susank
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Don't know the particulars, but it appears that doctors come under scrutiny for treating Lyme - what - for more than 30 days? Is it the same for Bart? I mean Lyme and Bart are not the same thing. Bart/cat scratch fever/BLO being somewhat more "acceptable" as a chronic illness and not necessarily tick borne. Or is Bart considered self limiting? Just wondering if doctors can and are more willing to treat for Bart when they otherwise shy away from the "legalities" of treating Lyme.
-------------------- Pos.Bb culture 2012 Labcorp - no bands ever Igenex - Neg. 4 times With overall bands: IGM 18,28,41,66 IND: 23-25,34,39 IGG 41,58 IND: 39 Bart H IGG 40 Posts: 1613 | From Texas | Registered: Aug 2009
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BoxerMom
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The IDSA guidelines are more relaxed around the co-infections, even recommending open-ended treatment until the patient is symptom-free.
My LLND is thrilled when her patients test positive for any co-infection, parasite, or opportunistic infection. It means she can treat them with less concern for legal consequences around Lyme treatment.
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