HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Does Lyme's Disease Produce Lesions On The Brain And Spinal Cord Like MS?

default
Posted on Sat, 21 Sep 2013
Question: Does Lyme's Disease produce lesions on the brain and/or spinal cord like MS?
doctor
Answered by Dr. David Okia (53 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
yes

Detailed Answer:
hi
thanks for your question.
Yes, if lyme's disease is not treated it can produce lesions in central and peripheral nervous system.

Based on my experience lyme disease responds well to antibiotics.

Hope I answered your question. Will be happy to help you if you have other queries.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. David Okia

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :2007

Answered : 301 Questions

Ask a doctor now
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Neurologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Does Lyme's Disease Produce Lesions On The Brain And Spinal Cord Like MS?

Brief Answer:
yes

Detailed Answer:
hi
thanks for your question.
Yes, if lyme's disease is not treated it can produce lesions in central and peripheral nervous system.

Based on my experience lyme disease responds well to antibiotics.

Hope I answered your question. Will be happy to help you if you have other queries.