Can Lyme disease destroy your brain?
Lyme disease can affect the lining of the brain, a disorder known as meningitis. Other than causing fever and bad headaches, this form of meningitis is remarkably benign; nobody has ever died of it, and it has rarely — if ever — caused significant damage to any patient’s brain.
Can Lyme meningitis be cured?
How is it treated? Facial palsy is treated with oral antibiotics and Lyme meningitis/radiculoneuritis can either be treated with oral or intravenous antibiotics, depending on severity (see tables below). Most people with Lyme disease respond well to antibiotics and fully recover.
What part of the brain is affected by Lyme disease?
Lyme disease appears to have two primary patterns of brain involvement on FDG PET scans, specific temporal lobe hypometabolism or a diffuse cortical hypometabolism. The involvement of the temporal lobes in both patterns is likely associated with the memory disturbances described in many of these patients.
How does Lyme affect the brain?
Lyme disease effects on the brain Research has shown that Lyme spirochetes can invade the brain and wreak all kinds of havoc. They damage nerve cells, trigger inflammation, release neurotoxins, and disrupt the balance of brain chemicals.
How do you treat brain inflammation?
Brain-saving tips include:
- Take flavonoids, plant compounds that have been shown to reduce brain inflammation.
- Balance blood sugar.
- Food sensitivities.
- Balance hormones.
- Heal your gut and promote good gut bacteria.
- Anti-inflammatory nutrients.
- Get functional neurology help for a brain injury.
How do you treat brain swelling?
Usually, swelling happens quickly and is simple to treat with some combination of rest, ice, elevation, medication, or removal of excess fluid. Your brain can also swell as a result of injury, illness, or other reasons.
What happens if the brain swells?
Brain swelling is a serious condition that can cause long-term damage to your memory and ability to think. It may also be fatal if treated too late. If you begin to experience side effects after a fall, accident, or while fighting off an infection, visit a doctor immediately.