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September 11, 2024

Powassan Encephalitis

Young boy develops Powassan encephalitis after camping trip

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Can Powassan Virus Cause Encephalitis? Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Powassan virus is a rare but potentially life-threatening tick-borne infection. It can cause encephalitis, meningitis, and long-term neurologic complications. Unlike Lyme disease, Powassan virus may be transmitted within minutes of tick attachment. Several recent cases—including a 9-year-old boy in Canada, a young child in Pennsylvania, and […]

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Abdominal pain, ileus and constipation due to Lyme disease

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Can Lyme Disease Cause Constipation, Ileus, or Abdominal Pain? Can Lyme disease cause constipation or abdominal pain?Lyme neuroborreliosis may slow intestinal motility through autonomic dysfunctionEarly recognition and treatment may improve gastrointestinal symptoms Can Lyme disease cause constipation? Yes. Although uncommon, Lyme disease can affect the nerves that regulate the digestive tract, leading to constipation, abdominal

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