Lyme Disease
Medical cannabis can be used to help manage the chronic pain, inflammation, and other symptoms associated with Lyme disease, potentially enhancing patient comfort and recovery.
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by a bite from an infected insect called a tick. Initially, this causes a skin rash, but more serious symptoms can occur if left untreated. People living with post-treatment lyme disease syndrome (PTLDS), which occurs in an estimated 14% of cases, may experience symptoms for years after the initial infection, though it’s not clear why.
Symptoms
After an initial rash, flu-like symptoms might occur for several weeks. This is sometimes followed by more serious ongoing symptoms like neurological issues, joint inflammation (Lyme arthritis), chronic fatigue and memory issues.
Treatments
Treatments for Lyme disease might include antibiotics to tackle the initial infection. There’s no cure for post-treatment Lyme disease syndrome (PTLDS), but your doctor may recommend eating healthily, getting plenty of rest, exercising regularly, reducing stress, and taking anti-inflammatory medications. While medical cannabis cannot treat Lyme disease directly, it may provide another option for easing associated symptoms like fatigue.
91.94%
In a 2022 study, 91.94% of subjects using cannabis experienced decreased fatigue, a common symptom of Lyme disease
83%
A 2022 study found CBD was linked to 83% pain improvement in arthritic conditions such as Lyme arthritis
20%
A 2023 study suggested around 20% of patients who consume cannabis and have rheumatoid conditions like Lyme disease reported pain reduction
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Word from our expert
Dr Sunil Arora Chief Medical Officer
Lyme disease can lead to chronic pain, inflammation, fatigue, and neurological symptoms, which can be difficult to manage.
Medical cannabis may help alleviate these symptoms by reducing pain and inflammation, promoting relaxation, and improving sleep quality.
It can also support overall well-being, offering a potential alternative for those seeking relief from the long-term effects of Lyme disease.
At Emerald, our team of experts can help you explore medical cannabis treatments for lyme disease that work for you, providing you with a safe, natural option to restore balance in your life.
