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Struggling with chronic Lyme disease and not getting answers from conventional medicine? Integrative Lyme Solutions with Dr. Michael Karlfeldt explores evidence-based, integrative approaches to chronic Lyme disease, tick-borne illness, and co-infections — including Bartonella, Babesia, and Ehrlichia — through expert interviews and real patient recovery stories. Lyme disease is known as the "great imitator" because its symptoms overlap with dozens of complex conditions, including Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), fibromyalgia, autoimmune disorders, Multiple Sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease. Many patients spend years misdiagnosed or dismissed after false-negative Western blot results. This podcast cuts through the confusion with practical insights on functional medicine, herbal antimicrobials, detoxification, immune support, nervous system healing, and other integrative therapies that support long-term recovery. With over 35 years of clinical experience, Dr. Karlfeldt brings the knowledge of a Lyme literate naturopathic doctor to every episode — helping patients and caregivers reduce their research time, ask better questions, and find a path forward.

  1. Cara Pacific Campbell | How Lyme Disease Saved My Life: Chronic Illness, Trauma Healing & Upspiraling

    2D AGO

    Cara Pacific Campbell | How Lyme Disease Saved My Life: Chronic Illness, Trauma Healing & Upspiraling

    What if the illness that took everything from you, your career, your identity, your ability to bake a birthday cake, turned out to be the thing that finally saved your life? In this episode of Integrative Lyme Solutions, Dr. K sits down with Cara Pacific Campbell, patient advocate and author of Upspiraling, to trace her journey from high-powered corporate executive to bedridden with Lyme disease, 36 co-infections, and dementia-like symptoms, all missed for months by conventional medicine. Cara opens up about the nosebleed that stopped her life cold, the functional medicine breakthrough that finally named what was happening, and the road back through treatment, somatic trauma work, and a complete identity overhaul. If you're navigating a Lyme diagnosis, living with chronic illness, or just quietly running on empty, this one maps a way forward. Not just to survival, but to something truer on the other side. Key Takeaways: 0:00 Introduction 1:13 Lyme saved my life: when burnout breaks the body 7:00 The nosebleed that changed everything 9:11 36 co-infections and what conventional medicine missed 17:43 70 pills a day and blind faith 20:37 The mental health toll no one talks about 25:00 The mindset shift that turned illness into initiation 31:49 What actually moved the needle: IVs, somatics, and coaching 36:28 Childhood trauma and the Type A-Lyme connection 39:22 Upspiraling: suffering to make a map for others Schedule a Free 15-Min Cancer/Lyme Consultation at The Karlfeldt Center: 208-338-8902 Resources: Upspiraling: The Ancient Path to Wholeness — https://a.co/d/06g6CRPW Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions. This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions. ____________________________________ WORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT: The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting-edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies available. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor, contact us at: 📞 208-338-8902 📧 info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.com 🌐 TheKarlfeldtCenter.com ____________________________________ 📖 FREE EBOOK: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery Get your copy at: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/breaking-free-from-lyme Use code LYMEPODCAST for 100% off ____________________________________ CONNECT WITH DR. KARLFELDT: Instagram: instagram.com/thekarlfeldtcenter Facebook: facebook.com/thekarlfeldtcenter ____________________________________ MORE PODCASTS FROM DR. KARLFELDT: 🎙 The Dr. K Show — Integrative medicine, functional medicine,  biohacking, and longevity for optimizing health and performance. 🎙 Integrative Cancer Solutions — Evidence-based integrative therapies and real patient stories for those navigating a cancer diagnosis. Explore all shows on https://www.youtube.com/@KarlfeldtCenter ____________________________________

    43 min
  2. Lachlan Onegin-Ward | Lyme Disease in Australia: Misdiagnosed, Dismissed, and Fighting Back

    MAY 4

    Lachlan Onegin-Ward | Lyme Disease in Australia: Misdiagnosed, Dismissed, and Fighting Back

    What happens when your country's medical system refuses to believe you have the disease that's destroying your life? In this episode of Integrative Lyme Solutions, Dr. K sits down with Lachlan Onegin-Ward, a marine biologist and wildlife conservationist from Australia who contracted Lyme disease after being bitten by 17 ticks on a snake-spotting trip south of Sydney. What followed was a years-long battle not just against Bartonella, Rickettsia, and Babesia — but against a medical system that handed him antacids instead of answers. Lachlan shares the raw reality of fighting Lyme disease in a country that officially denies its existence, navigating a healthcare system that left him bedridden, seizing, and unable to move his arms — all while spending tens of thousands of dollars chasing a diagnosis. He opens up about the neurological relapse triggered by COVID, the PTSD of living with an invisible illness, losing close friends who couldn't understand what they couldn't see, and the grassroots mission he's now on to make sure no other Australian has to go through this alone. Key Takeaways: 0:00 Introduction  3:00 17 tick bites, one wildlife trip  8:10 Australia's medical system denies Lyme exists  13:20 Triple co-infection: Bartonella, Rickettsia, and Babesia  18:00 COVID triggers seizures after 11 seizure-free years  25:00 The financial toll of chasing treatment in Australia  30:30 Podcasting to fill the awareness gap  34:00 Invisible illness and the friends who disappeared  Schedule a Free 15-Min Phone Lyme Consultation at The Karlfeldt Center: 208-338-8902 Resources: Lyme Disease Association of Australia - https://www.lymedisease.org.au/ Tick Science Alliance - https://ticksciencealliance.au/ IGENEX - https://igenex.com/ Let's Get Aussie Wild / Corona and Lyme Podcast (Spotify) - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xRfQ3zKvuivkgtBEiFuxf Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions. ____________________________________ WORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT: The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting-edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies available. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor, contact us at: 📞 208-338-8902 📧 info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.com 🌐 TheKarlfeldtCenter.com ____________________________________ 📖 FREE EBOOK: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery Get your copy at: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/breaking-free-from-lyme Use code LYMEPODCAST for 100% off ____________________________________ CONNECT WITH DR. KARLFELDT: Instagram: instagram.com/thekarlfeldtcenter Facebook: facebook.com/thekarlfeldtcenter ____________________________________ MORE PODCASTS FROM DR. KARLFELDT: 🎙 The Dr. K Show — Integrative medicine, functional medicine,  biohacking, and longevity for optimizing health and performance. 🎙 Integrative Cancer Solutions — Evidence-based integrative therapies and real patient stories for those navigating a cancer diagnosis. Explore all shows on https://www.youtube.com/@KarlfeldtCenter ____________________________________

    37 min
  3. Dr. Michael Karlfeldt - Why Lyme Treatment Fails: Mold Toxicity, Brain Fog, and Hidden Mycotoxins

    APR 6

    Dr. Michael Karlfeldt - Why Lyme Treatment Fails: Mold Toxicity, Brain Fog, and Hidden Mycotoxins

    Still struggling with fatigue, brain fog, and anxiety even after Lyme treatment? This is a special re-release of an important episode originally recorded in 2025 that we felt needed to be brought back. More patients than ever are dealing with stalled healing journeys, and one of the most overlooked reasons is mold toxicity. In this episode of Integrative Lyme Solutions, Dr. Michael Karlfeldt breaks down how mold and mycotoxins can silently sabotage Lyme recovery by suppressing the immune system, inflaming the brain, and mimicking symptoms often blamed on chronic infections. You will learn the difference between mold exposure and colonization, how mold affects the nervous system and mental health, why it must often be addressed before Lyme protocols can fully work, and the most effective detox and recovery strategies available. If you feel like you are doing everything right but still not improving, this conversation may help uncover the missing piece. Key Takeaways: 0:00 Introduction 3:00 Mold exposure vs colonization explained 8:30 Why mold symptoms look like Lyme 11:30 How mold suppresses the immune system 16:45 Mold detox: environment, binders, and antifungals 28:00 Mold, anxiety, and brain inflammation 30:30 Limbic retraining and nervous system healing Resources Mentioned: Toxic: Heal Your Body - https://a.co/d/0ajEwCyy Break the Mold - https://a.co/d/03CqJLLS Great Plains Laboratory (now Mosaic Diagnostics) - https://mosaicdx.com/ Vibrant America - https://vibrant-wellness.com/ Surviving Mold VCS Test - https://www.survivingmold.com/ Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions. ____________________________________ WORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT: The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting-edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies available. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor, contact us at: 📞 208-338-8902 📧 info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.com 🌐 TheKarlfeldtCenter.com ____________________________________ 📖 FREE EBOOK: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery Get your copy at: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/breaking-free-from-lyme Use code LYMEPODCAST for 100% off ____________________________________ CONNECT WITH DR. KARLFELDT: Instagram: instagram.com/thekarlfeldtcenter Facebook: facebook.com/thekarlfeldtcenter ____________________________________ MORE PODCASTS FROM DR. KARLFELDT: 🎙 The Dr. K Show — Integrative medicine, functional medicine,  biohacking, and longevity for optimizing health and performance. 🎙 Integrative Cancer Solutions — Evidence-based integrative therapies and real patient stories for those navigating a cancer diagnosis. Explore all shows on https://www.youtube.com/@KarlfeldtCenter ____________________________________

    40 min
  4. Dr. Michael Karlfeldt - Lyme Disease Testing Explained - Why Labs Miss Chronic Lyme

    MAR 30

    Dr. Michael Karlfeldt - Lyme Disease Testing Explained - Why Labs Miss Chronic Lyme

    Why do so many Lyme patients test negative while feeling anything but healthy? This is a special re-release of a powerful episode originally recorded in 2025. We felt it was too important not to bring back, especially as more people continue to struggle with confusing lab results and unanswered symptoms. The insights shared here are just as relevant today, if not more, and deserve to be heard again. In this episode of Integrative Lyme Solutions, Dr. Michael Karlfeldt breaks down the confusing world of Lyme disease testing and reveals why conventional lab results often fail chronic illness patients. Drawing insights from leading experts like Dr. Bruce Patterson and Dr. Joseph Burrascano, this episode uncovers the limitations of ELISA, Western Blot, and PCR testing and why they were never designed for complex, chronic cases. You will learn how Lyme evades detection, why immune dysfunction leads to false negatives, and how advanced testing methods like cytokine panels, T-cell testing, and FISH are reshaping diagnosis. If you have ever been told your labs are normal while your body says otherwise, this episode will change how you understand your health and your next steps forward. Key Takeaways: 0:00 Introduction 2:05 ELISA and Western Blot were never built for chronic Lyme 6:10 Immune dysfunction leads to false negatives 10:30 PCR testing limitations and missed infections 12:00 Expanding beyond standard labs into specialty testing 17:00 FISH testing detecting live organisms in the blood 22:00 Why combining tests gives a clearer diagnosis 23:30 Immune system testing the future of Lyme detection 28:00 Symptom patterns reveal different infections 30:15 Choosing the right test based on your stage 32:00 When to stop testing and start healing Resources Mentioned: ArminLabs https://arminlabs.com/ IGeneX https://igenex.com/ Galaxy Diagnostics https://www.galaxydx.com/ DNA Connexions https://dnaconnexions.com/ IncellDX https://incelldx.com/ Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions. ____________________________________ WORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT: The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting-edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies available. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor, contact us at: 📞 208-338-8902 📧 info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.com 🌐 TheKarlfeldtCenter.com ____________________________________ 📖 FREE EBOOK: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery Get your copy at: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/breaking-free-from-lyme Use code LYMEPODCAST for 100% off ____________________________________ CONNECT WITH DR. KARLFELDT: Instagram: instagram.com/thekarlfeldtcenter Facebook: facebook.com/thekarlfeldtcenter ____________________________________ MORE PODCASTS FROM DR. KARLFELDT: 🎙 The Dr. K Show — Integrative medicine, functional medicine,  biohacking, and longevity for optimizing health and performance. 🎙 Integrative Cancer Solutions — Evidence-based integrative therapies and real patient stories for those navigating a cancer diagnosis. Explore all shows on https://www.youtube.com/@KarlfeldtCenter ____________________________________

    34 min
  5. Amy Rose - Misdiagnosed Lyme Disease, Brain Inflammation, and the Fight for Lyme Awareness

    MAR 16

    Amy Rose - Misdiagnosed Lyme Disease, Brain Inflammation, and the Fight for Lyme Awareness

    What happens when Lyme disease is repeatedly dismissed even when the symptoms are clear? In this episode of Integrative Lyme Solutions, Dr. K speaks with Lyme advocate Amy Rose, who spent more than eight years searching for answers after being infected by a tick bite in 2008. Within days she developed severe flu-like symptoms and later discovered a large bullseye rash on her shoulder. Despite these classic warning signs, doctors repeatedly told her Lyme disease was impossible because she had been bitten in Arkansas. Multiple tests came back negative and she was given numerous misdiagnoses and medications instead of answers. Amy shares how her health continued to decline while she saw 27 doctors before finally receiving a proper diagnosis from a Lyme-literate practitioner. She also explains how this experience led her to start the Arkansas Lyme Foundation to support patients in a state where Lyme disease is still widely denied. Her story reveals the serious gaps in Lyme testing, the consequences of misdiagnosis, and the power of patient advocacy. Key Takeaways: 0:00 Introduction 2:15 Amy Rose’s Lyme infection and early symptoms in 2008 6:40 The bullseye rash and why Lyme was still missed 10:30 Five negative tests through Labcorp and misdiagnosis 16:50 Neurological Lyme and being misdiagnosed with Alzheimer’s 22:10 Losing the ability to drive due to brain inflammation 26:30 Finding a Lyme-literate doctor after seeing 27 physicians 32:45 Starting the Arkansas Lyme Foundation 38:20 Why Arkansas still denies Lyme disease exists 44:15 Reaching remission and focusing on cellular health and mold detox Resources Mentioned: Arkansas Lyme Foundation - https://www.arkansaslyme.org/ Labcorp - https://www.labcorp.com/ Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions. ____________________________________ WORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT: The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting-edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies available. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor, contact us at: 📞 208-338-8902 📧 info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.com 🌐 TheKarlfeldtCenter.com ____________________________________ 📖 FREE EBOOK: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery Get your copy at: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/breaking-free-from-lyme Use code LYMEPODCAST for 100% off ____________________________________ CONNECT WITH DR. KARLFELDT: Instagram: instagram.com/thekarlfeldtcenter Facebook: facebook.com/thekarlfeldtcenter ____________________________________ MORE PODCASTS FROM DR. KARLFELDT: 🎙 The Dr. K Show — Integrative medicine, functional medicine,  biohacking, and longevity for optimizing health and performance. 🎙 Integrative Cancer Solutions — Evidence-based integrative therapies and real patient stories for those navigating a cancer diagnosis. Explore all shows on https://www.youtube.com/@KarlfeldtCenter ____________________________________

    47 min
  6. Nikki Schultek – Chronic Infections & The Alzheimer’s Pathobiome: The Hidden Pathogens Driving Neurodegeneration

    MAR 9

    Nikki Schultek – Chronic Infections & The Alzheimer’s Pathobiome: The Hidden Pathogens Driving Neurodegeneration

    What if Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, chronic fatigue, and even psychiatric symptoms are not random but driven by hidden infections? In this episode of Integrative Lyme Solutions, Dr. K sits down with research scientist and Lyme survivor Nikki Schultek to explore the infection hypothesis behind chronic disease. After battling years of misdiagnosed symptoms including asthma flares, interstitial cystitis, arrhythmias, neurological decline, and suspected MS, Nikki uncovered a complex web of infections including Borrelia, Bartonella, Babesia, Chlamydia pneumoniae, Epstein-Barr virus, and more. Now founder of the Alzheimer’s Pathobiome Initiative, Nikki is leading a global consortium investigating how stealth pathogens may trigger neurodegeneration, immune dysfunction, and dementia. This conversation dives into intracellular infections, the Herxheimer reaction, amyloid as an antimicrobial response, sterile brain autopsies, precision medicine, and why federal health agencies are finally acknowledging Lyme disease as a serious public health crisis. If you or someone you love is dealing with chronic Lyme, long COVID, autoimmune illness, or cognitive decline, this episode may change how you see disease. Key Takeaways: 0:00 Introduction 3:15 Asthma, air hunger, and early misdiagnoses 8:40 From interstitial cystitis to suspected multiple sclerosis 14:30 Discovering intracellular infections and Chlamydia pneumoniae 18:45 Lyme, Bartonella, Babesia and the whack-a-mole effect 24:10 The Pathobiome concept and microbial imbalance 27:30 Alzheimer’s disease and the infection hypothesis 32:00 Sterile brain autopsies and spinal fluid research 35:20 Amyloid plaque as an antimicrobial defense mechanism 41:00 APOE4, genetics, and infection susceptibility 44:30 Federal recognition of Lyme disease and future funding Resources Mentioned: Alzheimer’s Pathobiome Initiative - https://alzheimerspathobiome.org ILADS - https://www.ilads.org ILADS Education Foundation - https://www.iladef.org Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - https://www.pcom.edu Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions. ____________________________________ WORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT: The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting-edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies available. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor, contact us at: 📞 208-338-8902 📧 info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.com 🌐 TheKarlfeldtCenter.com ____________________________________ 📖 FREE EBOOK: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery Get your copy at: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/breaking-free-from-lyme Use code LYMEPODCAST for 100% off ____________________________________ CONNECT WITH DR. KARLFELDT: Instagram: instagram.com/thekarlfeldtcenter Facebook: facebook.com/thekarlfeldtcenter ____________________________________ MORE PODCASTS FROM DR. KARLFELDT: 🎙 The Dr. K Show — Integrative medicine, functional medicine,  biohacking, and longevity for optimizing health and performance. 🎙 Integrative Cancer Solutions — Evidence-based integrative therapies and real patient stories for those navigating a cancer diagnosis. Explore all shows on https://www.youtube.com/@KarlfeldtCenter ____________________________________

    50 min
  7. Susan Pogorzelski – Lyme Misdiagnosis, Babesia Recovery, Emotional Healing & The Last Letter

    MAR 4

    Susan Pogorzelski – Lyme Misdiagnosis, Babesia Recovery, Emotional Healing & The Last Letter

    What happens when Lyme disease goes undiagnosed for 15 years — and the emotional toll becomes just as devastating as the physical symptoms? In this episode of Integrative Lyme Solutions, Dr. K sits down with Susan Pogorzelski, author of The Last Letter: A Novel and founder of the Lyme Brave Foundation. Susan shares her 30-year journey through misdiagnosis, neurological decline, co-infections like Babesia, severe fatigue, psychiatric symptoms, and the long road of recovery. From being dismissed by doctors to experiencing suicidal ideation during treatment, Susan opens up about the isolation, trauma, and resilience that shaped her healing. This powerful conversation explores Lyme misdiagnosis, Babesia treatment, herxing, emotional trauma, nervous system regulation, EFT tapping, relapse recovery, and how chronic illness can reshape identity. If you or a loved one is navigating chronic Lyme disease, co-infections, or the emotional weight of invisible illness, this episode is both validation and hope. Key Takeaways: 0:00 Introduction 3:15 15 years of misdiagnosis and declining neurological health 8:20 Gallbladder surgery, rapid deterioration, and ER visits 12:05 Lyme diagnosis and multiple co-infections confirmed 15:40 Babesia treatment and what moved the needle in recovery 19:30 Herx reactions, suicidal ideation, and psychological symptoms 23:50 Emotional trauma, loneliness, and invisible illness 27:45 EFT tapping, nervous system healing, and energetic tools 30:10 Relapses, flares, and building resilience over time 33:00 Lyme Brave Foundation and supporting patients emotionally Resources Mentioned: Susan Pogorzelski Website - https://www.susanpogorzelski.com/about Lyme Brave Foundation - https://lymebravefoundation.org The Last Letter: A Novel by Susan Pogorzelski - https://www.amazon.com/Last-Letter-Novel-Susan-Pogorzelski/dp/0988875136 Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions. #Babesia #InvisibleIllness #ChronicLyme ____________________________________ WORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT: The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting-edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies available. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor, contact us at: 📞 208-338-8902 📧 info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.com 🌐 TheKarlfeldtCenter.com ____________________________________ 📖 FREE EBOOK: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery Get your copy at: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/breaking-free-from-lyme Use code LYMEPODCAST for 100% off ____________________________________ CONNECT WITH DR. KARLFELDT: Instagram: instagram.com/thekarlfeldtcenter Facebook: facebook.com/thekarlfeldtcenter ____________________________________ MORE PODCASTS FROM DR. KARLFELDT: 🎙 The Dr. K Show — Integrative medicine, functional medicine,  biohacking, and longevity for optimizing health and performance. 🎙 Integrative Cancer Solutions — Evidence-based integrative therapies and real patient stories for those navigating a cancer diagnosis. Explore all shows on https://www.youtube.com/@KarlfeldtCenter ____________________________________

    33 min
  8. Dr. Geoff Dow – New Clinical Trial for Chronic Babesiosis: Tafenoquine, Malaria Drugs, and Hope for Lyme-Linked Fatigue

    FEB 25

    Dr. Geoff Dow – New Clinical Trial for Chronic Babesiosis: Tafenoquine, Malaria Drugs, and Hope for Lyme-Linked Fatigue

    Is chronic babesiosis finally getting the scientific attention it deserves? In this episode of Integrative Lyme Solutions, Dr. K sits down with Dr. Geoff Dow, CEO & President of Sixty Degrees Pharmaceuticals, to discuss a groundbreaking clinical trial targeting chronic babesiosis — a common and often overlooked Lyme co-infection. Originally developed for malaria prevention, the drug Tafenoquine (brand name Kodatef®) is now being studied for its potential to treat persistent Babesia infections and Lyme-related fatigue. They explore the science behind red blood cell parasites, how Babesia differs from malaria, why chronic babesiosis remains controversial, and what makes this new trial the first FDA-reviewed IND study focused on chronic disease. If you or a loved one struggle with Lyme-related fatigue, relapsing babesiosis, or limited treatment options, this conversation offers cautious optimism and a closer look at the future of targeted therapies. Key Takeaways: 0:00 Introduction 3:10 From Malaria Drug Development to Lyme Co-Infections 6:45 How Babesia Infects Red Blood Cells and Causes Fatigue 10:40 Why Chronic Babesiosis Is Still Controversial 14:50 No FDA-Approved Drugs Specifically for Babesiosis 18:30 New Clinical Trials for Chronic and Relapsing Babesiosis 24:00 Measuring Fatigue as a Primary Endpoint in Chronic Disease Resources Mentioned: Sixty Degrees Pharmaceuticals - https://www.sixtydegreespharma.com Kodatef® (Tafenoquine) Information - Available via company website above Mount Sinai (Clinical Trial Site) - https://www.mountsinai.org Yale Babesiosis Case Series (Referenced Study) - https://medicine.yale.edu Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions. ____________________________________ WORK WITH DR. KARLFELDT: The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting-edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies available. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor, contact us at: 📞 208-338-8902 📧 info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.com 🌐 TheKarlfeldtCenter.com ____________________________________ 📖 FREE EBOOK: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery Get your copy at: store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/breaking-free-from-lyme Use code LYMEPODCAST for 100% off ____________________________________ CONNECT WITH DR. KARLFELDT: Instagram: instagram.com/thekarlfeldtcenter Facebook: facebook.com/thekarlfeldtcenter ____________________________________ MORE PODCASTS FROM DR. KARLFELDT: 🎙 The Dr. K Show — Integrative medicine, functional medicine,  biohacking, and longevity for optimizing health and performance. 🎙 Integrative Cancer Solutions — Evidence-based integrative therapies and real patient stories for those navigating a cancer diagnosis. Explore all shows on https://www.youtube.com/@KarlfeldtCenter ____________________________________

    39 min
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Struggling with chronic Lyme disease and not getting answers from conventional medicine? Integrative Lyme Solutions with Dr. Michael Karlfeldt explores evidence-based, integrative approaches to chronic Lyme disease, tick-borne illness, and co-infections — including Bartonella, Babesia, and Ehrlichia — through expert interviews and real patient recovery stories. Lyme disease is known as the "great imitator" because its symptoms overlap with dozens of complex conditions, including Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), fibromyalgia, autoimmune disorders, Multiple Sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease. Many patients spend years misdiagnosed or dismissed after false-negative Western blot results. This podcast cuts through the confusion with practical insights on functional medicine, herbal antimicrobials, detoxification, immune support, nervous system healing, and other integrative therapies that support long-term recovery. With over 35 years of clinical experience, Dr. Karlfeldt brings the knowledge of a Lyme literate naturopathic doctor to every episode — helping patients and caregivers reduce their research time, ask better questions, and find a path forward.

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