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Today on Lyme Voice I am joined by Scott Forsgren. In 1997 Scott was in his twenties and became violently ill.  It was the scariest thing he had ever experienced.  Overnight, his body was ravaged by an unknown illness.  He had difficulty walking, balance problems, blurred vision, low-grade fevers, rapid heart rate, burning sensations in his arms and legs, severe joint pain, nausea, digestive disturbances (we'll leave it at that), brain fog, muscle spasms, numbness, tingling, skin-hypersensitivity, motor-like tapping sensations in my hands and feet, and never-ending fatigue.  Doctors and health-care professionals were baffled.  They suggested that he had Epstein-Barr virus, Mononucleosis, Fibromyalgia, Multiple Sclerosis, severe allergies, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and of course, even that it was all "in my head".  He cannot count the number of times he was referred to a psychiatrist.  Though he will readily admit to the reality that he probably did not need one, as it had nothing to do with his physical health.  After 27 doctors and nine months of feeling as though he had the flu everyday, he was diagnosed with multiple parasitic infections including Blastocystis Hominis, Giardia Lamblia, Cryptosporidium, Entamoeba Hystolytica, and others.  He was also diagnosed with severe Candida resulting from antibiotic overuse from several previous doctors.   Additionally, he had Leaky Gut Syndrome and severe food allergies.  He tried so many different things to get well.  He received mega-doses of vitamins through IV, administered coffee enemas.  He was "smudged" by mystic healers.  Gave up wheat and fruit products for years.  He gave himself regular injections of vitamins to help with the malabsorption resulting from the infections.  He even went to one doctor that claimed that he was ill due to a virus found in Crystal Geyser bottled water (which of course never existed).  He took EPD (Enzyme-Potentiated Desensitization) shots every two months to help desensitize and heal his immune system.  The EPD treatments required three days of staying at home eating nothing but potatoes and water. I share all of this because this is not unique to a lyme disease patient. It takes many doctor and multiple "guesses" to get the actual diagnosis. Listen in and learn more today from Scott! Sponsors: Envita Medical Center: Envita Medical Center: A Center of Excellence for Personalized Oncology and Lyme Disease Treatment located in Scottsdale, AZ. What defines Envita is the undeniable truth that every patient who has the courage to come to Envita and walk through our doors, discovers the incredible healing and compassionate care that can only exist in a clinic that is radically focused on patient outcomes;... they provide a focused team of people with an exceptional heart for serving our patients. At Envita they have discovered a revolutionary solution for patients to help improve their quality of life. Call to speak with one of their patient care coordinators today. (Ep. #80 for more info) Link: Envita Medical Center Medical Bill Gurus The experts at Medical Bill Gurus are dedicated to innovative solutions for any medical billing scenario. Their patient advocates are available to help reduce medical bills and assist patients with navigating a dynamic health landscape. They take pride in speaking with patients every day and helping them find guidance on how to navigate our broken healthcare system. (Ep.#111 for more info) Link: Medical Bill Gurus | Redefining The Role Of Medical Billing To Move Healthcare Forward Lyme Laser Center Finally, a proven and comprehensive Lyme protocol with no antibiotics, no potentially harmful therapies, and no outrageous prices or hidden ongoing costs. Lyme Laser Centers uses their unique, technologically advanced laser systems and their numerous other supportive technologies to help you gain control of your Lyme disease and overcome the often debilitating effects that it has on your body and your life. With a completely free in-house consultation with a Lyme Laser Specialist, it's easy to learn more about the Lyme Laser Protocol™ and how it can help you overcome your Lyme. Start healing your body, naturally. Link: www.LymeLaser.com/HomeProtocol/ Urbane Medical A boutique ketamine infusion center located in Scottsdale, AZ. Who specializes in a "hospitable" environment rather than a hospital environment. Ketamine can promote a sense of wellbeing, decreases brain fog, and reduce chronic nerve pain. Link: Home Connect with Lyme Voice:Link: Lyme Voice Instagram: @LymeVoice Sarah Schlichte Sanchez: [email protected]

Advocating for yourself within the realm of an unrecognized illness is an immense challenge. Advocating for yourself as a minor, with an unrecognized illness, when you are dependent on the adults in your life is the topic of today's episode. Meet Ben S... in addition to navigating adolescence, he faces the daily reality of debilitating GI issues, autoimmune dysfunction, the ebb and flow of chronic Lyme disease, and the continued challenges of finding adequate treatment. Kids often need ongoing permission, resources, and support to advocate for their health. This is a confusing reality when you add in the mental health issues, Lyme rage, and blackouts that often accompany symptoms of neurological Lyme disease and Neuroborrealis. Talking Points: ~Fighting multiple autoimmune disorders ~Medical PTSD ~Using medical marijuana as a minor ~Becoming aware of what medications you are taking and why ~Conventional vs. alternative treatments ~Mental health facilities ~When you are "withering away" Sponsors: Envita Medical Center: Envita Medical Center: A Center of Excellence for Personalized Oncology and Lyme Disease Treatment located in Scottsdale, AZ. What defines Envita is the undeniable truth that every patient who has the courage to come to Envita and walk through our doors, discovers the incredible healing and compassionate care that can only exist in a clinic that is radically focused on patient outcomes;... they provide a focused team of people with an exceptional heart for serving our patients. At Envita they have discovered a revolutionary solution for patients to help improve their quality of life. Call to speak with one of their patient care coordinators today. (Ep. #80 for more info) Medical Bill Gurus The experts at Medical Bill Gurus are dedicated to innovative solutions for any medical billing scenario. Their patient advocates are available to help reduce medical bills and assist patients with navigating a dynamic health landscape. They take pride in speaking with patients every day and helping them find guidance on how to navigate our broken healthcare system. (Ep.#111 for more info) Link: Medical Bill Gurus | Redefining The Role Of Medical Billing To Move Healthcare Forward Lyme Laser Center Finally, a proven and comprehensive Lyme protocol with no antibiotics, no potentially harmful therapies, and no outrageous prices or hidden ongoing costs. Lyme Laser Centers uses their unique, technologically advanced laser systems and their numerous other supportive technologies to help you gain control of your Lyme disease and overcome the often debilitating effects that it has on your body and your life. With a completely free in-house consultation with a Lyme Laser Specialist, it's easy to learn more about the Lyme Laser Protocol™ and how it can help you overcome your Lyme. Start healing your body, naturally. Link: www.LymeLaser.com/HomeProtocol/ Urbane Medical A boutique ketamine infusion center located in Scottsdale, AZ. Who specializes in a "hospitable" environment rather than a hospital environment. Ketamine can promote a sense of wellbeing, decreases brain fog, and reduce chronic nerve pain. Link: Home Connect with Lyme Voice: Link: Lyme Voice Instagram: @LymeVoice Sarah Schlichte Sanchez: [email protected]

Since launching Lyme Voice in 2015, getting reinfected with Lyme, conducting over 300+ coaching calls for patients and caregivers, and conducting over 100 interviews...you all have walked through hard seasons of life with me. We have cried, we have been inspired, we have survived together through aspects of life that have been few people understand. In this personal and solo episode, I talk about the transitions within my own life and my plans for Lyme Voice moving forward.

Chronic fatigue in his early 20's was threatening Dr. Nichol's ability to finish school. He was also confused as to why he was having a hard time "getting out of bed in the morning." While his tests at multiple doctors were "within range" the way he felt was less than optimal and not sustainable. Talking Points: -Using breathing techniques to regulate the nervous system-Buteyko and Win Hof breathing methods-Cold exposure therapy-Peptide therapies to stimulate tissue repair-Resetting your chronic stress responses-Understanding mitochondrial diseases Dr. Miles Nichols is a functional medicine doctor specializing in Lyme, mold illness, gut, thyroid, and autoimmunity. After Dr Miles personally struggled with chronic fatigue in his early 20’s, Dr Miles dedicated himself to figure out the root causes. He suffered with and recovered from thyroid dysfunction, autoimmunity, a gut infection, Lyme co-infections, and mold illness. Dr. Miles and his wife Dr Diane Mueller co-authored “How to Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme” and “Stress Resilience”. They founded the Medicine with Heart functional medicine clinic in Colorado and also the Medicine with Heart Institute that trains other doctors in functional medicine. With a doctorate in oriental medicine, he has extensive training and expertise around herbal medicines and has developed formulations used by functional medicine doctors across the country. Connect with my Guest:Clinic: https://MedicineWithHeart.comPractitioner Training Program: https://MindBodyFunctionalMedicine.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/medicinewithheartTwitter: medicinewheart Instagram: https://instagram.com/medicinewithheart Complimentary discovery call with clinic: Free Discovery Consultation From Medicine With Heart Sponsors: Envita Medical Center: Envita Medical Center: A Center of Excellence for Personalized Oncology and Lyme Disease Treatment located in Scottsdale, AZ. What defines Envita is the undeniable truth that every patient who has the courage to come to Envita and walk through our doors, discovers the incredible healing and compassionate care that can only exist in a clinic that is radically focused on patient outcomes;... they provide a focused team of people with an exceptional heart for serving our patients. At Envita they have discovered a revolutionary solution for patients to help improve their quality of life. Call to speak with one of their patient care coordinators today. (Ep. #80 for more info) Envita Medical Center Medical Bill Gurus The experts at Medical Bill Gurus are dedicated to innovative solutions for any medical billing scenario. Their patient advocates are available to help reduce medical bills and assist patients with navigating a dynamic health landscape. They take pride in speaking with patients every day and helping them find guidance on how to navigate our broken healthcare system. (Ep.#111 for more info) Medical Bill Gurus | Redefining The Role Of Medical Billing To Move Healthcare Forward Lyme Laser Center Finally, a proven and comprehensive Lyme protocol with no antibiotics, no potentially harmful therapies, and no outrageous prices or hidden ongoing costs. Lyme Laser Centers uses their unique, technologically advanced laser systems and their numerous other supportive technologies to help you gain control of your Lyme disease and overcome the often debilitating effects that it has on your body and your life. With a completely free in-house consultation with a Lyme Laser Specialist, it's easy to learn more about the Lyme Laser Protocol™ and how it can help you overcome your Lyme. Start healing your body, naturally. Link: www.LymeLaser.com/HomeProtocol/ Urbane Medical A boutique ketamine infusion center located in Scottsdale, AZ. Who specializes in a "hospitable" environment rather than a hospital environment. Ketamine can promote a sense of wellbeing, decreases brain fog, and reduce chronic nerve pain. Home Connect with Lyme Voice: Lyme Voice Instagram: @LymeVoice Sarah Schlichte Sanchez: [email protected]