Unproven Lyme disease tests and treatments are multiplying

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Lyme disease, transmitted through the bite of certain ticks, can lead to serious complications if not treated properly. However, experts warn that unapproved tests and alternative treatments pose an equal or greater risk to patients. According to Dr. Robert Smith, a specialist at the MaineHealth Research Institute, many sufferers turn to herbal remedies, lasers, or electromagnets without scientific support. "It's a buyer beware area," he noted. …