Lyme Disease
In the thirty years since Lyme disease was first identified, the disease has become the most common tick-borne disease in the Northern Hemisphere. It is especially common in the areas around New England and the Mid-Atlantic states, the area it is originally from. Virtually every hard-bodied tick in Connecticut carries the disease, and it is a common hazard throughout the area.
If untreated, Lyme disease can be very serious, and could have long-term health effects. If you or someone you know has received insufficient treatment for his or her Lyme disease, contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. by calling 215-238-1130 today.
Lyme disease is a type of infectious disease caused by bacteria, meaning that if it is caught early enough, it can be treated with antibiotics. However, Lyme disease is unusual in that symptoms have been known to persist long after the infection itself has been cleared up, if not treated early enough. Some people develop arthritis which continues after the disease itself is “cured.” Because of this, it’s important to seek immediate medical attention as soon as symptoms begin:
- Fever
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Overall weakness
- A unique rash called erythema migrans, which looks like target-shaped red patch of skin. This normally develops between a day and a month after being bitten by an infected tick.
If Lyme disease is not treated early, heart problems and nervous system problems may develop. Because of the seriousness of the disease, it’s important to seek medical attention as soon as you’re bitten by a tick. It’s better safe than sorry when it comes to this illness.
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If you or someone you love has developed serious, long-term health problems as a result of a misdiagnosis or a delayed diagnosis of Lyme disease, contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. by calling 215-238-1130.