According to Horowitz, the Cowden treatment improved acute and chronic Lyme symptoms in over 70 percent of the patients in whom he prescribed the full protocol. A follow-up study was conducted by researchers from the University of New Haven.

What is the best treatment for chronic Lyme disease?

Doxycycline, amoxicillin, and cefuroxime axetil are the most commonly prescribed medications. Depending on your condition and symptoms, other antibiotics or an intravenous (IV) treatment may be necessary.

Can you treat late stage Lyme disease?

Symptoms of late Lyme disease may include joint pain (arthritis), skin changes, musculoskeletal or neurologic complications. Like the less severe forms of Lyme disease, late Lyme disease can be treated with antibiotics, although medical opinions differ about the appropriate length of an antibiotic treatment course.