Dr. Daniel Cameron

07/29/2026

A recent medical case highlights a critical lesson for clinicians and caregivers.

A 78-year-old Rhode Island man with mild cognitive impairment experienced a rapid worsening of confusion, gait instability, and yellowing eyes (scleral icterus) over just two weeks.

Because he already had memory changes, his initial decline was chalked up to pre-existing conditions.

However, after spending time outdoors on his property, he had contracted severe Babesiosis (with a high parasitemia burden of 27%) and disseminated Lyme disease.

“This case contributes to the growing literature describing atypical presentations of tickborne illness in older adults, particularly when manifesting as new or worsening cognitive dysfunction."

STUDY: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42348628/

07/28/2026

One of the most frequently asked questions by patients: “If I feel better, should I stop treatment?” The answer is complicated.

Did you stop treatment too soon and relapse?

Have you had symptoms return after stopping Lyme treatment? Share y...

07/25/2026

Three New Hampshire universities are joining forces on a major new project to understand why tick‑borne illnesses keep rising across the state. The

07/23/2026

A tick bite without symptoms does not necessarily mean there is no risk, but it also does not automatically require treatment.

The likelihood of infection depends on multiple factors, including the type of tick, duration of attachment, geographic location, and the pathogens the tick may carry.

Bitten by a tick but feel fine? Learn what to watch for, when to treat, and how to reduce Lyme risk.

07/21/2026

Study: Lone Star Tick Is Bringing Another Infection Concern

https://news.stonybrookmedicine.edu/news/study-lone-star-tick-is-bringing-another-infection-concern

07/20/2026

Lyme arthritis is one of the most recognizable late manifestations of Lyme disease. It most often presents with significant swelling of the knee or another large joint.

Lyme arthritis can closely resemble septic arthritis. Review this chart to learn the key clinical features that help differentiate Lyme arthritis from septic arthritis.

Learn about Lyme arthritis symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and how it differs from other causes of joint swelling.

07/19/2026

Did your symptoms attributed to mold exposure improve after Lyme disease treatment?

Common Sense Lyme Series. Did your mold symptoms improve only after...

07/15/2026

Tick Tip: Put outdoor clothes directly into the dryer first. Dry on high heat for at least 6 minutes. Heat is what effectively kills ticks.

Washing alone — especially in cold or warm water — may not kill ticks.

07/14/2026

Could it be Lyme disease instead of standard neuropathy?

Lyme disease can affect the nervous system in ways that produce classic neuropathy symptoms like burning, tingling, pain, and weakness.

Learn more about which features may suggest looking beyond a standard neuropathy diagnosis.

Burning pain can feel like neuropathy—but may also be Lyme disease. Learn key differences and when to look deeper.

07/13/2026

Did your MCAS symptoms improve after treatment for Lyme disease?

Did your MCAS symptoms improve only after Lyme disease was addresse...