Conditions Caused by Tick-borne Illness - Dr. Susan L. Marra, MS, ND

PANDAS & Lyme Disease

November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 Susan L. Marra

Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS) is a term used to describe pediatric patients who exhibit a myriad of movement and psychiatric symptoms related to exposure to a strep infection. Interestingly, these patients’ symptoms often become worse at times during the school year when … Read More “PANDAS & Lyme Disease” »

Dental Issues & Tick-Borne Illness

November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 Susan L. Marra

Conditions Caused by Tick-borne Illness

Many patients with tick-borne illness will experience dental issues including cavities, jawbone erosion, enamel weakening, gingivitis, periodontitis, and teeth movement. Borrelia and Bartonella are probably the root cause for these dental changes, as these organisms can penetrate the bone and mucosa and establish biofilm colonies. The organisms cause localized inflammation and tissue destruction over time … Read More “Dental Issues & Tick-Borne Illness” »

Ammonia Toxicity in the Brain of Tick-Borne Disease Patients

November 14, 2021November 14, 2021 Susan L. Marra

Conditions Caused by Tick-borne Illness

Most patients with neurological Lyme Disease and coinfections (i.e., MS, ALS, Parkinson’s Disease, Autism), have elevated levels of ammonia toxicity in the brain which is neurotoxic. This is due to the fact that the spirochete, Borrelia burgdorferi, produces urease enzymes, and ammonia accumulation results. Sometimes ammonia levels will be elevated in the blood, but many … Read More “Ammonia Toxicity in the Brain of Tick-Borne Disease Patients” »