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Infectious Disease / Lyme Co-infection

Ehrlichiosis (Lyme Co-infection)

Gabriel recognizes Ehrlichia/Anaplasma as important co-infection causing severe fatigue, headaches, low white blood cells.

Root Causes

6 identified

Supplements

12 recommended

Lab Markers

9 to test

Treatments

6 modalities

Gabriel's Approach

Gabriel recognizes Ehrlichia/Anaplasma as important co-infection causing severe fatigue, headaches, low white blood cells. Testing via IgeneX or specialty labs. Protocol: 1) Antimicrobial herbs (Sida acuta, Alchornea, Houttuynia effective for Ehrlichia), 2) Immune support (paradoxically need both immune stimulation and modulation), 3) Detox support, 4) Address co-infections, 5) Support affected organs (liver, spleen, bone marrow). Acute Ehrlichiosis can be life-threatening—chronic form causes debilitating fatigue.

Root Causes

Ehrlichia bacteria (transmitted by ticks, often with Lyme)
Intracellular infection (infects white blood cells)
Immune suppression
Chronic inflammation
Co-infections common
Acute phase can be severe if untreated

Why Conventional Fails

Standard Treatment

Doxycycline (primary treatment for acute Ehrlichiosis, life-saving if started early), Rifampin added if severe, IV doxycycline for hospitalized patients, treatment typically 7-14 days for acute infection.

The Problem

Acute Ehrlichiosis well-treated with doxycycline (appropriate use), but chronic Ehrlichiosis often missed or dismissed by conventional medicine, short antibiotic courses inadequate for chronic infection, doesn't address immune dysfunction or co-infections, no support for detoxification or organ healing, relapse common without comprehensive approach, conventional testing often negative despite active infection.

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What's Included

  • Sida acuta 1000mg 3x/day
  • Alchornea 1000mg 3x/day
  • Houttuynia 1000mg 3x/day
  • Astragalus 500mg 2x/day (immune support)
  • Astragalus (Huang Qi) — Strengthens immune defense against tick-borne bacterial infection
  • Andrographis (Chuan Xin Lian) — Powerful antibacterial herb effective against ehrlichiosis
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What's Included

  • Standard Process whole food protocol
  • Clear the Nutritive Level Decoction (Qing Ying Tang) — Clears heat from the blood level where ehrlichia bacteria reside
  • Tonify the Middle and Augment the Qi (Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang) — Rebuilds energy and immune strength depleted by infection
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  • BPC-157 (tissue repair + gut healing)
  • Thymosin Alpha-1 (immune modulation)
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Recommended Supplements

Sida acuta 1000mg 3x/day
Alchornea 1000mg 3x/day
Houttuynia 1000mg 3x/day
Astragalus 500mg 2x/day (immune support)
Cordyceps 1000mg (bone marrow support)
Japanese Knotweed 1000mg 3x/day
Milk Thistle 300mg 3x/day
Liposomal Glutathione 500mg 2x/day
CoQ10 300mg
Binders
B-Complex
Vitamin D3 5000 IU

Key Lab Markers

Ehrlichia/Anaplasma IgM/IgG (IgeneX)
Ehrlichia PCR
Complete blood count (leukopenia, thrombocytopenia common)
Liver function tests (transaminases often elevated)
Comprehensive metabolic panel
hs-CRP
Ferritin
Co-infection panel
CD57

Dietary Guidance

Anti-inflammatory diet, eliminate sugar, gluten, dairy, processed foods; Bone broth for immune support; Medicinal mushrooms (reishi, cordyceps) for bone marrow support; Organic foods; Liver-supporting foods (beets, dandelion, artichoke); Adequate protein for immune function; Hydration critical.

Lifestyle Factors

Prioritize sleep (8-9 hours), severe fatigue management (pacing, rest when needed), gentle movement only, stress management, sauna therapy (not if acute fever), lymphatic support, avoid tick exposure (prevention critical), mold remediation if present, adequate rest during treatment (pushing through worsens condition).

Mind, Body & Spirit

Evidence-based practices that complement physical treatment protocols

Mind

Energy Conservation Strategies

strong

Cognitive approaches to managing severe fatigue and pacing activities.

Meditation for Immune Balance

moderate

Supporting immune modulation through mind-body practices.

Healing Visualization

moderate

Imagery targeting infection clearance and organ healing.

Body

Gentle Qigong

moderate

Slow movement for energy cultivation without overtaxing the system.

Spirit

Spiritual Support

moderate

Finding meaning and hope during challenging chronic illness journey.

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