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A member asked:
Lyme?! really?! my natropath dr wants me to get the ignex (sp) test for lyme- my westernblot was negative.really?! that's 200 bucks , im sick of tests
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Lyme Ds Conumdrum: Lyme disease has become a very controversial topic given the concern for long term consequences associated w/the disease. The available testing varies in sensitivity & specificity. The most comprehensive & unbiased recommendations for this illness can be found on the infectious diseases society of america guidelines website. You should discuss these w/your doctor and plan an appropriate workup.
Answered 12/18/2014
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Depends: About 20-30% of people with lyme never test positive. Igenex is pricey but somewhat more reliable. There is also a new test called ispot lyme by pharmasan. I have had the ispot lyme come back positive when the WB did not. I do not rely on western blot for testing lyme. And if it is not lyme, it could be mold.
Answered 6/10/2014
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