About this episode

The episode discusses Lyme Disease, its symptoms, management challenges, and uncertainties in treatment.

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Stacey Rizza, M.D. Lyme Disease is a tick-borne illness commonly seen in various parts of the country. Despite its common occurrence in the primary care practice, it’s associated with confusion and controversy. From the presenting symptoms, occasional ambiguous serologic results, to managing patients with persistent symptoms following treatment, primary care clinicians are often frustrated with the management of patients who have or are concerned they have Lyme Disease. In today’s podcast, we’ll discuss what we know about Lyme Disease, what’s still uncertain, and how we should approach this health problem in our patients. Joining me for this podcast is Dr. Stacey Rizza, an infectious disease specialist at the Mayo Clinic. Connect with us! Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast Season 6 | Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development

People in this episode

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D.

Guest: Stacey Rizza, M.D.

Topics covered

• Lyme Disease
• tick-borne illness
• primary care
• infectious disease
• patient management

Keywords

• Lyme Disease
• tick-borne illness
• primary care
• infectious disease
• patient management
• serologic results
• persistent symptoms

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Organizations: Mayo Clinic

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