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Treatment of Ehrlichiosis!

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Dr. Radhika AmulrajAcupuncturist • 18 Years Exp.MD - Acupuncture, Diploma In Accupuncture, Advanced Diploma In Accupuncture
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Treatment of Ehrlichiosis

Homeopathic Treatment of Ehrlichiosis

  • Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Ehrlichiosis
  • Psychotherapy Treatment of Ehrlichiosis
  • Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Ehrlichiosis
  • Surgical Treatment of Ehrlichiosis
  • Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Ehrlichiosis
  • Other Treatment of Ehrlichiosis
  • What is Ehrlichiosis
  • Symptoms of Ehrlichiosis
  • Causes of Ehrlichiosis
  • Risk factors of Ehrlichiosis
  • Complications of Ehrlichiosis
  • Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Ehrlichiosis
  • Precautions & Prevention of Ehrlichiosis

Treatment of Ehrlichiosis 

Homeopathic Treatment of Ehrlichiosis

Homeopathy relieves fever aches and other complaints. It treats the person as a whole. Treatment is constitutional. It means that homeopathic treatment focuses on the patient as a person, as well as his pathological condition. It balances the energy system, improves immunity and body functions. It naturally cures the root cause of disorder. Some of the homeopathic medicines for Ehrlichiosis are:

  • Ars alb
  • Belladona
  • Bryonia
  • Calc P
  • Ferr P
  • Rhus Tox
  • Merc 

Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Ehrlichiosis

In the Allopathic Treatment of Ehrlichiosis, antibiotics such as doxycycline or tetracycline are prescribed. If you’re pregnant, your doctor may prescribe the antibiotic rifampin instead, because tetracycline and doxycycline aren’t recommended during pregnancy.

What is Ehrlichiosis

Ehrlichiosis is a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks that causes flu-like symptoms. The ticks that spread ehrlichiosis are the Lone Star tick, the deer tick and the dog tick.

Symptoms of Ehrlichiosis

  • Fever and chills
  • Headache
  • Joint and muscle aches
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Cough
  • Confusion
  • Rash

Causes of Ehrlichiosis

  • The bacteria enter your skin through the bite and eventually make their way into your bloodstream.
  • It may be transmitted through blood transfusions, from mother to fetus and through direct contact with an infected, slaughtered animal.

Risk factors of Ehrlichiosis

  • Being male
  • Being outdoors in warm weather
  • Living in or visiting an area with a high tick population

Complications of Ehrlichiosis

Diagnosis of Ehrlichiosis

Diagnosis of Ehrlichiosis involves the following tests:

  • Blood test
  • Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test
  • Indirect fluorescent antibody (IFA) test

Precautions & Prevention of Ehrlichiosis

  • Avoid open-toed shoes or sandals
  • Wear long pants and a long-sleeved shirt
  • Wear light-colored clothing
  • Do a daily inspection for ticks on any pet that spends time outdoors
  • Do a complete visual inspection of your body
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