The Chronic Lyme Disease Controversy I’ve been treating chronic Lyme disease for 37 years. In that time, I’ve witnessed firsthand the struggles of patients whose symptoms didn’t resolve after the standard course of antibiotics. I’ve also seen how the medical community has been deeply divided on the existence of chronic Lyme disease. Many of my […]
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Back pain is one of the most common complaints in medicine. For most people, it’s caused by something mechanical—disc degeneration, a pinched nerve, or muscle strain. But sometimes, the cause isn’t physical at all. I had a patient whose back pain defied every explanation—until we found an answer where no one had thought to look:
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How a Shower Can Help Taking a shower after being outdoors is a smart habit, especially during tick season. It can help reduce your chances of getting bitten by a tick, but it’s important to know that a shower won’t remove a tick that has already attached to your skin. Once a tick bites, it
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Can You Get Lyme Disease Without a Tick Bite? Yes, it’s possible to have Lyme disease without ever recalling a tick bite. Many patients diagnosed with Lyme disease never saw or felt a tick, yet they still contracted the infection. Understanding how this can happen is crucial for early detection and treatment. Why Might You
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Lyme disease doesn’t discriminate. It has affected everyday individuals and celebrities alike—including several high-profile singers. These artists have shared their personal health battles publicly, helping to raise awareness about the seriousness of Lyme disease and the importance of early detection and proper treatment. Here’s a closer look at five singers who have faced Lyme disease
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During my medical school, graduate school, and residency, Lyme disease wasn’t even on my radar. That’s not surprising, given that I was in training before Lyme disease had really entered the medical lexicon. Back then, the condition was a little-known illness, limited to a few regions and far from being the major public health concern
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Brain Fog and Cognitive Symptoms in Children With Lyme Disease Updated January 2026 Many parents notice something is wrong long before they have a name for it. A child who once learned easily may begin to struggle to concentrate. Homework takes longer. Instructions need to be repeated. Teachers mention inattention or declining performance. At home,
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Can You Feel a Tick on You? The Short Answer: Sometimes — But Often Not If you’ve ever wondered, “Can you feel a tick on you?”, you’re not alone. Many patients assume they would notice a tick crawling or biting. In reality, ticks are exceptionally stealthy. In many cases, you won’t feel them at all—especially
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Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is an autoimmune disorder in which your immune system mistakenly attacks the peripheral nerves surrounding the brain and spinal cord. GBS symptoms typically include weakness and/or tingling sensations in the legs, which can spread to the arms and upper body. This patient also reported having three episodes of loose stools, two episodes
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The man, in his 70’s, presented with dactylitis (severe swelling of the fingers or toes), onycholysis of the nails (nail separates from the skin) and scalp psoriasis, which lead to the diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis. However, he did not respond to treatment with corticosteroids or disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs. “A skin biopsy was performed showing histopathological
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