L is for: A Twist of Lyme: Battling a Disease That "Doesn't Exist" by Andrea H. Caesar
When she moved to Barrington, Rhode Island, Andrea Caesar was an active, happy, vivacious ten-year-old who loved to play kickball and hang from the monkey bars. A year later, Andrea had trouble catching her breath while running, was plagued by migraines, and battled constant muscle aches. Andrea had changed as a person; she was the kid who was always missing school. Although she did not know it at the time, she had contracted Borrelia burgdorferi, better known as Lyme disease.
Caesar, who was finally diagnosed at age thirty-six, shares a raw and honest look inside the mind of a woman tormented by treatment in her pursuit of wellness. She chronicles her life from age eleven through her diagnosis and subsequent treatment, recalling her emotions as she struggled with Lyme, its symptoms, and multiple related infections—all while attempting to live a normal life. Driven by her determination to help others with the same affliction, Caesar provides details on what worked, what did not work, and why.
A Twist of Lyme shares the captivating, heart-wrenching story of a woman’s decades-long battle with Lyme disease as she is led by perseverance, courage, and hope to an eventual diagnosis and treatment.
Do you (or someone you know) have Lyme's Disease?
I have two friends who do. One who has had severe, debilitating symptoms and another who was just diagnosed and starting treatment.
It's the 14th day of the #atozchallenge and I am out blog hopping today. Glad I stopped by.Love your topics so far and the focus of your blog. Congrats. If you have time or interest, I am writing about gardening this month. Come see me.
ReplyDeleteI love gardening -- I'll stop by soon.
DeleteStepheny, What is your blog address? I couldn't find it when I clicked on your Google+ name.
DeleteDawn, did you know that is what they think Joelle has? She has been sick off and on for over a year now.
ReplyDeleteYes, I did know that. It's why I want to read this book. I've talked a lot with her and John about it and treatments. I've even listened to her doctor when he came to speak at work about Lyme's. One of my nephews was diagnosed months ago and now Jeffrey was just diagnosed with it too and is on a month of antibiotics.
DeleteAlthough lyme disease was a concern where I lived, in deer country, I don't know anyone who was afflicted with the disease. I can't imagine living so many years with painful but undiagnosed symptoms.
ReplyDeleteGail visiting for AtoZ
Gail, I know...how awful.
DeleteMy MIL contracted it and eventually had to have shoulder surgery to repair some damage. She's OK today, but has a weakened shoulder. I'm battling undiagnosed pain now, but tests for Lyme have been negative.
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