More
than 300,000 people across the country were diagnosed with Lyme disease last
year, according to the CDC. Health Briefs offers some help in trying to
understand it.
Lyme
disease can suck the energy from someone who has it. It does not kill people, but it can harm
joints, the heart and nervous system if not found and treated quickly. But it
can be hard to find since most people don’t realize they have it.
Some
of the initials symptoms include: a bull’s eye rash, fever, headache, fatigue,
and nausea. Lyme disease is caused by bacterium called Borrelia burgdorferi and
people get it from the bites of infected deer ticks. It is in the same
spirochete group of bacteria as syphilis. But it is treatable with antibiotics
if found early on.
People
with Lyme disease will feel overly tired and complain of symptoms which sound
much like the flu. Encourage them to visit their doctor and be tested to Lyme.
Keep in mind that some of those who are undergoing treatment for this disease
may still feel lousy. Understanding and patience is appreciated.
To
prevent tick bites, Health Briefs TV recommends wearing lightweight long pants
tucked into socks when in wooded areas, wear a lightweight long sleeved shirt
and use an insect repellent with DEET. Check all clothing, gear and the vehicle
for ticks also. Take a shower when home. Check everyone for any unusual rashes
or marks on their skin. Seek medical attention if the tell-tale rash is found.
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