The Impact of Lyme Disease on Mental Health: Exploring the Connection Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, is widely recognized for its physical symptoms, including fever, fatigue, and the hallmark bullseye rash. However, what is less commonly discussed is the profound impact Lyme disease can have on mental health. This…
Understanding Lyme Disease: Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention Lyme disease, a bacterial infection transmitted through the bite of infected black-legged ticks, poses a significant health risk in regions where these ticks are prevalent. As awareness of Lyme disease grows, understanding its signs, symptoms, and preventive measures becomes increasingly important. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into…
Lyme Disease Awareness: Shedding Light on a Silent Epidemic Lyme disease, often referred to as a silent epidemic, continues to be a pervasive health concern with far-reaching consequences. As we delve into the intricate web of tick-borne illnesses, it becomes evident that understanding Lyme disease is not only crucial for those directly affected but also…
What Does Lyme Disease Look Like? Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, has become a growing concern in recent years. As the number of reported cases continues to rise, it is crucial to understand the various aspects of this debilitating condition. From its symptoms and signs to potential treatment options,…
How Does Integrative/Functional Medicine Treat Lyme Disease? Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, presents a complex challenge due to its varied symptoms and the difficulty in diagnosing and treating it effectively. While conventional medicine often focuses on antibiotics as the primary treatment, integrative and functional medicine approaches offer a more…
Why is Lyme Disease a Parasitic Infection? Parasitic Transmission of Lyme Disease Through Ticks Lyme disease is classified as a parasitic infection because it is transmitted through tick bites. Ticks are arachnids that feed on the blood of animals, including humans. The most common bacteria responsible for Lyme disease, Borrelia burgdorferi, is carried by certain species,…
What Are Lyme Disease Symptoms? Lyme Disease is a parasitic disease caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected black-legged ticks. Occasionally, but rarely, Borrelia mayonii also transmits to humans through the bite of these tiny black-legged ticks. Other forms of the bacteria, including B. afzelii and B. garinii are…
Six Myths and Truths About Diagnosing and Treating Lyme Disease Lyme disease is a serious condition that often mimics other neurological and autoimmune diseases. The tests for diagnosis are unreliable. Frequently, while doctors try to pin down a diagnosis, a person is suffering and losing their ability to function as this process lingers on. Lyme…
Restoration Healthcare’s Treatment of Lyme Disease Diagnosing Lyme Disease is complex. Treating Lyme Disease is even more difficult. Our clinic specializes in diagnosing and treating Lyme Disease using the most up-to-date models of care in integrative medicine. We have much experience treating Lyme Disease because every day is tick season in Southern California, where we…
Over the past several years, we have witnessed an increase in the incidence of Lyme disease, along with the debilitating impact this vector-borne disease has had on many of our patients, so any news about a potential vaccine for Lyme disease piques our interest. On Aug. 8 of this year, Pfizer, the U.S.-based pharmaceutical and…