SUMMARY
Dr. Jaquel Patterson, a naturopathic physician, discusses her journey into naturopathic medicine and her focus on Lyme disease and autoimmune conditions. She shares her personal experience with Lyme disease and the challenges of diagnosing and treating it. Dr. Patterson emphasizes the importance of prevention, early detection, and proper testing for Lyme disease and its co-infections. She also discusses the use of antibiotics, herbs, and lifestyle changes in the treatment of Lyme disease. Additionally, she highlights the significance of addressing environmental factors, such as mold, and finding a balance between enjoying nature and preventing tick bites. In this conversation, Dr. Jaquel Patterson discusses Lyme disease and its connection to autoimmune conditions. She provides recommendations for preventing tick bites, including using effective sprays and treating clothing and shoes. Dr. Patterson also emphasizes the importance of being mindful of pets as they can carry ticks into the home. She explains that Lyme disease is a clinical diagnosis and discusses the challenges of determining if a person is cured. Dr. Patterson explores the relationship between Lyme disease and autoimmune conditions, including the role of molecular mimicry. She also shares information about Lyme literate doctors and alternative treatments for Lyme disease.

TAKEAWAYS
Dr. Jaquel Patterson’s interest in naturopathic medicine was sparked by her mother’s experience with autoimmune conditions.
Lyme disease and autoimmune conditions are the main focus areas of Dr. Patterson’s practice.
Prevention, early detection, and proper testing are crucial in the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease.
Treatment for Lyme disease may involve antibiotics, herbs, and lifestyle changes.
Addressing environmental factors, such as mold, is important in the management of Lyme disease.
Finding a balance between enjoying nature and preventing tick bites is a challenge for individuals with Lyme disease. Preventing tick bites is crucial, and effective sprays and treating clothing and shoes can help.
Pets can carry ticks into the home, so it’s important to be mindful of their presence.
Lyme disease is a clinical diagnosis that considers both lab tests and clinical symptoms.
The connection between Lyme disease and autoimmune conditions is complex, with molecular mimicry playing a role.
Finding a Lyme literate doctor can be helpful in getting proper treatment.
Alternative treatments like hyperthermia, ozone therapy, and IV nutrient therapies may be beneficial for some individuals.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Jaquel Patterson
02:32 The Journey into Naturopathic Medicine
05:54 The Focus on Lyme Disease and Autoimmune Conditions
10:19 Prevention, Early Detection, and Proper Testing for Lyme Disease
14:05 Treatment Approaches for Lyme Disease
17:53 Addressing Environmental Factors in Lyme Disease
20:52 Finding a Balance: Enjoying Nature and Preventing Tick Bites
30:24 Preventing Tick Bites and Protecting Pets
33:52 Lyme Disease: Clinical Diagnosis and Cure
37:08 The Connection Between Lyme Disease and Autoimmune Conditions
46:24 Finding Lyme Literate Doctors
50:31 Alternative Treatments for Lyme Disease

Find Jaquel Patterson, ND at https://www.fairfieldfamilyhealth.com/
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