Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude, family and maybe a little gluttony. It was always my favorite time of the year in high school and college. Now, while I still…
At this time last year, I was 89 lbs and at the beginning stages of recovery from a year of IV and oral antibiotics for the treatment of Lyme disease.…
A recent article in NewScientist describes Borrelia burgdorferi as a bacterium that is the cause of Lyme disease (borreliosis). The trail of infection begins with wild mice that harbor the…
Lyme disease is typically treated with a broad-spectrum antibiotic. Unfortunately, these can have just as many negative effects as they can positive. For instance, they can increase the chance that…
We know to be wary of ticks during the summer; it's when we spend the most time outdoors and the weather is at its best. But did you know that…
Did you know that just one tick bite could transmit to you a number of infections? That's right, according to a Lyme Science blog post from Dr. Daniel Cameron, MD,…
After a case of the rare tick-borne illness, Powassan virus, was reported in Providence, Rhode Island in June, Patch released an article detailing the different diseases ticks can carry, how…
Welcome to Study of the Week from Patient Worthy. In this segment, we select a study we posted about from the previous week that we think is of particular interest…
In the past, researchers have questioned whether an association exists between Lyme disease and psychiatric or mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, or even suicidal ideation. While some recognized a…
It's summertime, and that means tick season is upon us. We've all had to deal with the annoying insects, whether it's pulling them off our pets, spraying bug spray before…
According to a story from eminetra.com, the month of May was Lyme Disease Awareness Month, which is a suitable time for it as May is often one of the peak…
According to a story from the Green Bay Press Gazette, the beginning of summer is rapidly approaching and with warming temperatures comes the emergence of ticks. These little parasites are…
The month of May is being recognized as Lyme Disease Awareness Month, a time to spread awareness about this disease among the medical field and the general public. As spring…
As Prevention reminds us, tick season is officially upon us! That's right, these little pests enjoy warm and humid weather. So even while we're still social-distancing, ticks are getting ready to show…
The warm weather is finally here (for most of us), which means it's almost time for fun, outdoor activities! We're not the only ones who are excited to spend time…
Lyme disease is a vector-borne disease spread through ticks. It is most common in the Northeast, North-Central, and mid-Atlantic portions of the country, but is notably absent in the Southeast.…
Steven Elvidge has been left confused, frustrated, and debilitated for the past three years due to a mystery illness. Various symptoms have left him unable to live independently, forcing him…
Lyme disease, and other tick-borne illnesses, can cause intense and prolonged symptoms. In fact, some patients experience chronic symptoms for a number of years following the initial bite. However,…
COVID-19 has caused long-term, ongoing symptoms for some patients. Up until recently, these individuals had been called "covid long haulers." Anthony Fauci, during a White House briefing, has recently changed…
I used to love a margarita on the rocks with a twist. At some point in my late 20s, I went from the carefree life of a young healthy person…
What if this Christmas season, God would appear to me and say, “Ask what I shall give thee,” as He did in a dream to King Solomon many years ago.…
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Since March, most of the globe has been anxiously awaiting updates on COVID-19, the virus that has infected over 74 million people. One update was just released: the CDC has…
I love the holidays. The lights, decorations, family time... even the smells are better! People generally seem to be jollier, even though there are a few obvious stresses that come…
Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude, family and maybe a little gluttony. It was always my favorite time of the year in high school and college. Now, while I still…
A rare disease patient's medical odyssey often begins with a search. Rhisa Perera wrote a narrative in lymedisease.org about her long journey navigating the medical world to find answers and…
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