Lyme Science Blog

When Lyme Disease Mimics a Sinus Infection: Why Symptoms Persist Lyme disease sinus symptoms may persist despite treatment because the underlying problem is neurologic or inflammatory rather than a true sinus infection. Some patients experience months or even years of facial pressure, headaches behind the eyes, ear fullness, congestion, and a heavy or foggy sensation […]

Why Lyme Symptoms Come and Go — And Why They Don’t Make Sense Why do Lyme symptoms come and go—and why do they feel so unpredictable? Many patients feel fine one day and then suddenly worsen the next, with no clear explanation. Quick answer: Lyme symptoms fluctuate because infection, immune activity, inflammation, and nervous system

Can Lyme Cause Chemical Sensitivity? Heightened smell sensitivity may occur with Lyme disease Neuroinflammation and autonomic dysfunction may amplify sensory reactions Chemical sensitivity can improve as underlying drivers are addressed Why is my sense of smell so strong? Why am I suddenly sensitive to fragrances, cleaners, smoke, or chemicals? These are questions I hear from

When Are IV Antibiotics Needed for Lyme Disease? Many patients ask when IV antibiotics are needed IV therapy can help in selected situations The right treatment matters more than the route He sat across from me and voiced something countless patients eventually ask: Doctor… when are IV antibiotics needed for Lyme disease? The patient struggled

Can a Tick Bite Make Me Sick Years Later? Many patients ask the same troubling question years after a hiking trip, camping vacation, or unexplained illness: Can a tick bite make me sick years later? For some individuals, the answer may be yes. Not everyone with Lyme disease becomes seriously ill right away. Some people

Worse After a Spinal Tap? CSF Leak or Lyme Disease Progression Lumbar puncture is sometimes performed in patients with suspected neurologic Lyme disease to aid diagnosis. However, the relationship between spinal tap leak and Lyme disease is often overlooked—particularly when symptoms worsen after testing. In some patients, the procedure itself may complicate the clinical picture