LymeNet Flash: Seeking doctor in Southern California

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Posted by catballut (Member # 24846) on :

Hello, I have been sick for years and am getting worse. I have been having problems with almost everything in my body. There are just too many things to list.

This week my doctor suggested to do blood work to test for lyme disease because of all that is wrong with me with no explanation. I grew up in Kentucky and Illinois and moved here to California 6 years ago.

If the blood test that my doctor isn't a proper blood test for actually diagnosing lyme disease then I will need a specialist. I live in Southern California.

Thank You.

Posted by Robin123 (Member # 9197) on :

Hi - It's best to do the IgM and IgG Western blot antibody tests for Lyme through the IGeneX lab(1-800-832-3200). They can send you a testkit for a blood draw early in the week.

Am pm'ing you - Robin

Posted by Siciliano (Member # 15920) on :

Hi, [hi]

Catballut and WELCOME to our lyme site. We're glad you came to us for help.

I have sent you a private message (pm) also.

Also, check out our great "Medical Questions" forum where you can ask all the questions you might have and our wonderful, knowledgeable members will answer them. Just read some of the threads and you'll see just how informative they are!
[Smile]

Posted by sk8ter (Member # 8671) on :

Hi I'm in OC just PMed you.

Posted by jblral (Member # 8836) on :

Recommend you join the CaliforniaLyme on-line support group:

http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/CaliforniaLyme/

There are members in your area who can tell you about doctors.

Also, the California Lyme Disease Association website maintains a list of support groups throughout the state. Check for one in your area:

http://lymedisease.org/california/california_support_groups.html