Lyme Disease: Symptoms, Stages, and Why So Many Are Struggling

Lyme Disease

Lyme Disease

I see so many people dealing with Lyme lately. It has been brought to my attention that Lyme may not only be transmitted through ticks, but potentially through a variety of insects (mosquitoes, bees, and even ants).

It starts to make sense why so many people are struggling.

The Two Stages of Lyme Disease

There are two stages of Lyme disease.

Stage 1: Acute Lyme Disease

This stage occurs in the first few weeks following a bite from an infected tick.

In this early stage, symptoms may include:

👉 Flu-like symptoms 👉 Fatigue 👉 Generalized soreness 👉 Headaches 👉 Bull’s-eye rash

Symptoms can progressively worsen over time if not addressed.

Stage 2: Chronic Lyme Disease

As the condition progresses, it can become chronic.

Chronic Lyme disease symptoms may include, but are not limited to:

👉 Arthritis-like pain that spreads throughout the joints (commonly knees and elbows)👉 Migraines 👉 Stiff neck 👉 Body aches 👉 Bell’s palsy (partial paralysis of the face) 👉 Fever and chills 👉 Persistent fatigue 👉 Irregular heartbeat 👉 Dizziness 👉 Shortness of breath 👉 Electrical sensations 👉 Memory loss 👉 Difficulty concentrating and various mental disturbances

There Is Still Hope

Let’s not get discouraged — help is available for Lyme and other tick-borne infections, and there is reason for hope.

People dealing with Lyme can get better.

Inflammation & Supporting the Body

One of the major symptoms associated with Lyme disease is inflammation.

Supporting the body by reducing inflammation may help create an environment where the body can rest and better respond.