Lyme Disease Treatment In Atlanta
We use a combination of advanced diagnostics and cutting-edge treatments to offer a comprehensive approach to Lyme disease that addresses root causes and promotes lasting recovery. Our integrative therapies are tailored to help you regain your health and quality of life with compassionate, patient-centered care.
Understanding Lyme Disease and Its Impact
Lyme disease is a complex infectious disease caused by Borrelia burgdorferi, a type of bacteria transmitted primarily through the bite of infected deer ticks. While commonly associated with a bullseye rash, Lyme disease often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed by conventional medical diagnostics. If left untreated, chronic Lyme disease can become a debilitating condition that impacts your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
According to the CDC, approximately 476,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with Lyme disease each year, and many struggle for years with persistent symptoms. For some, the illness manifests as severe fatigue, joint pain, muscle aches, cognitive difficulties, and neurological issues. The debilitating nature of chronic Lyme disease can severely disrupt daily life, relationships, and work, leaving patients feeling isolated and misunderstood.
Early-Stage Symptoms
In the early stages, typically days to weeks after being bitten by an infected tick, symptoms can include:
(Bullseye Rash): A red, expanding rash that often forms a bullseye pattern, appearing in about 70-80% of cases.
Including fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, and fatigue.
May occur near the site of the tick bites or elsewhere.
Disseminated-Stage Symptoms
If untreated, the bacteria can spread throughout the body, leading to additional symptoms weeks to months later:
Persistent tiredness not relieved by rest.
Often affecting large joints like the knees (Lyme arthritis).
Such as facial palsy (Bell’s palsy), numbness or tingling, and headaches.
Such as heart palpitations, dizziness, or Lyme carditis, which can cause irregular heartbeats.
Such as light sensitivity or blurred vision.
Late-Stage Symptoms
Months to years after the initial infection, chronic symptoms can appear, including:
Which may become chronic and affect different joints.
Such as memory loss, confusion, and difficulty concentrating (often called “Lyme brain” or “brain fog”).
Including pain, numbness, or weakness in the hands and feet.
Trouble falling or staying asleep.
Depression, anxiety, and irritability.
Other Common Symptoms
Including cramping, stiffness, or spasms.
Or difficulty breathing, sometimes accompanied by chest pain.
Pain that moves around the body, often affecting different joints and muscles.
These symptoms can be exacerbated or altered by co-infections of other tick-borne diseases like Babesia, Bartonella, or Ehrlichia, which can bring additional symptoms such as night sweats, chills, mood swings, or gastrointestinal disturbances. Lyme disease can be challenging to diagnose due to its wide range of symptoms that mimic other illnesses, so a comprehensive evaluation is essential.
We understand that living with Lyme disease is not just about dealing with physical symptoms—it’s about regaining your quality of life and being heard, supported, and guided on your journey to recovery.
At Progressive Medical Center in Atlanta, our team of compassionate healthcare providers partners with you to address Lyme disease using an integrative and functional approach that targets the root causes and aims for lasting relief.