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When should you worry about ticks in your neighborhood?
Ever wonder if you should worry about ticks in your neighborhood? In a recent study, published in the journal Healthcare, researchers examined tick density and infection rates in residential areas located in the Southern Tier region of upstate New York. [1] They focused on specific areas, referred to as “built environments,” which included parks, gardens, playgrounds, school campuses and neighborhood backyards.
Lyme disease causes vision loss in 46-year-old woman
There have been several case reports linking Lyme disease with eye problems, including a loss of vision. In a study by the Mayo Clinic, researchers concluded that "although ocular involvement can be self-limited, delays in diagnosis may result in vision impairment and even blindness." [1]
Oppositional behavior in children with Lyme disease
Several studies have found that children and adolescents infected with Borrelia burgdorferi, the causative agent of Lyme disease, can, in some instances, develop extreme neuropsychiatric symptoms, including sudden, abrupt mood swings, aggressiveness, explosive anger, depression, panic disorder, neuropathy and even homicidality. [1]
Recommendations dismiss seriousness of Lyme disease in children
A recent journal article examining the prevalence of neuropsychiatric symptoms in children with Lyme disease raises several concerns regarding clinicians understanding of the illness in this particular population and their level of empathy. “Unraveling Diagnostic Uncertainty Surrounding Lyme Disease in Children with Neuropsychiatric Illness,” puts forth several recommendations that would appear to do more harm than good.
How concerned are people about tick bites and tick-borne diseases?
The authors of a recently published study, “Learning to live with ticks? The role of exposure and risk perceptions in protective behavior against tick-borne diseases,” analyze data from a national survey in Sweden to understand the level of concern among the general public about contracting Lyme borreliosis (LB) and tick-borne encephalitis (TBE).
Long-term problems for some Lyme neuroborreliosis patients
Long-term morbidity has been well documented for patients with Lyme disease, with numerous studies demonstrating poor treatment outcomes and higher than expected rates of disability. [1] Now, a study published by European researchers suggests things may not be as bad as they seem. [2]
6 reasons for delayed treatment of Lyme disease
The key to killing Lyme disease bacteria successfully depends, in part, upon identifying the disease early on. Unfortunately, in all too many cases, individuals harboring the infection are not diagnosed early, which can lead to a delay in treatment and an increased risk of long-term complications.
Lyme disease in children rising in Pennsylvania: an inside look
The number of children with Lyme disease has continued to climb steadily since the first cases were reported in 1977 in Connecticut. Since then, an ever increasing number of states have been added to the Lyme-endemic list, including Pennsylvania. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) puts Pennsylvania and New Jersey at the top of the list for having the most reported cases of Lyme disease in the country.
Impact of Lyme disease on working and caregiving
A newly published study, which examines the causes of delayed diagnosis or treatment of Lyme disease, also demonstrates the impact the disease can have on a patient’s ability to work and/or serve as caregivers for family members.
5 things to know about Lyme carditis
Although most people associate Lyme disease with fatigue, joint and muscle pain, fevers and other flu-like symptoms, the illness can also cause serious, debilitating and sometimes, life-threatening symptoms that impact the brain, the lungs and even the heart. The authors of a recent case series, describe "5 things to know about Lyme carditis" to help prevent unnecessary implantation of pacemakers.
