Lyme Disease Treatments Leonardtown MD

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

Local Businesses

Edward Eugene Clark Jr

530-225-7800
40845 Merchants Ln Unit 150
Leonardtown, MD 20650


Verghese, Annie

301-475-5704
41040 Paw Paw Hollow Ln
Leonardtown, MD 20650


Kemp, Trude – Southern Skin Specialists

(301) 475-5855
23000 Moakley St, #206
Leonardtown, MD 20650


Carl H Ling

(301) 475-8091
26840 Point Lookout Rd
Leonardtown, MD 20650


Angel F Triana

301-475-5855
23000 Moakley St Ste 206
Leonardtown, MD 20650


Allergy & Dermatology Associates

(301) 475-8091
Shanti Medical Center
Leonardtown, MD 20650


George K Verghese

(301) 475-8091
26840 Point Lookout Rd
Leonardtown, MD 20650


Annie Phillips Verghese

301-475-8091
26840 Point Lookout Rd
Leonardtown, MD 20650


Lyme Disease Treatments FAQ in Leonardtown, MD

Is Lyme disease serious if caught early?

If diagnosed in the early stages, Lyme disease can be cured with antibiotics. Without treatment, complications involving the joints, heart, and nervous system can occur. But these symptoms are still treatable and curable.

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).

Should I be worried if I have Lyme disease?

Untreated, Lyme disease can spread through the body, affecting the heart, joints and nervous system. As a bacterial infection, Lyme disease is frequently treated with antibiotic medication such as doxycycline or amoxicillin.

Can Lyme disease be completely cured?

Although most cases of Lyme disease can be cured with a 2- to 4-week course of oral antibiotics, patients can sometimes have symptoms of pain, fatigue, or difficulty thinking that last for more than 6 months after they finish treatment. This condition is called ”Post-Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome” (PTLDS).

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.

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 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.

Can people with Lyme disease live a normal life?

The researchers concluded, “Only pre-existing comorbidities, and not Lyme disease stage or severity, were predicative of having lower QOL scores and long-term symptoms”. Take away message: In the long run, Lyme does not affect your life as much as other health conditions.

What are the symptoms of Lyme disease years later?

pain and swelling in the joints. nerve problems – such as numbness or pain in your limbs. memory problems. difficulty concentrating. heart problems.

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 part of the body does Lyme disease affect?

Lyme disease can affect different body systems, such as the nervous system, joints, skin, and heart. The symptoms of Lyme disease are often described as happening in three stages.

Can Lyme cause early death?

Can Lyme disease be fatal? Yes – though Lyme disease deaths are rare, they are possible.

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.