Military Lyme disease After 37 years treating Lyme disease, I’ve seen few papers address the issues of military Lyme disease for members of the military and their families. This is an area that merits greater exploration and has serious implications for Lyme disease recovery among those who serve. The following selection from my book “An […]

Can Lyme Disease Cause Seizures? Symptoms, Causes, and What to Know Yes. A 55-year-old man presented to the emergency department with tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizures as the first manifestation of neuroborreliosis. His seizures began suddenly, progressed rapidly requiring intubation, and resolved completely after IV ceftriaxone treatment for Lyme disease. This case demonstrates that Lyme disease

Celebrities with Lyme disease Welcome to another selection from my book “An Expert’s Guide on Navigating Lyme disease.” The book highlights the findings of my first 600 Lyme disease Science blogs.  In this episode, I will discuss the struggles and successes for celebrities with Lyme disease. Celebrities shared their struggle. The following celebrities shared their

Numbness and Tingling in Lyme Disease: Full-Body Case Study When Numbness Spreads Everywhere: A Case of Lyme Neuropathy A 25-year-old woman developed numbness and tingling throughout her torso, which later spread to her entire body. She presented to a neurology clinic with complaints that had been ongoing for 4 weeks. She did not recall a

Lyme frustration Welcome to another selection from my book “An Expert’s Guide on Navigating Lyme disease.” The book highlights the findings of my first 600 Lyme disease Science blogs.  In this episode, I will discuss doctor and patient Lyme frustration. A doctor’s perspective when his son was diagnosed with Lyme. A researcher from the University

No evidence of Post-Treatment Lyme Disease in children treated early Some children developed prolonged symptoms of neuroborreliosis (NB), including pain, fatigue or concentration difficulties, which can last more than 6 months after completing treatment, according to the authors. These patients were diagnosed with Post-Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome (PTLDS). Clinicians are divided over the cause of

How Long Does It Take a Tick to Transmit Lyme Disease? Quick Answer: Lyme disease transmission can occur in less than 24 hours in some cases, especially if the tick has previously fed. While risk increases with longer attachment, there is no guaranteed safe time window. People often ask: how long does it take for