grassy and wooded environments are at increased risk of exposure. The chances of being bitten by a deer tick are greater during times of the year when ticks are most active.

What are the 3 stages of Lyme disease?

Like syphilis, Lyme is classified into 3 stages: localized, disseminated and persistent. The first two stages are part of early infection and the third stage is part of persistent or chronic disease. Stage 3 usually occurs within 12 months of the infection.

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.

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”.)