John’s Story

“I was diagnosed with Lyme disease roughly 3 years ago, after a seizure my sophomore year of undergrad. After my seizure, my main symptoms were neurological. I had awful insomnia, brain fog and anxiety. I was immediately prescribed minocycline and a variety of antidepressants to help me sleep.

My life did a complete 180. I began seeking out different alternative medical practitioners and was consuming all the information on Lyme disease, biology, physiology, biohacking, and holistic health that I could find. I felt awful, and I was determined to not feel that way anymore. However, I was terrified it was a lost cause.

At the instruction of my LLMD, I took a low dosage of several different antibiotics for over a year. This destroyed my gut. After this, I sought out other alternative therapies for roughly two years with little success. I eventually was introduced to a doctor who used peroxide IV’s and UV blood irradiation to eliminate my Lyme disease.

At this point, my remaining symptoms were a result of living in a moldy college apartment. I was able to get out of my lease and find a mold free place to live. This, along with several dietary and lifestyle modifications I have implemented, have fostered a level of personal health where I consider myself to be completely recovered from my Lyme disease.

Now, I fall asleep without any medication. I am the happiest and healthiest I’ve been in my whole life. Lyme disease was the hardest thing I have ever had to deal with. However, there is no doubt, that getting Lyme disease, was the greatest thing that ever happened to me. You will get through this, and you will be better for it.”

Stories reflect the experiences and perspectives of the individuals featured and are not intended as medical advice.

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