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Jburns001
Junior Member
Member # 44290

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I noticed a bite or redness area 3-4 weeks ago. When it didn't go away and got worse with the bulls eye I went to urgent care and tested positive for Lyme 2 weeks ago. I started antibiotics last week. I would like to find a more comprehensive doctor in my area. Thank you for any help

Posts: 3 | From Schenectady NY Albany area | Registered: Jul 2014 | IP: Logged |

hopingandpraying
Frequent Contributor (5K+ posts)
Member # 9256

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Welcome to Lymenet. PM sent for upstate NY.

You need to be evaluated and treated by a Lyme-literate doctor (LLMD). Non LLMDs have no clue about this horrible disease or its complex treatment!

When calling for an appointment, ask if they have any cancellations or a waiting list. Patients have been able to get in sooner by doing this.

Most LLMDs do not accept insurance due to the politics surrounding this horrible disease. Read poster TF's explanation, "Why Lyme Doctors Don't Take Insurance":

http://flash.lymenet.org/scripts/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/2/15615?#000005

Check the online state Lyme groups at:
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/newyorklyme

Maybe they can help.

Some more resources for you (including Support Groups info):
www.lyme-aware.org/new-york.html
www.empirestatelymediseaseassociation.org

Read the new book written by Dr. H, the top Lyme-literate doctor, entitled, "Why Can't I Get Better?". It is an excellent source of information.

Also "Cure Unknown" by Pamela Weintraub. Check your local library or buy it used on Amazon.

View "Under Our Skin" for free on www.hulu.com

Posts: 8981 | From Illinois | Registered: May 2006 | IP: Logged |

Jburns001
Junior Member
Member # 44290

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I do not understand your response. I would like to find a physician in my area who may be more experienced with Lyme disease but I am not not having much luck locating one. I do not have I primary doctor and have never been to one.
I see there is one doctor who says she specializes in Lyme but she is also a pediatrician though. I tried to call her today but her offices close early on Fridays.
Should the bruise where the bite occurred have faded after 1 week of treatment. Mine has faded slightly and is still sensitive to the touch.

Posts: 3 | From Schenectady NY Albany area | Registered: Jul 2014 | IP: Logged |

Jburns001
Junior Member
Member # 44290

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I'm sorry I did not check my pm. I don't believe that I have any major symptoms rather then being over tired for no reason and or very little energy to do anything :/

Posts: 3 | From Schenectady NY Albany area | Registered: Jul 2014 | IP: Logged |

hopingandpraying
Frequent Contributor (5K+ posts)
Member # 9256

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I don't know what you mean by "not understanding" my response to you. You have a bull's-eye rash which is definitive for Lyme and you also tested positive for Lyme disease.

As I recommended, you need to be evaluated and treated by a Lyme-literate doctor (LLMD). Non LLMDs have no clue about this horrible disease or its complex treatment!

LLMDs are far and few between, unfortunately, due to the politics surrounding this insidious disease. You need to go where they are.

Just because a doctor says "she specializes in Lyme", doesn't make her a LLMD. LLMDs have years of experience in treating Lyme disease as well as getting their patients get well.

The best ways to find a competent LLMD is by personal references or contacting Support Groups in your state. Here are the websites again to do this:

Check the online state Lyme groups at:
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/newyorklyme

Maybe they can help.

Some more resources for you (including Support Groups info):
www.lyme-aware.org/new-york.html
www.empirestatelymediseaseassociation.org

Here is a very informative link which you need to read:

"More Ways to Find a LLMD and Why You Need a LLMD"
http://flash.lymenet.org/scripts/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=2;t=013239;p=0

I don't know about the rash fading after one week. Here is a link about Lyme disease symptoms and rashes:

http://lymedisease.org/lyme101/lyme_disease/lyme_symptoms.html

Time is of the essence and you need to be under the care of a Lyme disease specialist a.s.a.p.!

Posts: 8981 | From Illinois | Registered: May 2006 | IP: Logged |

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