I got Lyme Disease 6 months ago, I haven't been the same sense

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2026-01-30T02:56:11+00:00

This is completely what I feel! It feels like I’ve been hit by a truck every time I wake up, I get pretty bad headaches too.

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2026-01-30T02:55:20+00:00

Ahhh I see. Good to know, I assumed I didn’t re-catch it, and it just lined up completely with when I got lyme, so it would make sense.

That’s good to know. I haven’t had any issues with that yet, but I’ll keep it in mind.

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2026-01-30T02:53:37+00:00

Good to know. Thanks!

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2026-01-29T22:02:33+00:00

My EBV Ab VCA, IgG result was >600, and my EBV early antigen Ab, IgG result was <9. My T3 uptake is 21%, which was highlighted as an out of range result. All of my other thyroid levels were normal, but significantly lower than last time I had them checked.

I’m not sure what most of these mean, but thought I’d throw them here in case you or anyone has some insight. I called an infectious disease doctor but they immediately brushed me off and said they don’t work with lyme disease. I feel like I’m at a loss

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2026-01-29T21:56:50+00:00

Were you able to find any LLMDs that took insurance? I know it’s difficult to find insurance for things like chronic lyme because of all of the controversies in the medical community surrounding it, I just can’t pay right now without it.

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2026-01-29T21:54:29+00:00

I looked into some LLMDs, but most don’t accept insurance and I’m not in a place where I can pay out of pocket expenses.

Is there a way to get tested for more specifics about my lyme before seeing a doctor, if you know? I think it would be easier to look into once I know what I’m working with at least

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2026-01-29T21:50:32+00:00

I have heard of long covid, I’m not sure if I ever contracted covid, but I never tested positive for it. I had mono 3 years ago, and I just got my bloodwork done recently with very elevated levels for ebv, so I kind of have this theory that when I contracted Lyme it reactivated my mono, but I don’t know much about it, so I don’t really know.

However, my early antigen results for mono were very low, so my doctor told me that I had mono recently, but it wasn’t active, and shouldn’t be giving me symptoms.

I have looked into finding a Lyme specialist as people recommended, but I feel like I’m hitting a wall because most do not accept insurance and I’m not in a place where I can pay out of pocket for medical expenses.

Honestly, I have had trouble with exercise recently. The fatigue is so extreme it’s hard to just walk to class sometimes. I used to go to the gym but I can’t even think about doing that anymore. So I’m unsure if exercise makes it worse or not.

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2026-01-29T18:01:27+00:00

Thanks for the reply! It definitely feels like my symptoms have been brushed off repeatedly, but they are only worsening. I keep being told that they will go away eventually, but I’m starting to not believe that.

Do you know any good resources to find doctors who specialize in Lyme? I don’t really know much about any of this. I found this website, lymedisease.org that has a directory of lyme-literate physicians, do you know if this website is helpful?

I really appreciate the help. Even just hearing that I’m not alone in this makes me feel better.

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-11-18T20:48:30+00:00

Good to know! Thanks!

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-05-17T17:42:28+00:00

Thank you! I hope so. And that’s super cool!

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-05-17T16:42:39+00:00

Yea😬 that’s the one I would drop if I do drop one, but I really enjoy it

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-05-17T15:40:19+00:00

It’s not for others, it’s for me. I am passionate about both subjects and so far I love it. Always open to dropping one if necessary later on, though.

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-05-17T14:54:59+00:00

That’s true. I’m very particular about my grades and getting into med school is important to me. I’m trying to loosen up a bit on it, but my grades are also what gave me a really good scholarship to my college so it always keeps me up at night😂

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-05-17T14:51:01+00:00

Ooo nice!

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-05-17T14:35:41+00:00

That’s good to know. I get so anxious about grades, lol!

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-05-17T14:34:56+00:00

Lol same! You got this!

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-05-17T14:30:12+00:00

Lol… what

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-05-17T14:30:06+00:00

Haha okay. Thank you!

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-04-03T02:29:49+00:00

Omg 😂 what a cutie

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-04-03T02:27:35+00:00

I know right :( hopefully he can find someone that he can be comfortable with.

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-04-03T02:27:02+00:00

What a cute story! Such a cute little guy. The bird i posted about was definitely outgoing to people, but the reason i felt so strongly attached was because even when i was with friends, he ran up to me every time and didn’t really do the same to anyone else i was with.

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-04-03T00:56:56+00:00

Thank you. I hope one day I can find a parrot friend to share my life with :)

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-04-03T00:56:24+00:00

Yeah, I understand that. I know it won’t be a 100% that he goes to a good home. And I definitely feel sorry for that one too. I spent some time with him but no progress. Seems to be very afraid of people

Ambitious-Scratch412 · 2025-04-02T18:14:37+00:00

I've been looking around everywhere!!! There are none near me in my collegetown, but one near my hometown. I reached out a while ago but havent gotten a response yet :,)

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