LymeWars Library
What Happens If Lyme Disease Goes Untreated?
Untreated Lyme disease can spread beyond the initial infection and potentially affect the nervous system, heart and joints. Learn how Lyme can progress, what symptoms may appear, and why early recognition matters.
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Tick Bites Are Surging in 2026 — And Fall Could Make It Worse
Tick activity has been unusually high in 2026, and the risk doesn’t disappear when summer ends. Adult blacklegged ticks become active again in the fall and can transmit Lyme disease and other infections. Here’s what to know about fall tick season, prevention, and what to do if you find an attached tick.
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Can Lyme Disease Cause High Liver Enzymes? What the Research Shows
Can Lyme disease cause high liver enzymes? Research shows that mild abnormalities in liver tests, including elevated ALT, can occur during early Lyme disease. Here’s what the research shows, other possible causes to consider, and why tick-borne coinfections such as anaplasmosis may also matter.
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Can Lyme Disease Cause Depression and Anxiety?
Lyme disease can affect the nervous system, but does that mean it can cause depression and anxiety? Here’s what we know about Lyme disease, mental health, chronic illness, sleep, and the complicated relationship between them.
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Can Lyme Disease Cause Hair Loss? What You Should Know
Can Lyme disease cause hair loss? While hair loss isn't considered a classic Lyme symptom, illness, stress, nutrition and other factors may contribute to hair shedding. Here's what you should know.
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Can You Have Lyme Disease for 20 Years and Not Know It?
Can Lyme disease really go unnoticed for 10, 15, or even 20 years? Learn why tick bites and Lyme rashes can be missed, how symptoms may develop over time, the limitations of Lyme testing, and when Lyme disease may actually be worth investigating.
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Is Fascia the Missing Link in Chronic Illness? What the Research Actually Shows
Could fascia be an overlooked piece of chronic illness? We examine the research connecting fascia with chronic pain, fibromyalgia, hyaluronic acid, and Lyme disease—and separate what the science actually shows from what remains an intriguing theory.
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7 Signs You’re Actually Recovering From Lyme Disease
Lyme disease recovery isn't always obvious. Discover seven signs you may be making real progress, from less severe bad days and faster recovery from setbacks to better sleep, increased activity and more good days.
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7 Reasons You Could Have Lyme Disease and Not Know It
Could you have Lyme disease and not know it? Learn 7 reasons Lyme can go unnoticed, from missed tick bites and unusual rashes to confusing symptoms and negative test results—and what to consider if you suspect Lyme disease.
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Can You Recover From Lyme Disease After Years?
If you've struggled with Lyme disease for years, it's easy to wonder whether you've missed your chance to recover. Here's why the number of years you've been sick shouldn't become your prognosis—and what to focus on instead.
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How Long Does Lyme Disease Recovery Actually Take?
There’s no single timeline for Lyme disease recovery. Some people improve quickly, while others deal with symptoms for months or longer. Learn what can influence recovery time, why progress isn’t always linear, and the signs that you may be getting more of your life back.
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Why Lyme Herbs Can Make You Feel Worse at First
Feeling worse after starting herbs for Lyme disease doesn’t automatically mean they’re working. Learn why symptoms can sometimes increase, what a Herxheimer reaction actually is, and why starting too quickly, herb intolerance, or other factors may be responsible.
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