Chronic Lyme Disease: Docs Debate Existence in CT

[WatermelonPig]

I just watched this documentary over the debate on this in Connecticut, is there any good literature on its existence? Most organizations say it doesn't exist although there were a few doctors siding with patients.

 

[Studiot]

Where I live in SW England you can certainly contract lyme disease (and some other nasty conditions) from the bugs (insects) that live in the countryside.

The NHS and countryside organisations issue annual warnings about the ticks that spread this infection.

I don't know whether the condition can be chronic or not though.

go well

 

[russ_watters]

I think you misunderstood, Studiot - I think the OP is referring to chronic vs acute lyme disease.

 

[Studiot]

Looking in Davidson I find

Lyme disease is one of a group of infections by varieties of Borrelia.

Lyme disease itself is not recorded as chronic, however late complications can include

chronic polyneuropathy and chronic encepalopathy.

In the parts of Africa and Asia where other Borrelia infections are endemic and often untreated chronic symptoms persist.

Does this help?

 

[LudusRex]

As a scientist, it is important to approach the topic of Chronic Lyme Disease (CLD) with an objective and evidence-based perspective. While there is ongoing debate about the existence and diagnosis of CLD, it is important to acknowledge that the current scientific evidence does not support the existence of a chronic form of Lyme disease.

Numerous studies have been conducted on this topic, and the majority of them have found no evidence to support the existence of CLD. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) both state that there is no scientific evidence to support the existence of CLD.

It is also important to note that the symptoms associated with CLD are often non-specific and can overlap with other medical conditions. This can lead to misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatment, which can have serious consequences for patients.

While it is understandable that some patients may feel frustrated and dismissed by the medical community, it is important to base our understanding of CLD on scientific evidence rather than anecdotal stories. As scientists, we must continue to conduct rigorous research and follow the evidence to provide the most accurate and effective treatment for patients.

In terms of literature on CLD, there are numerous peer-reviewed studies that have been conducted on this topic. I would recommend consulting reputable scientific journals and sources such as the CDC and IDSA for the most up-to-date and evidence-based information on CLD.