Lyme Disease Treatment in India
About Lyme Disease
Key Highlights
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Effective treatment with standard oral antibiotics for most early-stage cases.Prevents progression to more serious, chronic complications affecting joints, heart, and nervous system.Diagnosis combines clinical evaluation with specific laboratory testing for accuracy.Management by an internal medicine specialist ensures comprehensive care for the whole patient.Early treatment typically leads to a complete and rapid recovery.
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of the classic erythema migrans (EM) rash, often a bull's-eye pattern.
- Flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, fatigue, body aches) following a known or suspected tick bite.
- Joint pain and swelling, particularly in the knees (Lyme arthritis).
- Neurological symptoms such as facial palsy (Bell's palsy), meningitis, or nerve pain.
- Cardiac symptoms like heart palpitations or dizziness (Lyme carditis).
- Positive or equivocal results from a two-tiered blood test (ELISA and Western Blot).
How to prepare
- Note the date and location of any potential tick bite or outdoor exposure.
- Document all symptoms, including when they started and their progression.
- Bring a list of all current medications and allergies to the consultation.
- No specific fasting or physical preparation is required for the initial diagnosis.
- Be prepared to discuss travel history to areas where Lyme disease is common.
Risks & possible complications
- Allergic reaction to prescribed antibiotics.
- Gastrointestinal side effects like nausea, diarrhea, or abdominal pain from antibiotics.
- Development of Post-Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome (PTLDS) with persistent fatigue and pain in some patients.
- Sun sensitivity (photosensitivity) when taking doxycycline.
- Rare complication: Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction (temporary worsening of symptoms) at the start of antibiotic therapy.
- Potential for antibiotic resistance or secondary infections like C. difficile with prolonged use.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Complete the entire prescribed course of antibiotics even if symptoms improve quickly.
- Rest and stay hydrated to help the body fight the infection.
- Manage mild side effects like nausea by taking medication with food.
- Use sunscreen and protective clothing if on doxycycline to prevent sunburn.
- Attend all follow-up appointments to monitor treatment response.
- Gradually return to normal activities as energy levels permit; full recovery can take weeks.
- Report any new or worsening symptoms to your doctor immediately.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient) to 7-14 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks for early treatment; several months for chronic cases
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering lyme disease in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for lyme disease in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform lyme disease. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for lyme disease compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 5 Thousand – 50 Thousand | 0 days (outpatient) to 7-14 days | ~ 2-4 weeks for early treatment; several months for chronic cases | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 17.5 Thousand – 175 Thousand | 0 days (outpatient) to 7-14 days | ~ 2-4 weeks for early treatment; several months for chronic cases | Know More |
Top hospitals for Lyme Disease in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing lyme disease.
Ghaziabad, India
43 Doctors
Sai Roy, a 32-year-old landscape architect...
Sai Roy, a 32-year-old landscape architect and avid hiker, had been experiencing debilitating fatigue, joint pain, and brain fog for nearly eight months. Multiple doctor visits yielded diagnoses of stress or depression, but Sai knew something was physically wrong. After a particularly bad flare-up with a facial droop (Bell's palsy), an urgent care physician finally ordered a Lyme disease test, which came back positive. Her internal medicine doctor, Dr. Chen, recommended an immediate 28-day course of oral doxycycline, explaining that while early treatment is ideal, extended therapy could still combat the disseminated infection. The treatment was difficult; Sai experienced severe sun sensitivity and gastrointestinal upset, forcing her to carefully time her doses and avoid the outdoors she loved. Over the following three months, her energy slowly returned, the joint pain subsided, and the brain fog lifted. Emotionally, she moved from frustration and despair during her diagnostic odyssey to profound relief upon getting an answer, followed by cautious optimism during recovery. She now advocates for earlier tick-borne illness testing in her outdoor community.
Internal Medicine Specialists for Lyme Disease
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform lyme disease and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 41 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
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- 11 Years Experience
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- 22 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 32 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 18 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 14 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 13 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 9 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 43 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 36 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
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- 23 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 21 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore