Lyme carditis happens when the bacteria causing Lyme disease travels to the heart. It must be caught and treated early if you want the best long-term prognosis which is why it’s important to get informed. Here’s what you need to know about Lyme carditis.
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Lyme disease has become an insidious epidemic in the United States. Caused by bacteria transmitted through the bite of an infected tick, it can lead to heart problems, meningitis or arthritis if left untreated. It is the most common tick-borne illness in the United States, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that […]
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The rising temperatures bring a whole new season of creepy crawlies including ticks. Stay safe this season and brush up on everything there is to know about ticks including what they look like, the diseases they carry, and what to do if you get a tick bite!
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We’re covering the conditions commonly mistaken for arthritis and the distinguishing characteristics to help you determine which condition you may be suffering from. If you are concerned about your health, always be sure to talk to your doctor to get a firm diagnosis and a treatment plan developed for your situation.
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurologic condition that has many similarities to other medical conditions. Unfortunately, there is no single diagnostic tool used to determine if someone has multiple sclerosis, making misdiagnoses more common than most people think. Here we cover many of the conditions that are commonly mistaken for multiple sclerosis.
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Any kind of numbness is typically a sign of either an irritation or damage to one or more nerves. There are a number of different conditions that can result in damage to the peripheral nerves, including these 15.
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