A decade after being diagnosed with Lyme disease, Dr. Spector’s heart was so severely damaged that he needed an emergency heart transplant. He received a new heart in July of 2009 after being advised that he only had 72 hours to live. Dr. Spector’s experience with Lyme disease, coupled with his training at Parkland Hospital, […]
Lynne Bemis, PhD, has contributed to research on the molecular evidence for placental transmission of Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacterium responsible for Lyme disease. Key Findings Research Focus: The studies led by Dr. Bemis investigate the potential vertical transmission of Borrelia burgdorferi from mother to fetus, particularly through placental tissues. Methodology: Advanced diagnostic techniques, including PCR and immunofluorescence, were
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Research Chronic Bacterial Pathogenesis Dr. Ehrlich and his lab are interested in how chronic bacterial pathogens persist in the face of antimicrobial therapy and the innate and adaptive host responses. To understand this complex phenomenon, Dr. Ehrlich promulgated the rubric of “bacterial plurality,” which embodies the concept that chronic pathogens display enormous heterogeneity at many
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1. Nationwide Danish Cohort Study (2021) The strongest population-based evidence comes from a nationwide Danish study involving nearly 7 million people. Researchers found that individuals diagnosed with hospital-treated Lyme borreliosis had: 28% higher rate of any mental disorder (IRR 1.28) 42% higher rate of affective disorders (including depression) (IRR 1.42) About twice the rate of suicide attempts (IRR 2.01)
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On Finding Causes And Treatments For Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) Years ago I was writing a book, “Are You Tired of Being Tired?” When I reached about 200 causes, I stopped writing that book. What Causes Fatigue? Common And Rare Causes Explained Fatigue occurs when normal physiological processes are disrupted — by infections, inflammation, metabolic
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A Top Expert Research Physician On Chronic Fatigue (CFS) When To Seek Medical Help ⚠ Sudden, severe fatigue that peaks within seconds to minutes ⚠ Fatigue accompanied by chest pain, shortness of breath, or neurological changes ⚠ Onset after trauma, head injury, or toxic exposure ⚠ Progressive worsening over days or weeks without a clear
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[I would add I feel that Babesia and Bartonella infections add to risk, but LL MDs typically lag behind regarding these serious infections. Time is limited in a busy company.] The Research Of A Top World Psychiatrist, Robert Bransfield Contributors To Violence Suicidality Sudden abrupt mood swings Explosive anger Paranoia Anhedonia Hypervigilance Exaggerated startle Disinhibition
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A Few Words From The Author Of Seven Babesia Books Babesia is a microscopic, tick-borne parasite that primarily infects red blood cells. While classically known for physical symptoms like fever, night sweats, fatigue, and hemolytic anemia, Babesia can also trigger pronounced psychiatric, behavioral, and neurological symptoms, especially when present alongside co-infections like Bartonella or Lyme
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This is a mere drop in a 28-page bucket of studies. Bransfield RC. Aggressiveness, violence, homicidality, homicide, and Lyme disease. Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment. 2018;14:693–713. doi:10.2147/NDT.S155143. Fallon BA, Madsen T, Erlangsen A, Benros ME. Lyme borreliosis and associations with mental disorders and suicidal behavior: a nationwide Danish cohort study. American Journal of Psychiatry. 2021;178(10):921–931. doi:10.1176/appi.ajp.2021.20091347.
All impairments were increased postinfection Total patient group (n=100) pre vs. postinfection Findings Preinfection, % (95% CI) Postinfection, % (95% CI) Psychiatric symptoms Sudden abrupt mood swings 2 (0–6) 80 (69–91) Exaggerated startle 1 (0–4) 75 (63–87) Suicidal 1 (0–4) 72 (60–84) Explosive anger 2 (0–6) 72 (59–84) Anhedonia 1 (0–4) 71 (58–84) Nightmares 1
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