Intravenous (IV) Therapy At Patients Medical we can create an IV therapy protocol to specifically address your medical and lifestyle needs, from nutrition supplementation and treatment of migraines, to respiratory ailments, chronic conditions, and many more.
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There is no specific supplement that can prevent or cure Lyme disease. However, some supplements may be beneficial as an adjunct to the treatment of Lyme disease, and to manage symptoms associated with it.
It's important to note that these supplements should be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional, as they may interact with other medications you are taking or may have side effects. Also, it's important to keep in mind that these supplements are not a substitute for antibiotics treatment, and they should not be used to replace medical treatment.
The disease was first reported in the Lyme, Connecticut region in 1975, from whence the name originates. Although the organisms involved are of ancient origin, Lyme is characterized as a "potent emerging disease" because of its rapid expansion in time and place.
Data from the CDC show reported annual incidence rates doubled in the United States between 1992 and 2006, from almost 10,000 reported cases in 1992 to almost 20,000 cases in 2006, with the vast majority concentrated in the Northeast and Midwest. A total of nearly one-quarter million new cases were reported to the CDC during this 15-year period.
The most recent CDC data (for 2008) show nearly 29,000 confirmed cases, and nearly 6,300 probable cases that year. It is believed among some Lyme experts, however, that the actual incidence of Lyme disease could be as much as ten times higher than CDC data indicate, and tens of thousands of cases, if not many more, have not been reported at all.
During that same 15-year period more than 90% of the cases came from ten states—Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Wisconsin—where deer ticks are most common. Children between the ages of 5 to 14 were reported as having the highest incidence of infection, with over half the cases occurring among young males.
The reported geographic range of the Ixodes tick has expanded in these ten states, and its spread is predicted to continue to expand beyond the tick's previously established natural range. Bioclimate data suggest that milder winters and more humid conditions are dominant features in this expansion of Ixodes scapularis populations, posing a serious challenge to human health.
Fortunately, awareness of the disease among health care providers is also growing. Yet many health care providers are not highly "Lyme-literate," and may have difficulty diagnosing Lyme disease if the telltale rash does not appear or goes unnoticed. The nature of disease progression in Lyme disease can be complex and highly variable, presenting symptoms easily confused with other ailments. Further complicating diagnosis is the possibility of co-infection with other tick-borne diseases carried by the Ixodes tick. If you feel you may have been bitten and have the signature "bulls-eye" rash, or if the rash does not appear but you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, it's important that you be checked by a knowledgeable doctor about the possibility of Lyme infection. Early detection and treatment are the best means for avoiding the damaging long-term effects of chronic Lyme disease.
Our job at Patients Medical is to connect the dots between a patient's medical history, symptoms, and their underlying causes. Patients Medical is a superb place for people to secure integrative and holistic health care from providers who give personalized care, partner with the patient to focus on the root cause of their illness, support their recovery, and help them maintain good health.
For those that can make the journey, we are happy to welcome new patients to our medical center in New York City. Fill out the form at the top of this page, or call us at 1-212-794-8800. We are here to listen and to help.
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