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Posted 7/11/2017 11:15 PM (GMT 0)
I have been ill for many years and am getting worse. No help from doctors and all tests normal. After reading lists of lyme symptoms and checking existence of most, decided there’s a good chance I have late lyme/coinfections. Have begun Buhner’s core supplements and since I am reacting (herxing) that seems to be confirmation of my self-diagnosis.

But I need help. I don’t feel I can do this by myself. I don’t want lots of tests or lots of abx. Am seeking practitioner using herbs, homeopathy, other alternatives. I live in the Philadelphia area and can travel up to about 3-4 hours for consult/treatment. Any recommendations?

Also, does anyone have any info to share re Dr M in NY?
Posted 7/12/2017 12:10 AM (GMT 0)
Have you considered an herbalist? There is a list of them familiar with Buhner's protocol. They are less expensive than LLMD's usually. Many do phone consults: http://buhnerhealinglyme.com/resources/herbalists/
Posted 7/12/2017 12:32 AM (GMT 0)
Hi delisa and welcome to our forum.
I am sorry that you have Lyme but it is good you have found us here.

There are many knowledgeable. experienced and compassionate members here.

We recommend that all new members read our"New to LYme" start here thread. Its at the top of the page.

There is very good and useful information on testing, detoxing, Lyme and the co infections etc.

If you are not already detoxing it would be helpful to start.

I have been doing Buhners protocols and have found them to be very helpful.

Others should be along soon that can offer suggestions,.

If you want to find an LLMD you would need to enable your email so others can send you that information.

You can also re post asking"need llmd in your area"

Take care and I wish you the best of healing, Jo
Posted 7/12/2017 3:33 AM (GMT 0)
These are from Buhner's website:

NEW YORK

Kate Gilday
Woodland Essence
Cold Brook, NY
website: woodlandessence.com
tel: (315) 845-1515

New York Holistics
124 East 40th Street
Suite 902
New York, NY 10016
website: newyorkholistics.com
tel: (315) 941-3158

Northeast Herbal Association (NEHA)
website: northeastherbal.org
(ask for someone familiar with Stephen Buhner’s Healing Lyme protocol)

What I did was call a couple of herbalists in my area and ask them who was familiar with treating lyme. I found 2 new herbalists that were not yet even advertising. They saved their expenses by using word of mouth.

So maybe google herb shops in your area and see who you will find.

By the way, I actually bought Buhner's book, Healing Lyme, Second Edition, and went to chapter 8 (because I could not read with brain fog) and I did it on my own. I am an old woman, so if I can do it, you can too.
Posted 7/12/2017 3:36 AM (GMT 0)
Oh gosh, I did not adequately welcome you. How rude of me.

Welcome to our forum. And, I am also suppose to ask you if you have read the first thread, New to Lyme?

Where are my manners and protocol???

Sometimes we are just people that are up at night or early morning.... LOL!!

Sorry you had to find us. Lyme sucks by the way.
Posted 7/17/2017 5:37 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you all for the responses.

I have purchased Buhner’s two books on lyme and coinfections and have slowly begun the core protocol plus some other herbs for serious symptoms over the last 6 weeks. PeteZa: I too have initially skipped to the sections for laypersons, but gradually have managed to read and understand other (small) portions of the books. Remarkable, brilliant man. (By the way, did read New to Lyme as well and I do feel welcomed!)

Because of the complexity of my symptoms (perhaps this is the case for most late stage/chronic lyme?), I was hoping to find some help in sorting through them and determining how to manage this all.

I like the idea of checking with local health stores and will also check with NE herbal society as well.
Posted 7/17/2017 6:18 PM (GMT 0)
delisa, the only thing about the Buhner herbs is that no one tells you to start low and go slow.

So when Buhner give the suggested dosage of an herb, it is recommended that you don't jump right into that dose.

Start with one drop, one time a day and see how you do. Maybe on the next day do 1 drop, 3 times a day. Slowly moving up in dosage day by day. If you get an increase in symptoms, back off to the last non-symptom causing dose and stay there for a bit to get back on track.

Now herbs are a huge part, but diet, less stress, good sleeps and lots of detoxing all are part of the treatment. You can't get well without this combo.

Cut out the sugar.
Deep breathing techinques
Many types of detoxing -- slowly adding in one by one on a gentle basis - www.tiredoflyme.com/detox-methods
Sleep - there are also herbs you can take to help with this if you have trouble
Make sure your digestive system is working and regular.
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