Do you know what to do in case of a case of Lyme disease?
Yes, there are several Lyme disease symptoms that are noticeable in the early stages of the disease. If not properly treated and detected early, it can get to late stage or even fatal. This could also happen if early treatment is insufficient. As the graphic on the following article indicates, there are several different symptoms of late-stage Lyme disease.
A common symptom of Lyme disease is the redness or swelling of the skin. It can be very severe especially on your face. The swelling can make it difficult to even dress yourself. The symptoms of late Lyme are most apparent during your night because it is difficult to go about your normal routines like going to bed or eating.
The first and most common symptom of Lyme is the swelling of the lymph nodes. These lymph nodes usually become swollen in the late stages of the disease. Other symptoms of late Lyme include fever, swollen extremities, depression, fatigue, nausea, chills, dizziness, headache, and muscle pain. In addition, you might also experience muscle weakness.
You should note that even though the above mentioned symptoms of Lyme are obvious, not everyone shows these symptoms. Some people might show some or all of these symptoms only occasionally. It is thus important for you to seek medical advice if you notice any of these symptoms especially if you feel you might have been infected. Even if you do not have a definite diagnosis yet, do consult your physician right away so that he/she can assess you for possible Lyme disease symptoms. Early detection is always better than being late.
The symptoms of late Lyme are very difficult to differentiate from other diseases
The main reason why the symptoms are so hard to distinguish is that this is a highly infectious disease. Therefore, symptoms from other diseases might not be as obvious. However, if you are noticing other symptoms like fever and chills, dizziness and vomiting, joint pains or swelling, or muscle pain in the back, legs, or neck, you should consult a physician immediately so that tests can be conducted to determine if your infection has progressed to a point where it is causing more damage than cure.
There are several medications and natural remedies that are available to help in the early stages of the infection. Although antibiotics can be effective in treating Lyme infection, the medications are not able to treat the disease at its root. The natural remedies include using garlic, zinc, and probiotics can help in restoring the immune system in order to boost your body's ability to fight off the bacteria and viruses that cause the infection. You can also try natural supplements that are made from chamomile tea and zinc. These supplements are usually taken orally and can be taken for long periods of time.
The symptoms of late Lyme can be mild to severe depending on the stage that you are in. It is recommended that you seek professional help if you suspect you have late Lyme. You should always be sure that you visit a doctor if your symptoms are more pronounced because there could be a more serious case of the disease. In the meantime, if you suspect that you have a case of late Lyme, you should always consult with your physician to make sure the treatment you are taking is indeed the best option.
It is important that if you have a family member or a friend that has experienced the symptoms, be careful to ask them questions about the symptoms of Lyme. Lyme disease can be very serious and you do not want to take any chances.