Lesley's Story: Is it Anxiety, Thyroid Issues or Lyme?

In this episode, Lesley shares her intense experience with an onset crisis linked to chronic infections and explores the intersection of traditional medicine, psychiatry, and addressing chronic infections. Lesley recounts her health journey, which initially involved manageable symptoms like night sweats and minor anxiety. However, following the birth of her granddaughter in 2022, she experienced a severe health collapse characterized by extreme anxiety, panic attacks, and sleeplessness. Despite efforts to manage her symptoms through medication and lifestyle changes, her condition worsened, leading to a psychiatric hospitalization. Lesley's story highlights the complexity of brain health and the significant impact chronic infections can have on mental well-being. In this episode you will learn about:Chronic infections' impact on mental healthMental health struggles and hormonal imbalancesMenopause, anxiety, and health issuesMental health struggles and medication side effectsInstagram: @heyheyelizabethmaeWebsite: www.heyheymae.com