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Posted 4/18/2015 10:47 PM (GMT 0)
What kinds of things Should all Lyme docs do and address to get us wEll? I'm seriously considering something may be being overlooked in me. Maybe it's just because I'm a hot mess today.

What are the most important things to do to beat this thing?
Posted 4/18/2015 11:36 PM (GMT 0)
The best doctors...

1. Pay more attention to you and less to your blood work.
2. Will focus on protecting your organs, bring down inflammation, heal the bug damage, and then start killing bugs.
3. Will consider a multiple point approach by treating with conventional and natural protocols.
4. Will track your progress to see what works for you and what doesn't.
5. Will have the courage to admit when they are over their head.
6. Will not be stubborn and ignore your symptoms

Does such a doctor exist? Yes, they are a minority in the medical community but they are out there.
Posted 4/19/2015 4:59 AM (GMT 0)
Make sure their up to date with all the latest breakthroughs and treatments for Lyme and ones who are thorough and stress detoxing. Not afraid to be aggressive with treatment if you can handle it...

Basically anyone that follow Dr. H. approach. Most good Lyme doctors practice integrative medicine.
Posted 4/19/2015 5:17 AM (GMT 0)
And just because they're ILADS affiliated doesnt man they're true experts but they usually do have extensive knowledge. It's a good resource for sure.

The best "established" treatments for these infections change often and it's crucial to utilize the latest and greatest knowledge and see what results you achieve.
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IMO, if you're a doctor who treats Lyme only, you probably have better outcomes than a doctor who is Lyme literate but spends time seeing other patients for various illnesses.
Posted 4/20/2015 1:35 AM (GMT 0)
healing98!!! I tried to email you with no luck - wanted your opinion on one of my threads - if you get this please check it out, its about muscle atrophy, thanks! and is your email address updated?

IHL - what healing98 wrote is perfect. I would add that if you have no improvements or worsen over a 4-6 week period, the Dr will switch up your protocol - and not leave you on the same stuff for months.
Posted 4/20/2015 1:37 AM (GMT 0)
oops - so sorry all, I see you did reply healing98! my email does not notify me on all thread responses for some reason. that happens a lot - so annoying! thanks for the reply - and sorry for "hacking" your thread IHL =)
Posted 4/20/2015 2:03 AM (GMT 0)
I think a good LLMD really listens to you and addresses your worst symptoms / concerns. They know when to push and when to back off. They know to change things up when treatment is not working. They place a heavy emphasis on detox. They take a whole body approach. My doc uses herbals and antibiotics, which I think is important. They know when to refer you to an outside specialist.

For me, I need an office where people are friendly and supportive. I get that from everyone in my doc's office. The support I get from them is unusual. I'm very grateful for it. They care about me getting better.

In my opinion, a good LLMD offers you knowledge and support. They work WITH you to get you better.
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