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I would like to use herb to treat lyme but should I take by myself or go to the naturopath doctor?
Do the LLMD know how to use herb or they just give medicine?
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Keebler
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- You would still need an ILADS-educated LL ND (naturopathic doctor).
Not all NDs know about lyme and if they are not ILADS-educated they simply are not going to be able to treat you. Now, a LL ND may have a different path but if they have the science about the spirochete, etc. that comes from the ILADS research and training - they will not miss the critical factors that non-LL NDs overlook.
It's also not so easy as just taking a few herbs. And no treatment is a walk in the park. Lyme is one of the most toxic infections known to man. It's no easy task. But, yes, certain specific supplements can make it much easier.
Most LLMDs incorporate supplements, especially liver support and adrenal support. Even Dr. B's guidelines has four pages devoted to supplements. Singleton's book, too, gives much attention to supplements.
* * But, first: Have you been diagnosed? That is the most important part. A good diagnostic work-up by a LLMD for all the tick infections. Then you know what you are dealing with and their suggestions.
There is a big difference in a protocol for just lyme than one that also covers babesia, ehrlichia, bartonella or RMSF (Rocky Mountain spotted fever), etc. Each requires specific attention.
It's also important to know that many of the LL NDs sometimes also use antibiotics along with supplements. Whatever is going to work for you.
You can also ask your local lyme support group for suggestions as to if there are LL NDs in your area or - perhaps a few who might at least offer basic support to back up a LLMD.
ILADS - see the Physician's Training Programs - you want someone who has completed this - or the equivalent. -
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- * This explains WHY you need an ILADS LLMD or ILADS LL ND (naturopathic doctor) to guide your treatment protocol.
CONTROVERSY CONTINUES TO FUEL THE "LYME WAR" - 2007
" . . .To treat Lyme disease for a comparable number of life cycles, treatment would need to last 30 weeks. . . ."
"...If all cases were detected and treated in the early stages of Lyme disease, the debate over the diagnosis and treatment of late-stage disease would not be an issue, and devastating rheumatologic, neurologic, and cardiac complications could be avoided..."
. . . .
- Full article at link above. ==============================
Below this line, all authors address supplements - some more so than others but you will see they all know the basics. You can compare and contrast so you know what to look for in a LL ND. Most should be familiar with all authors here and with the Biochemistry article in the next post. -------------------------------
BIOCHEMISTRY OF LYME DISEASE: BORRELIA BURGDORFERI SPIROCHETE / CYST
by Prof. Robert W. Bradford and Henry W. Allen
EXCERPTS:
. . . A discovery of great importance relating to a toxin produced by the causative agent of Lyme disease, Borrelia burgdorferi, has been linked to a similar toxin produced by the organism Clostridium botulinum (botulism) *. . . .
[extensive explanation of:]
* Lyme Disease Toxin . . .
* Action of Toxin . . .
* Dietary SUPPLEMENTS in Lyme Disease . . .
. . . .
- Full article and great photos at link above.
(There is a caution, though, about one thing mentioned here: bismuth. Not a good idea. But this article has so much value, it is still important to read - just forget the bismuth as it can be very dangerous. This article has one of the best explanations of how lyme works.) ===================
* as he compares the effect of the borrelia toxin with that of Botulism:
Botulism (Latin, botulus, "sausage") also known as "Botulinus Intoxication," is a rare but serious paralytic illness caused by botulin toxin. -
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sparkle7
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It's pretty complicated to treat Lyme & the co-infections. Not all natropathic doctors are good or even if they are good - they may not be able to help you.
If you do want to treat yourself with herbs - Dr. Zhang & Steven Buhner are both very good sources to look into.
There are other good books out there but I haven't read them all. Do as much research as you can.
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