Morgellons disease is an uncommon, poorly understood manifestation of Lime D2 and Bartonella that is characterized by small fibers and particles emerging from the skin that are often colored (i.e. red, green, blue.) Patients are traditionally diagnosed with delusion parasitosis, however when they find a Lyme literate doctor who does the appropriate lab testing, frequently Borrelia and Bartonella are found in the blood of these patients.
Morgellons disease can be disfiguring because it leaves a large lesion in the skin, and is often very itchy and unsightly.
Signs and symptoms:
- Skin rashes and sores that can cause intense itching
- intense itching
- crawling sensation on or under the skin, often compared to insects moving, stinging or biting fibers, threads coming out of lesions
- fatigue
- fibers, threads or black stringy material in and on the skin
- difficulty concentrating
- poor memory
- depressed mood
The intense itching and open sores associated with Morgellons disease can severely interfere with a person’s quality of life.
It is treated with antiparasitics, antibiotics, herbs, and Nutritionals over time, and eventually, the lesions will heal and the infections will be managed well. It takes time and this can be a very frustrating manifestation of tick-borne illness. We are here for you. You are not alone; Dr. Marra can help you.
If you have additional questions about Morgellons disease, contact our office today to set up a consultation with Dr. Marra.
