When Lyme Disease Isn’t Treated

If you live in the Northeastern or Mid-Atlantic states, you’ve probably either contracted Lyme disease yourself, or know someone who has. Despite the fact that it was first noticed a mere 30 years ago in a small town in Connecticut, it is now the most common tick-borne disease in the Northern Hemisphere. It is especially common in the Northeast. When caught early, Lyme disease is not serious and can be treated with antibiotics. However, if it is not treated soon, it can develop into far more serious issues. If a doctor fails to treat your Lyme disease correctly, you could have serious, life-long health issues.

The early symptoms of Lyme disease are fairly generic, with the most common being headache, fatigue, weakness, and depression. The telltale sign, though, is a specific type of rash called erythema chronicum migrans, which appears as a target-shaped patch of rash skin. However, it does not appear in all cases, so if you suffer from any of these symptoms, it’s important to seek immediate medical attention.

The alternative is the development of much more severe medical problems, most frequently heart problems, joint problems, and nervous system disorders. Even when the disease is cured, these problems can linger much longer. Arthritis has been known to develop as a result of the disease.

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If you or someone you love has suffered from Lyme disease as a result of a late diagnosis, contact the Pennsylvania medical malpractice attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. by calling 610-667-7511.