Autoimmune disease is complicated. Science sees the connection between chronic Lyme and autoimmunity. Chronic Lyme means years of untreated lasting infections, this stresses and irritates the immune system. It becomes less accurate in performing its job and trouble starts. You want your immune system strong and accurate. Get out in front of things and support immune health. Weaken the connection between Lyme and autoimmunity with healthy choices.
What does Science Say?
“Long-term exposure of the host immune system to spirochaetes and/or borrelial compounds may induce chronic autoimmune disease. ” Clin Microbiol Infect. 2004 Jul;10(7):598-614.
Science supports the premise that chronic Lyme is one factor that can promote the development of autoimmunity. Spirochetes are smarter than the average bug. They use chronic inflammation, immune system overwhelm and molecular mimicry to to hide from attack. Many mainstream health care practitioners don’t get this when they give people the news of an autoimmune diagnosis. Lyme and chronic infection may not be considered as a factor and this can block you getting better.
The potential down side of missed Lyme diagnosis is big. If you have questions or concerns. Get informed, get tested and get treated. Heal and skip any complications. Share on XFactors that irritate and confuse your immune system.
Get in front of things to undermine the reality of the connection between Lyme and autoimmunity. Plug in and support immune health as much as possible to build immune support into your daily routine. Find the help you need and begin to address the factors in your life that tax your immune system health. Start now to preempt developing a full blown autoimmune condition.
Undermine the Connection Between Lyme and Autoimmunity.
Work with your health care team to take steps to support immune system health. Build wellness as you work to heal Lyme disease.