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Topic: Seeking Dr. in SoCal

Shidove
Member
Member # 24289

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I have been lurking on this forum since I was diagnosed with Lyme back in October. My tests came back indicating that I had acute Lyme.

My Dr. has put me on all kinds of antibiotics and such, but as of three weeks ago she declared that I would have to wait and see if the treatments worked. I have been out of work since August, and the fatigue is still very strong.

I was diagnosed with Chronic Epstein Barr since I was 12. My Dr. seems to think that it is simply post Lyme and CEBV. I would like to find an LLMD. I want to cover all of my bases.

I know that it is rare to contract Lyme in CA, and I am willing to travel. I was hoping that someone would have some insight into where I can find a good LLMD.

I appreciate any help. Thank you. [Smile]

Posts: 13 | From Los Angeles, CA | Registered: Feb 2010 | IP: Logged |

Siciliano
Frequent Contributor (1K+ posts)
Member # 15920

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Hi,

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

I have sent you a private message, click on the flashing envelope.

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]

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I'm sorry but I am no longer accepting any private messages due to my own battle with lyme.

Posts: 3897 | From New Hampshire | Registered: Jun 2008 | IP: Logged |

Robin123
Moderator
Member # 9197

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Hi - actually, it is not rare to contract Lyme in California - it is spreading all over the state, unfortunately. Tick infection rate varies by area.

Our California site, at www.lymedisease.org features a couple blogs. One is called Touched By Lyme and there's one entry there about Californians being polled as to where they contracted Lyme in California.

All of us need tick repellent if we are going to be in contact with vegetation and wood. indoor-outdoor pets need protection too.

Am pm'ing you.

Posts: 13171 | From San Francisco | Registered: May 2006 | IP: Logged |

Shidove
Member
Member # 24289

posted

Thank you for all of your support and information!

Posts: 13 | From Los Angeles, CA | Registered: Feb 2010 | IP: Logged |

jblral
LymeNet Contributor
Member # 8836

posted

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

Posts: 991 | From California | Registered: Feb 2006 | IP: Logged |

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