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.
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Why I Don’t Start with IV Rocephin for Chronic Lyme
Intravenous (IV) Rocephin, or ceftriaxone, is often viewed as the gold standard for late-stage Lyme disease. And yes, it has
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Mold Treatment and Lyme Disease: My Common-Sense Take
It’s a fair concern. Mold toxicity has received growing attention, and some patients with chronic Lyme disease are told that
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Will a Hyperbaric Chamber Help with Lyme Disease?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is often promoted as a way to relieve symptoms of chronic Lyme disease. Some patients seek
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Why I Treat Babesia Even if the Tests Are Negative
When a Patient Asks Why I Treat Babesia Even if the Tests Are Negative, They Often Say: “But my test
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My doctor wants to give me steroids—will that make Lyme disease worse?
It’s a fair concern. Steroids are widely used to reduce inflammation, but they come with significant risks when used during
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Can you have neurologic Lyme disease even if your spinal tap is normal?
🧠 When a Patient Hears “Spinal Tap,” They Often Ask: “Do I really need one just to check for Lyme
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Can one doxycycline dose really stop Lyme disease?
When a patient walks into my office after a tick bite, they often ask: “Isn’t one dose of doxycycline enough
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Why I Treated Him for Lyme—Even When His Test Was Negative
Patients Deserve an Explanation One of the most common—and most important—questions I hear from patients is: “If my Lyme test
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Does Lyme disease exist in the South?
A Patient’s Story from the South My patient from Florida looked me straight in the eye and said, “But Lyme