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Long-term cognitive effects of Lyme disease in children.

Author: AdamsW V, EppesS C, KleinJ D, RoseC D

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Overview

This study found no significant cognitive differences between children with Lyme disease and their siblings 4 years after disease onset. This finding supports the notion that children treated appropriately for Lyme disease have an excellent prognosis for normal cognitive functioning.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Most studies of adults infected with Lyme disease (LD) have found adverse cognitive effects from the disease. In contrast, the only controlled study investigating cognitive effects of LD in a pediatric population found no effects after a 2-year follow-up. However, it was questioned whether the negat...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1207/s15324826an0601_6

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Lyme Disease: A Camel's Perspective on Cognitive Effects

Lyme disease - a tick-borne illness that can cause a variety of symptoms, including cognitive problems - is like a dangerous desert creature that can leave lasting scars. This research investigates the long-term cognitive effects of Lyme disease in children.

Navigating the Labyrinth: Lyme Disease and Cognitive Function

This study found no significant long-term cognitive effects in children who were treated appropriately for Lyme disease. It's like finding a safe passage through a labyrinth - despite the dangers of Lyme disease, with proper treatment, children can emerge unscathed. The researchers followed a group of children with Lyme disease for four years and found no significant differences in their cognitive function compared to their siblings.

A Promise of Hope: Lyme Disease and Cognitive Development

This study offers a ray of hope for children who have been diagnosed with Lyme disease. It suggests that with timely and appropriate treatment, children can have a good prognosis for normal cognitive development. It's like discovering a cool spring in the desert - a source of hope and healing.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study provides valuable insights into the long-term cognitive effects of Lyme disease in children. It suggests that with proper treatment, children can have a good prognosis for normal cognitive function. It's a reminder that even in the face of a potentially debilitating illness, there is always hope for recovery and resilience.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1999-10-26
  2. Date Revised 2014-05-02
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

10382570

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1207/s15324826an0601_6

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