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Lyme Science Blog

Dr. Daniel Cameron, MD, MPH, is a nationally recognized leader for his expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. His weekly Lyme Disease Science blog features articles covering the latest research, insights and case reviews.

long-term complications of Lyme disease

Powassan Virus: What You Need to Know

Powassan Virus: Symptoms, Encephalitis, and Neurologic Complications Powassan virus is a rare but serious tick-borne infection. It may cause meningitis,
Lyme Disease Loneliness

Lyme Disease Co-infections: What You Need to Know

Lyme Disease Co-infections: What You Need to Know Lyme disease co-infections occur when a single tick bite transmits multiple pathogens.
Why Medicine Must Refuse to Abandon Lyme Patients

When Lyme Guidelines Fail Patients

When Lyme Guidelines Fail Patients This discussion highlights ethical failures that occur when patients are dismissed in the face of
LYME TREATMENT DIDN’T WORK—NOW WHAT

Lyme Disease Treatment Options Explained

Lyme Disease Treatment Options: What Works and Why It Varies Quick Answer: Lyme disease treatment typically starts with oral antibiotics
Has Anyone Survived Lyme Disease?

Can You Survive Lyme Disease? Yes, Recovery Is Possible

Can You Survive Lyme Disease? Yes, Recovery Is Possible Note: Patient details have been modified to protect privacy. This case
When a Teen’s Symptoms Don’t Match Lyme Disease

Teenage Lyme Disease: When Symptoms Don’t Match

Teenage Lyme Disease: When Symptoms Don’t Match Teenage Lyme disease may present with anxiety, fatigue, and brain fog Neuropsychiatric and
YOU ATE DINNER — AND GOT SICK HOURS LATER

What Is Alpha-gal Syndrome? The Tick Bite That Causes Red Meat Allergy

What Is Alpha-gal Syndrome? The Tick Bite That Causes Red Meat Allergy Alpha-gal red meat allergy is a tick-borne food
iMMUNE DYSREGULATION IN LYME DISEASE

Immune Dysregulation in Lyme Disease: Why Symptoms Persist

Immune Dysregulation in Lyme Disease: Why Symptoms Persist Immune dysregulation in Lyme disease may help explain why symptoms such as
WHY IS MY DIGESTION SLOW—IF TESTS ARE NORMAL

Gastrointestinal Dysregulation in Lyme Disease

Lyme Disease Gut Problems: Gastrointestinal Dysregulation and Motility Issues Many patients with Lyme disease develop gastrointestinal symptoms that persist despite