My friend has had Lyme Disease at Stage 3 for around 4 years now. I just heard about this and am seriously worried. At first, they tried antibiotics and they didn t work so they stopped the medication. She has been untreated for all these years and nothing seems to be getting worse. However, I m afraid that something fatal will suddenly happen--is this something I should be worried about, or will she be alright without treatment like she has been? Thank you.
Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor, Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted by a tick, and it is caused by a bacteria Cordelia burgdorferi.  I suggest you should first diagnose yourself for the Lyme Disease before you got treatment. You can get tested yourself with ELISA, IFS or Western Blotting to confirm the diagnosis. If you are having Lyme disease you can follow this treatment. Lyme disease can be effectively treated with antibiotics. Antibiotics, such as doxycycline or amoxicillin should be taken orally for 14 to 21 day. Intravenous (IV) antibiotics may be used for more serious cases and for someone whose nervous system has been affected. The IV antibiotics should be taken for 2- 3 weeks. Thank you.