We are still learning all the various ways that Lyme can wreak havoc on our bodies. Unfortunately, the longer the disease stays in the system, the more unpredictable its effects can be. Consequently, the less we know about it. Borrelia burgdorferi, the Lyme-causative bacteria, is a resilient, durable species of pathogen that actively resists the body’s attempts to overcome it. As it is allowed to spread further around the body, it can infiltrate key areas, leading to many varied symptoms and responses. One of the lesser-studied symptoms of Lyme disease is the toll it can take on the endocrine system. While it may not be the first thing that many people associate with a Lyme infection, it can still have a measurable impact on a patient’s health.
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