As summer fades and temperatures begin to cool down, you may be looking forward to enjoying the fall foliage and spending time in the great outdoors. This could mean more opportunity to brush with black-legged ticks, the irksome creatures known for the spread of Lyme disease.
If you live in a highly endemic area such as Virginia, or elsewhere along the East Coast, you know you need to grab more than a pumpkin spice latte before heading off on a morning hike through the wooded trails.
Proper clothing and chemical repellent can help prevent tick bites and tick-borne illness. But did you know that Lyme disease can cause complications far greater than flu-like symptoms or a bullseye rash? Lyme disease can have a profound effect on mental health, especially if left untreated.
Dr. Robin Ridinger is a double-board-certified physician, whose expertise in Lyme Disease treatment is unparalleled. Based in Leesburg, Virginia, Dr. Ridinger utilizes a highly personalized, healing-oriented approach to her functional medicine practice. She takes the whole person into account, including all aspects of their lifestyle and full medical history.
