#007 Unveiling the Complexities of Pediatric Tickborne Diseases with Dr. Somer DelSignore
What if you could dive deeper into understanding pediatric tickborne diseases and their intersection with neuropsychiatric disorders?
How could this knowledge benefit both healthcare professionals and families alike? In this enlightening podcast episode, we welcome Dr. Somer DelSignore, a renowned pediatric and adult Lyme and mental health specialist, to delve into these complex conditions. As a former pediatric ICU nurse turned nurse practitioner, Dr. Somer has over 20 years of experience treating children with tickborne diseases and shares her journey into integrative medicine.
In our conversation, we dive into the symptoms and challenges of diagnosing conditions such as Lyme disease, Babesia, and Bartonella, and explore the stealthy ways these bugs hide from treatment. Dr. Somer emphasizes the importance of laboratory testing and the differences between conventional and integrative treatment approaches, and shares her groundbreaking research on the connections between inflammation, mold, and immunity, and the role they play in pediatric tickborne diseases and neuropsychiatric disorders.
We also discuss prevention techniques and natural alternatives to deet-based repellents, and resources for treating tickborne infections.
Don't miss this insightful discussion with Dr. Somer DelSignore that will leave you better equipped to navigate the intricacies of pediatric tickborne diseases and neuropsychiatric disorders.
Episode Chapters:
(0:00:01) - Pediatric Tick-Borne Diseases and Neuropsychiatric Disorders
(0:03:42) - Pediatric Lyme Disease Treatment
(0:09:17) - Tick-Borne Illnesses and Co-Infections
(0:22:44) - Lyme Disease Treatment and Complications
(0:33:03) - Inflammation, Mold, and Immunity Connection
(0:45:03) - Preventing and Treating Tick-Borne Infections
(0:55:32) - Vibrant Wellness Podcast Reminder
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