Understanding Lyme Disease in Children with Katie Tolley, CPNP

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we are joined by Katie Tolley, a certified pediatric nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience in pediatrics and a personal journey with Lyme disease. Katie shares her expertise on diagnosing and treating Lyme disease in children, who often present different symptoms from adults. She emphasizes the importance of understanding neurological and developmental issues that may arise and offers valuable advice on managing symptoms through a holistic and functional medicine approach. Katie also discusses the importance of open communication with children about their health, empowering them with choices, and ensuring their voices are heard. A must-watch for parents navigating the complexities of Lyme disease in their children.

For more resources or to find checklist for your children visit:

wellrootedpediatrics.com,

lymedisease.org : Under lyme basics

tiredoflyme.com: Under resources

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
02:10 Katie's Personal Lyme Journey
05:14 Parenting Challenges with Lyme Disease
13:05 Symptoms and Misdiagnosis in Children
24:44 Understanding MTHFR and Genetic Testing
31:30 Antibiotics and Alternative Treatments
38:56 The Orange Juice Dilemma
40:53 Empowering Children in Their Health Journey
46:59 Understanding Herxheimer Reactions
55:27 Navigating Social Challenges with Lyme Disease
01:04:05 Support and Resources for Parents

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