Thursday, January 16, 2014

Fatigue and Lyme testing

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My doctor has recommended a test for lyme disease because I am tired all the time. I am 58 and an indoors person. Any suggestion?

Just a few years ago, it was reported that many doctors were over diagnosing and over treating Lyme disease. They would send patients to bogus labs, which always came up with positive lyme results. These doctors were involved in fraudulent practices and many patients were treated unnecessarily with prolonged courses of antibiotics. 

First, from your history, I would never think of Lyme as a cause of Fatigue. I would change the doctor, and see someone who is reliable and more interested in your health and not your finances. Second, go to a reputable hospital lab for your testing. There are many labs in the country which have unethical practices and perform inaccurate tests- some are even owned by physicians.  Good luck

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