HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES FOR LYME DISEASE
Lyme disease is caused by four main species of bacteria:
Borrelia burgdorferi, Borrelia mayonii, Borrelia afzelii and Borrelia garinii
bacteria. Borrelia burgdorferi and Borrelia mayonii cause Lyme disease in the
United States, while Borrelia afzelii and Borrelia garinii are the leading
causes of Lyme disease in Europe and Asia. The most common tick-borne illness
in these regions, Lyme disease is transmitted by the bite of an infected
black-legged tick, commonly known as a deer tick.
You're more likely to get Lyme disease if you live or spend time
in grassy and heavily wooded areas where ticks carrying the disease thrive.
It's important to take common-sense precautions in areas where ticks are
prevalent.
Causes----In the United States, Lyme disease is caused by Borrelia
burgdorferi and Borrelia mayonii bacteria, carried primarily by blacklegged or
deer ticks. The ticks are brown and, when young, often no bigger than a poppy
seed, which can make them nearly impossible to spot.
To contract Lyme disease, an infected deer tick must bite you.
The bacteria enter your skin through the bite and eventually make their way
into your bloodstream. In most cases, to transmit Lyme disease, a deer tick
must be attached for 36 to 48 hours. If you find an attached tick looks
swollen, it may have fed long enough to transmit bacteria. Removing the tick as
soon as possible may prevent infection.
Symptoms---A small, red bump often appears at the site of a tick bite or
tick removal and resolves over a few days. This is normal after a tick bite and
does not indicate Lyme disease.
However, these signs and symptoms may occur within a month after
you've been infected:
Rash. From 3 to 30 days after an infected tick bite, an
expanding red area might appear that sometimes clears in the center, forming a
bull’s-eye pattern. The rash (erythema migrans) expands slowly over days and
can spread to 12 inches (30 centimeters) across. It is typically not itchy or
painful.
Erythema migrans is one of the hallmarks of Lyme disease. Some
people develop this rash at more than one place on their bodies.
Flu-like symptoms. Fever,
chills, fatigue, body aches and a headache may accompany the rash.
Later signs and symptoms
If untreated, new signs and symptoms of Lyme infection might
appear in the following weeks to months. These include:
Erythema migrans appearing in
other areas of your body.
Joint pain. Bouts of
severe joint pain and swelling are especially likely to affect your knees, but
the pain can shift from one joint to another.
Neurological
problems. Weeks, months or even years after infection, you might
develop inflammation of the membranes surrounding your brain (meningitis),
temporary paralysis of one side of your face (Bell's palsy), numbness or
weakness in your limbs, and impaired muscle movement.
Signs and symptoms
caused by the bacterium Borrelia mayonii may also include:
·
Nausea and vomiting
·
Diffuse rashes (rather than a single bull's-eye rash commonly
associated with Lyme disease
Less common signs and symptoms
Several weeks after infection, some people develop:
·
Heart problems, such as an irregular heartbeat. Heart problems
rarely last more than a few days or weeks.
·
Eye inflammation.
·
Liver inflammation (hepatitis).
·
Severe fatigue.
Risk factors
Where you live or vacation can affect your chances of getting
Lyme disease. So can your profession and the outdoor activities you enjoy. The
most common risk factors for Lyme disease include:
Spending time in wooded or grassy areas. In the United States, deer ticks are most prevalent in the
Northeast and Midwest regions, which have heavily wooded areas where deer ticks
thrive. Children who spend a lot of time outdoors in these regions are
especially at risk. Adults with outdoor occupations also are at increased risk.
In the first two stages of life, deer ticks in the United States
feed on mice and other rodents, which are a prime reservoir for Lyme disease
bacteria. Adult deer ticks feed primarily on white-tailed deer.
Having exposed skin. Ticks attach easily to bare flesh. If you're in an
area where ticks are common, protect yourself and your children by wearing long
sleeves and long pants. Don't allow your pets to wander in tall weeds and
grasses.
Not removing ticks promptly or properly. Bacteria from a tick bite can enter your bloodstream
if the tick stays attached to your skin for 36 to 48 hours or longer. If you
remove a tick within two days, your risk of acquiring Lyme disease is low.
Complications
Left untreated, Lyme disease can cause:
·
Chronic joint inflammation (Lyme
arthritis), particularly of the knee
·
Neurological symptoms, such as facial
palsy and neuropathy
·
Cognitive defects, such as impaired
memory
·
Heart rhythm irregularities
Prevention---The best way to prevent Lyme disease is to avoid areas where
deer ticks live, especially wooded, bushy areas with long grass. You can
decrease your risk of getting Lyme disease with some simple precautions:
Cover up. When in
wooded or grassy areas, wear shoes, long pants tucked into your socks, a
long-sleeved shirt, a hat and gloves. Try to stick to trails and avoid walking
through low bushes and long grass. Keep your dog on a leash.
Use insect
repellents. Apply insect repellent with a 20 percent or higher
concentration of DEET to your skin. Parents should apply repellant to their
children, avoiding their hands, eyes and mouth. Keep in mind that chemical
repellents can be toxic, so follow directions carefully. Apply products with
permethrin to clothing or buy pretreated clothing.
Do your best to
tick-proof your yard. Clear brush and leaves where ticks live. Keep woodpiles in
sunny areas.
Check yourself, your children and your pets for ticks. Be especially
vigilant after spending time in wooded or grassy areas. Deer ticks are often no
bigger than the head of a pin, so you may not discover them unless you search
carefully.
It's helpful to shower as soon as you come indoors. Ticks often
remain on your skin for hours before attaching themselves. Showering and using
a washcloth might remove unattached ticks.
Don't assume you're
immune. You can get Lyme disease more than once.
Remove a tick as
soon as possible with tweezers. Gently grasp the tick near its
head or mouth. Don't squeeze or crush the tick, but pull carefully and
steadily. Once you've removed the entire tick, dispose of it and apply
antiseptic to the bite area.
HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINES
Homoeopathy today is a rapidly growing system and is being practiced all over
the world. Its strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a
holistic approach towards the sick individual through promotion of inner
balance at mental, emotional , spiritual and physical levels. When Lyme disease
is concerned there are many effective
medicines are available in Homoeopathy, but the selection depends upon the
individuality of the patient , considering the mental and physical symptoms.
LEDUM
PAL 30- ---A specific remedy for insect bite. A purplish color at the site of
bite. Appearance of rash, which is
better for cold compresses. General irritability and restlessness
ARNICA
MONTANA 30---Severe
soreness at the bite site. Bruising or purplish discoloration of skin. Bright
red rash appear with much tenderness. Fever. General soreness and bruised feeling .
BELLADONNA
30-----High
temperature with throbbing headache and reddish face. Cold feet and hands.
Bright red rashes appear , which is hot to touch
MERCURUIUS
SOL 30---Fever with perspiration, especially at night. A
patch of red, raised rash appear. Moist appear at the site of the site. General
weakness and muscle pain. All symptoms are worse at night.
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