Morse Clinic

About

The Multidisciplinary Lyme Disease Program at Massachusetts General Hospital was created to bring together experts from different departments across the hospital such as infectious diseases, rheumatology, neurology, and pathology to provide more coordinated care for patients. This will help improve patient care and seek new breakthroughs in early detection, treatment, and prevention.

Clinical

What Is Lyme Disease?

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted through the bite of infected black-legged ticks. It is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and most prevalent in the upper Midwest and northeastern mid Atlantic parts of the U.S. Lyme disease is the most common tickborne disease in the United States.

Symptoms of Lyme Disease

Symptoms of Lyme disease can vary from person to person but commonly include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash known as erythema migrans. Untreated Lyme disease can lead to a range of symptoms such as joint pain, neurological problems, and heart complications.

Treatment for Lyme Disease

Early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics are essential for managing Lyme disease effectively. Treatment plans may vary depending on the stage of the disease and the severity of symptoms. Antibiotics are typically prescribed to eliminate the bacteria and alleviate symptoms.

Our Team

• Allen Steere, MD
• Jacob Lemieux, MD, PhD
• Kimon Zachary, MD
• John Branda, MD
• Sheila Arvikar, MD
• Kyle Harrold, MD
• Mamadou Barry
• Gordon Adams
• Shivangi Patel