Diagnosing Lyme Disease in Children With Neuropsychiatric Illness
Health professionals from many disciplines need to be able to recognize the clinical presentations, essential diagnostic tests, and treatment approach of Lyme neuroborreliosis.
Lyme Disease
Lyme-Bearing Ticks More Widespread in US Than Thought
Ticks capable of transmitting Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses have been identified in dozens of places across the US where the pests had never previously been recorded.
Synovial Fluid Cell Counts Do Not Accurately Differentiate Arthritis Types
Accurate and rapid diagnostics methods are needed to inform initial clinical decision making for patients with hip monoarthritis.
New Developments Examined in Tick-Borne, Lyme Disease Testing
Tick-related ailments are difficult to diagnose, and patients often have non-specific symptoms.
Case Study: A Syncopal Episode During a Camping Trip
A 52-year-old man presents to the emergency department with dizziness and fatigue after a syncopal episode on a camping trip.
Lingering Symptoms May Persist After Treatment of Lyme Disease
Research might explain why lingering symptoms after therapy for treating Lyme disease occur.
Consensus Parameters for Lyme Disease Testing
Lisa Waddell, PhD, discusses new recommendations for evaluating patients suspected of having Lyme disease.
Potential Upswing in Tick-borne Infections Predicted
Lyme Disease is the most common tick-borne illness.
Adverse Effects Linked to Chronic Lyme Disease Treatments
During the treatment for chronic Lyme disease, serious bacterial infections have been documented.
Diagnosing Pediatric Lyme Arthritis
Children are some of the most susceptible to Lyme disease. In many children, joint inflammation may be the first symptom.
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