March 16, 2025

Lyme disease causes bilateral facial palsy Bilateral facial palsy (paralysis or weakness on both sides of the face) is extremely rare and can be caused by an autoimmune condition, infections, such as Lyme disease, or trauma. Bilateral facial palsy due to Lyme disease has rarely been reported in the literature. A recent article by Cheng […]

Lyme Disease and Mental Health My patient had a long-standing history of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) that had been well-controlled for years. However, after being diagnosed with Lyme disease and completing a standard course of antibiotics, he began experiencing a significant resurgence of obsessive rumination. His mental health declined as he fixated on every symptom, convinced