Seattle Bartonella, Lyme Disease & Environmental Illness Doctor
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) is considered the most serious tick-borne illness and is caused by the bacteria, Rickettsia rickettsii. It can be deadly if not treated with the proper combination of antibiotics and supplements. It was identified in the Rocky Mountains in the 1800s but is also found in Western Canada and parts of … Read More “What is Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever?” »
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition characterized by nausea, bloating, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, motility issues, and malabsorption of food. It is very commonly observed in patients with tick-borne illness, whose gut microbiome is extremely out of balance and diseased. This should come as no surprise since Borrelia species have a particular affinity … Read More “Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth” »
Topical pain relievers can help reduce the pain associated with inflammation. Here are a few options that Dr. Marra frequently recommends to patients. Arnica Montana 6x Bengay Pain Relieving Cream -Especially for MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome) Cobroxin Uncle Herb’s Icy Pot Medicated Salve
The hypothalamus and pituitary are small organs in the brain that are largely responsible for the regulation of most neuroendocrine functions throughout the body which regulate hormones. They interact with each other as well as end organs such as the thyroid gland, the adrenal glands, the ovaries, testes, etc…via precise feedback systems which regulate hormone … Read More “Let’s talk Hormones” »
Exercise and Chronic Illness can seem overwhelming to many at first. Frequently in chronic illness, patients are plagued by exercise intolerance and chronic fatigue, however, exercise is essential to healing. Exercise can help you manage symptoms, decrease discomfort, improve daily function, and enhance overall health. It is important to move and perform the light exercise … Read More “Exercise and Chronic Illness” »
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a late 20th-century buzzword used to convey a constellation of symptoms that patients experience, but it is a not formal diagnosis. Extreme exhaustion, poor stamina coupled with difficulty concentrating, and poor memory render patients nearly completely disabled. Additionally, CFS may be accompanied by flu-like symptoms, joint and muscle aches, unrefreshing … Read More “Chronic Fatigue Syndrome” »
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that may have genetic (APOE4) and environmental influences on its manifestation in 60-70% of cases. The loss of cognitive function generally starts slowly and progressively gets worse with time and age. The disease is characterized by the development of amyloid plaques in the brain, neurofibrillary tangles, and neuronal degradation … Read More “Alzheimer’s Disease” »
The Bacterial Biofilm is a sticky, viscous negatively charged substance similar to “bacterial slime”, composed of mucopolysaccharides and DNA, and stabilized by minerals and probably heavy metal molecules. Plaque found on teeth surfaces is an example of a biofilm. Biofilm adheres to aqueous environmental surfaces like vascular endothelium and proliferates. Most types of bacteria secrete … Read More “The Bacterial Biofilm” »
Morgellons disease is an uncommon, poorly understood manifestation of Lime D2 and Bartonella that is characterized by small fibers and particles emerging from the skin that are often colored (i.e. red, green, blue.) Patients are traditionally diagnosed with delusion parasitosis, however when they find a Lyme literate doctor who does the appropriate lab testing, frequently … Read More “What is Morgellons Disease?” »
Helpful resources for Lyme disease and Chronic Illness When dealing with chronic illness, the more information, and support that you have the better. Below, you will find some resources for Lyme disease, chronic illness, and more that may be helpful and provide a lot of additional information. American Association of Naturopathic Physicians Bastyr University Bryan Rosner’s Website … Read More “Resources for Lyme Disease and Chronic Illness” »
