August 19, 2024

TMJ arthritis triggered by Lyme disease Jaw pain from Lyme disease is often overlooked, particularly when inflammation affects the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). In some cases, Lyme arthritis can mimic a common temporomandibular disorder (TMD), leading to delayed diagnosis. For a full overview of Lyme arthritis, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, see our main guide. Case […]

Can you get ticks from pets? Yes, and according to a study by Jones et al. owning indoor-outdoor pets increases your risk of being bitten by a tick and potentially exposing yourself to various tick-borne diseases. [1] Out of the 1,546 homes with pets, 88.1% used some form of tick control on their pets. Yet,