January 16, 2016

Dr. Charles R. Hamel, MD gave an overview of the therapy known as Low Dose Immunotherapy (LDI), Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), and connections to autoimmune disease.  His talk was followed by a lively question and answer session.

Dr. Hamel briefly outlined the developmental progression and investigating doctors involved.  The therapy was originally termed, “enzyme potentiated desensitization.”

The LDI treatment concept, developed by Ty

Vincent, MD of Fairbanks, Alaska, is an outgrowth of the Low Dose Antigen (LDA) therapy.  LDA targets sensitivities to foods, chemicals and airborne substances.  Some patients consult with Dr. Vince

nt via Skype.  LDA and LDI can be given simultaneously.  An example protocol sheet was provided to the attendees.

Symptomatic patients tend to have abnormal helper to suppressor cell ratios.  One goal of treatment is to help the body produce the correct amount of suppressor cells which work to decrease inflammation.  Full development of suppressor cells is expected in 21 days from the LDI dose with the subsequent dose following in 7-8 weeks.  Cortisone can be used to ameliorate any distressing post-treatment symptoms. Read More

North Texas Lyme would like to thank Dr. Hamel for speaking with us on July 20 at Harris Methodist. There is always so much to learn, and new findings are found all the time. We appreciate your willingness to share all of what you have learned on your quest to help all of your patients with autoimmune issues.

Brooke Landau, Emmy Award Winning Weathercaster with the CW Network in San Diego, will appear on the Dr. Phil Show on Friday, April 13th. Brooke shares her 17 battle with Lyme Disease. One which some doctors have called, the worst documented case in the country. Brooke went to bed fine one day and woke up paralyzed. She overcame that battle and today she continues to fight and survive. Brooke’s survival story has been featured on the Today Show, Good Morning America, Fox News, ABC, Discovery Health, Mystery ER, CW Network…and now the Dr. Phil Show. Brooke says she continues to speak out for those you can’t. LLMD, Dr. Chitra Bhakta will also be on the show.

Thanks to Wendi Kai for coming out on a Saturday morning to work with us and show us how journaling is more than just putting pen to paper, but can be an expression of arts through quotes, poetry, encouraging words, painting, creating collages, drawing, and more. I have tried to keep a journal for years, but never followed through with it because of mind block–just didn’t know what to write. Expelling your feelings into a journal, no matter how you do it, allows you to release emotions that you tend to keep inside and not let surface. Emotions play a major role in our healing. Negative feelings dwelling inside can keep our healing at bay as we struggle with the doubts, frustration, anger, hurt, and other feelings that go along with chronic illness. Don’t hold yourself to journaling everyday, unless you would wish to, but journal when you feel inspired to do so.  I challenge you to start journaling as part of your protocol for healing. I bought one today at Hobby Lobby for $7.00!