I was diagnosed yesterday with Lyme, and I hesitated telling my husband. While he's a good guy and has put up with me for many years, he quit really listening to me a few years ago. I don't blame him, I've been depressed, mood swings, no libido, no energy, blah blah blah for most of our marriage. When I talk to him about
my symptoms, I feel like a complainer, and I really feel like he thinks it's in my head, or an excuse for being "lazy". My mom has depression/moodswings, and some psychiatric concerns. I had chaulked my issues up to these things, but have been fighting with all my might for diagnosis, and help of any kind. I knew something was wrong and wanted help!
Rather than telling him, I emailed him. His responses were very questioning of the tests, and asking if a 2nd type of test would be done. I didn't tell him that the actual WB was negative. My Dr. feels confident I have Lyme due to several positive strands plus my symptoms.
I don't want to have to fight for justification, but I would like for him to believe me that these symptoms are real. Any suggestions on literature that I could share with him, or anything????? Please share your ideas or personal stories!