Lyme Science Blog

This case involved a 25-year-old woman who experienced progressive numbness and tingling, beginning in her torso and eventually affecting her entire body. Over a four-week period, her neurological symptoms worsened, including a decrease in her reflexes (hyporeflexia), prompting her to seek care at a neurology clinic. Notably, she lacked the hallmark features typically associated with […]

Creating a tick-proof yard is one of the most effective ways to lower the risk of tick bites and Lyme disease. Ticks thrive in shady, moist, overgrown environments—and by making small changes to your landscaping, you can make your yard far less welcoming to them. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help keep ticks away from

When Lyme treatment overlooks Babesia, patients stay sick. Babesia is increasingly recognized as a serious and sometimes overlooked tick-borne infection. While many patients and providers are aware of Lyme disease, they may not consider co-infections like Babesia—especially when symptoms persist after Lyme treatment. Here’s what you need to know. Case Study 1: Missed Co-Infection I

The Symptoms Seemed to Fit Dizzy when standing. A racing heart. Constant fatigue.The diagnosis? POTS—Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. My patient followed all the usual advice: increase salt, drink more fluids, wear compression gear. But the symptoms didn’t go away. They lingered. Some even got worse. Something didn’t add up. When the Diagnosis Isn’t the Final

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

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 structural at all. After 37 years treating Lyme disease, I had a patient whose back pain defied every explanation—until we found an answer where

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

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

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

When treating Lyme disease, a common challenge is not just choosing the right antibiotic—but making sure a patient can tolerate it. In my practice, I’ve found that a common-sense, flexible approach to dosing often makes the difference between failure and success, especially for patients who struggle with side effects or sensitivities. When Standard Doses Don’t