122. Babesia (Lyme Co-infection) - Pathology of the Parasitic Infection, Flu-Like Symptoms, "Air Hunger," Labs, Anti-Malaria Treatments, & More

In this episode, we explore the intricacies of Babesia and Babesiosis, exploring how this protozoan parasite infects red blood cells and evades the immune system. We discuss the various pathological effects of the infection, including impaired blood flow, tissue ischemia, and multi-organ dysfunction syndrome. Additionally, we cover common symptoms, relevant bloodwork indicators, and an overview of anti-malarial herbs/supplements and other strategies often employed in cases of Babesia. Topics: Introduction Recap of previous discussions on Lyme disease and mold Overview of chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS) or biotoxin illness protocols Introduction to the current topic: Babesia and Babesiosis Overview of Babesiosis Definition and cause of Babesiosis Explanation of protozoan parasites Transmission method: tick bites Broad overview of Babesia infection process Babesia Infection Process Entry into the bloodstream via tick bite Infection and multiplication in red blood cells (RBCs) Hemolytic event: rupture of RBCs and hemolytic anemia Babesia's Evasion Mechanisms Avoidance of immune detection and spleen clearance Expression of parasite-encoded proteins on infected RBCs (iRBCs) Adherence to capillary endothelial cells in internal organs Capillary blockage and tissue damage Antigenic variation: changing surface proteins to evade antibodies Pathological Effects of Babesia Impaired blood flow and tissue ischemia Local inflammatory responses Multi-organ dysfunction syndrome Symptoms of Babesiosis Air hunger and low oxygen levels Common symptoms: fever, fatigue, muscle and joint pain, headaches, jaundice, dark urine, nausea, abdominal pain Severe symptoms: organ failure, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), splenomegaly, low blood pressure and shock Bloodwork Indicators for Babesiosis Diagnostic tests: FISH test Hematological markers: hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, hemoglobinuria, hyperbilirubinemia, elevated LDH, reticulocytosis Complement protein C4A and CD57 count Strategies for Babesiosis Importance of working with licensed medical professionals Mention of standard herbs and treatments Anti-malarials (mepron, artemisinin, cryptolepis), antibiotics (azithromycin), methylene blue, lumbrokinase Thank you to our episode sponsor: Liver Medic Use code Chloe20 to save 20% on ⁠"Leaky Gut Repair"⁠ ⁠Brendan's YouTube Channel⁠ ⁠https://x.com/livermedic⁠ Thanks for tuning in! Get Chloe's Book Today! "⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠75 Gut-Healing Strategies & Biohacks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" If you liked this episode, please leave a rating and review or share it to your stories over on Instagram. If you tag @synthesisofwellness, Chloe would love to personally thank you for listening! Follow Chloe on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@synthesisofwellness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Chloe on TikTok @chloe_c_porter Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠synthesisofwellness.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to purchase products, subscribe to our mailing list, and more! Or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/synthesisofwellness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to see all of Chloe's links, schedule a BioPhotonic Scanner consult with Chloe, or support the show!