Lyme Disease

A Herxheimer reaction, also known as a “die-off” reaction, occurs when the body experiences a sudden increase in endotoxins released by dying bacteria or other microorganisms. This can cause an intense inflammatory response, leading to a temporary worsening of symptoms. Understanding the Herxheimer reaction and how to manage it can […]

Interstitial Cystitis and Lyme Disease: What’s the Connection? Interstitial cystitis (IC), also known as painful bladder syndrome, is a chronic condition that causes individuals to experience constant bladder pain, urinary frequency, and urgency. The symptoms of IC can be severely debilitating and often mirror those of a urinary tract infection,

Identifying Ticks and Understanding the Risks As an outdoor enthusiast or someone who enjoys gardening and spending time in nature, you may have encountered ticks in your environment. Ticks are a nuisance and can transmit serious diseases, such as Lyme disease. In the United States, two common ticks that people

Can Parasites Cause Lyme Disease? Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that is commonly transmitted through tick bites. This illness is notorious for causing various symptoms affecting various body parts, including the joints, skin, heart, and nervous system. However, recent research has shown that parasites may also play a role

This study from the University of North Carolina reveals the extremely high prevalence of Lyme disease and various co-infections like Babesia and Ehrlichia in our canine friends. The different prevalence of tick-borne canine infections in the South versus the Northeast is interesting. Southern ticks supposedly carry more Bartonella, while ticks

Nikki Kent recently started treatment for Lyme Disease at the Sponaugle Wellness Institute in Oldsmar, FL. She recently did an interview for CTV News Toronto on being left with the brain of a 70-year old after suffering from Lyme disease for more than seven years without treatment because she says tests failed to

‘When your two-year-old says, “I miss mommy,” you can only explain so much to them’ By: Eleanor Coopsammy · CBC News · Posted: Sep 12, 2019 5:00 AM CT | Last Updated: September 12 Lindsay Boychuk lived for the outdoors and her family, enjoying life on their two-acre property outside

It’s typical for lawmakers to offer amendments to the sweeping National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the defense spending bill that is reauthorized every term, and this year has been no different. One of the more significant amendments is one offered by New Jersey Republican Rep. Chris Smith to order the

Lyme disease is an infection caused by four species of the spirochete bacterium Borrelia: Borrelia burgdorferi and Borrelia mayonii are the leading causes in the United States. In contrast, Borrelia afzelii and Borrelia garinii are more prevalent in Asia and Europe. The bacterium is transmitted by a bite of an

There are roughly 329,000 new cases of Lyme disease every year, making it the fifth most reported disease in the United States. Lyme disease symptoms can be challenging to recognize because they mimic other illnesses. Some of them are similar to the regular flu, so you might not even realize you

Could your child be suffering from a life-altering disease? It looks like any other disease contracted during childhood but causes significant problems when left untreated. This silent culprit is known as Lyme disease, and it’s easy to pick up in almost any setting outside. What are the best ways to

5 Lyme Disease Symptoms Do you know how to recognize Lyme disease symptoms? If you don’t know what to look for, it’s easy to miss these Lyme disease symptoms. However, this disease can cause major issues if you don’t catch it early. It’s important to learn the Lyme disease symptoms