Lyme Disease

In the acute stage of Lyme disease there are often flu-like symptoms which are sometimes — but not always — accompanied by a bullseye rash. When the disease becomes more chronic it can mimic many disease processes as it attacks different systems of the body. Unfortunately many people don't realize they have been bitten by a tick because the tick numbs the skin while it is attached. Ticks are found in forested and grassy areas and often go unnoticed when hiking or playing in these environments.

Dr. Kim approaches Lyme disease treatment using a number of different assessment tools. She uses a combination of electro-dermal screening, body point testing, and lab work to help decipher which organs are most affected. Sometimes a nutritional panel is recommended to assess the specific vitamin and mineral deficiencies that arise from this disease. Dr. Kim will also requisition Lyme-specific bloodwork to better support a patient's diagnosis.

Unfortunately, blood testing for Lyme disease in Ontario is not always adequate to rule out this disease definitively, and there are often false negatives. Therefore, when Dr. Kim suspects this disease in a patient she sends bloodwork to IGeneX in the U.S. or Armin labs in Germany. Both of these labs specialize in the testing and diagnosis of Lyme disease and are considered the top labs in North America and Europe for detecting Lyme disease and its associated co-infections. 

Dr. Kim uses specific and individualized herbal and nutrient combinations to support the body in fighting this tick-borne disease. These unique combinations are important in building the immune system, supporting organ function, and fighting the bacterial and associated fungal issues. These treatments are often done in combination with antibiotic treatments prescribed by a Lyme-specific MD.