May 1, 2026

Can Lyme Disease Be Missed? Why Diagnosis Is Often Delayed Can Lyme disease be missed? Yes—especially when symptoms are subtle, fluctuate, or do not match expected patterns. Key Question: Why is Lyme disease sometimes overlooked—even when symptoms persist? A former marathon runner came to my office unable to climb stairs without resting. She had seen […]

Lyme disease does not discriminate. When public figures share their experiences, their stories often reveal patterns clinicians and patients recognize all too well—diagnostic delay, invisible symptoms, fluctuating illness, and the struggle to be believed. Several well-known individuals, including Kelly Osbourne, Bella Hadid, and Yolanda Hadid, have spoken openly about living with Lyme disease. Their experiences