After 5 conferences, a lot of learning and bringing doctors of many backgrounds together, we have realized that the best approach would be an "Eclectic Healing Approach". Eclectic Healing means taking the very best from many different treatment methods. That is what we see both kids and adults getting better by doing. Locking in on one protocol or one type of a treatment hasn't panned out for most. Therefore, naming what we have been educating these many years, only makes sense.
Treatment decisions should always be made with your doctor. If you test positive for Lyme disease and/or borreliosis, you need to contact an LLMD (Lyme literate medical doctor) to help form a treatment plan. If your child also has autism, then it would be a good idea to have your autism doctor and Lyme doctor collaborate on treatment, working together as a team towards healing your child.
The LIA Foundation does not offer medical advice or give input as to what the "best" treatment is. Every adult and child alike is different in their total body burden of toxins and infections. A customized treatment plan needs to be made for each patient. Do not accept a "cookie cutter" approach that many physicians offer. See the following pages for treatment options.
The information on this website is for educational purposes only. It is given in good faith to help people understand more about this disease. It is not intended to replace or supersede patient care by a healthcare providor. If an individual suspects the presence of a tick-borne illness, that individual should consult a healthcare provider who is familiar with the diagnosis and treatment of tick-borne diseases and autism.