A Lyme disease diagnosis can feel overwhelming. No matter how long you’ve been sick, you're not alone on this journey. With knowledge and support, you can tackle this. So, in this blog post I’m sharing some crucial steps to take following a Lyme disease diagnosis.
Read MoreJustin Bieber's diagnosis of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome inspired me to share my experiences with the viral co-infections, and syndrome diagnoses that often come along with late-stage Lyme disease.
Whether you’re a fan or not I bet you’ve heard, that Justin Bieber has canceled his upcoming tour due to facial paralysis. The pop star recently released a live video sharing his symptoms and his latest diagnosis of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome associated with an active varicella-zoster (VZV) infection. VZV causes shingles and chickenpox but in rare cases causes more severe illness, especially in those with a compromised immune system.
Read MoreBecoming your own health advocate is a survival skill for Lyme disease patients.
I was raised with the ol' rub some dirt on it, and walk it off mentality, so as I was getting sick with Lyme disease I pushed myself through all the early signs thinking they were no big deal... and I didn't press my doctors for adequate care because I trusted they knew what to do.
This is a common story in the Lyme and chronic illness community. So, in this week's vlog, I share a few tips and tools I use to take control of my doctor's appointments and ensure I get the best care possible. Check it out, and let me know what you think!
Read MoreThis week I wanted to talk a little bit about doxycycline, is it enough, and how effective is it for Lyme disease treatment.
Lyme disease treatment is a highly debated issue amongst the experts, So in this video, I dive into some of the research and studies that have been done around the standard treatment protocol for Lyme disease.
Read More5 Things I wish you knew about Lyme disease. Common Lyme disease signs and symptoms overlooked by most doctors. In this video, I share the common Lyme disease signs and symptoms that are easily overlooked and things that everyone should be aware of about this quickly spreading disease.
Read MoreApproximately 400,000 new cases are expected in the United States this year… and 1 in 5 Lyme cases develops chronic illness.
As tick populations and new Lyme disease cases increase, recognizing and becoming aware of Lyme disease is important for your health!
In this video, I share why Lyme disease is more common than you realize, along with the information I think everyone should know!
Read MoreWhy is Lyme disease treatment controversial? Well, there is a lot to be said about the controversies that surround Lyme disease. To be honest, it fills multiple books!
So, in this blog post, I’m only going to cover the bits that I believe are crucial for Lyme patient’s healing journey. There are many resources online for you to dive into the rabbit hole of controversies that surround Lyme disease, but I recommend staying focused while you’re trying to heal.
Read MoreWith everyone rushing outside during tick season for their social distancing, I thought it’d be a good idea to share my tips on protecting yourself from Lyme disease.
Lyme disease is known as the great imitator. It’s not always easy to recognize the early symptoms of Lyme disease. While there are some specific symptoms that can present, they aren’t always obvious. In this blog post, I share what to look out for, and ways to keep you and your family safe from the fastest growing vector-borne disease in the world.
