DEVELOPING A TREATMENT FOR DEBILITATING SYMPTOM COMPLEXES ATTRIBUTED TO TICKS

Abstract

DSCATT (Debilitating Symptom Complexes attributed to Ticks) are medically unexplained. With similar conditions, effective therapies have been developed even though the causes are unclear. This project would extend that approach to DSCATT. We would first develop a case definition, then adapt the treatment approach for unexplained syndromes to the specifics of DSCATT. We would then pilot a randomised controlled trial to confirm the effectiveness of the new therapy.

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Characterising DSCATT: A case series of Australian patients with debilitating symptom complexes attributed to ticks

Jesse Schnall, Georgina Oliver, Sabine Braat, Richard Macdonell, Katherine B Gibney, Richard A Kanaan

2021-09-01

OBJECTIVES(S): To characterise the clinical profile, aetiology and treatment responsiveness of 'Australian Lyme', or Debilitating ..