What triggers Morgellons disease?
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What triggers Morgellons disease?
The exact cause of Morgellons disease remains unclear. Some researchers and healthcare professionals classify it as a delusional mental illness, stating that the fibers present under the skin come from fabrics and textiles.
Can you have Morgellons without Lyme disease?
“As many as 98\% of Morgellons patients have evidence of Lyme disease and/or an associated tick-borne infection,” says Dr. Stricker. In fact, Morgellons sufferers commonly experience joint pain, fatigue, and neuropathy, all known symptoms of Lyme disease.
What are the stages of Morgellons disease?
Clinical classes I-IV of MD are further categorized as mild, moderate and severe, or stages A, B and C, respectively, based on histopathological findings. Stage A lesions demonstrated little or no immune infiltrates and little or no disorganization of cells; macrophages were not present, and hemorrhage was negligible.
What antibiotics treat Morgellons?
Summary of Morgellons disease patient data.
| Patient | Age/Sex | Antibiotic therapy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72F | Currently taking doxycycline |
| 2 | 49F | Previous doxycycline therapy |
| 3 | 54F | None |
| 4 | 73F | None |
What are the filaments in Morgellons?
We present histological observations and electron microscopic imaging from representative Morgellons disease samples revealing that dermal filaments in these cases are keratin and collagen in composition and result from proliferation and activation of keratinocytes and fibroblasts in the epidermis.
How do you deal with Morgellons?
Coping with Morgellons disease
- Establish a relationship with a caring health care team. Find a doctor who acknowledges your concerns, does a thorough examination, talks through treatment options with you and works with a multidisciplinary team.
- Be patient.
- Keep an open mind.
- Seek treatment for other conditions.