I live in SC and am looking for a DR that can test for LYME and not laugh at me when I suggest it. I have an appointment with a LLMD in Dec, but really need to get some relief as soon as possible as I am not able to conduct my daily duties.
Posted by hopingandpraying (Member # 9256) on :
Welcome to Lymenet! PM sent for NC & FL.
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!
A LLMD is one who has treated Lyme disease and the co-infections which come with it for many years and has gotten patients well. A good one will follow Dr. B's Guidelines, the "gold standard" for Lyme treatment.
Unfortunately, LLMDs are far and few between. You need to go where they are. None in SC.
Also, 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":
The top LLMD, Dr. H, has written a new book entitled, "Why Can't I Get Better?". It is an excellent source of information.
Also read "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 Posted by pugs (Member # 20954) on :
Could one of you pls forward me the same info? Osmombrandy, where in SC do you live? Feel free to PM me.
Posted by hopingandpraying (Member # 9256) on :
pugs - you should write a new post instead of adding on to an existing one. That way more people will see it and respond, because most don't re-read old posts.
PM sent for FL & NC. None in SC.
Posted by pugs (Member # 20954) on :
Hi hopingandpraying.. ty,I didn't receive any PM from you.
Posted by hopingandpraying (Member # 9256) on :
pugs - just sent it.
When you call for an appointment, ask if there are any cancellations or a waiting list. Patients have been able to get in sooner by doing this.