Published on: 7/22/2025
What are some unproven treatments for chronic Lyme disease?
Some unproven treatments for chronic Lyme disease include long-term antibiotics, herbal supplements, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These treatments lack scientific support and may not be safe.
Explanation
Chronic Lyme disease is a condition that some people believe persists even after standard treatment. However, many treatments marketed for it are unproven and not backed by science.
Here are some unproven treatments:
Long-term Antibiotics: Some clinics offer long-term antibiotic therapy, but this is not supported by scientific evidence and can be harmful.
Herbal Supplements: Various herbal products are marketed for Lyme disease, but their effectiveness and safety are not proven.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: This involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized room, but it is not shown to be effective for Lyme disease.
These treatments can be risky and may lead to side effects or other health issues. It is important to consult healthcare professionals and rely on treatments that are proven to be safe and effective.
(References)
- Lantos PM, Shapiro ED, Auwaerter PG, Baker PJ, Halperin JJ, McSweegan E, & Wormser GP. (2015). Unorthodox alternative therapies marketed to treat Lyme .... Clinical infectious diseases : an official publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, 25852124.
- Auwaerter PG, Bakken JS, Dattwyler RJ, Dumler JS, Halperin JJ, McSweegan E, et al. (2011). Antiscience and ethical concerns associated with advocacy .... The Lancet. Infectious diseases, 21867956.
- Sakizadeh JR, Rothenberger MK, & Alpern JD. (2025). Characteristics of Clinics Offering Nontraditional Lyme .... Open forum infectious diseases, 40103734.
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