Lyme in Norway
Interview with Paola Biometti
4/6/24
In this inspiring episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, host Matt Sabatello and special guest co-host Max Noir sit down with Paola Giometti, a dedicated biologist and cancer researcher from Brazil who now calls Tromsø, Norway, her home.
Battling the complexities of Lyme disease, Paola opens up about her life-changing journey from early symptoms to her diagnosis and the road to recovery.
What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
🌟 Introduction to Paola Giometti: Delve into the life of Paola Giometti, her illustrious career in cancer research, and her early years in Brazil before moving to the picturesque landscapes of Norway.
💔 Early Struggles with Lyme: Paola recounts the onset of Lyme disease at the tender age of 11, detailing the chronic fatigue, muscle weakness, and the subsequent misdiagnoses that clouded her youth.
🛤 The Road to Diagnosis: Uncover the strenuous path Paola navigated to finally receive a proper Lyme disease diagnosis at 39, amid the medical community’s challenges in Norway and Brazil.
💊 Journey Through Treatment: Listen as Paola shares the specifics of her treatment regimen, the daily impacts of her symptoms, and her unwavering commitment to recovery.
🔄 Impact of Lyme on Life: Gain insights into how Lyme disease reshaped Paola’s professional goals, social interactions, and her once-held athletic dreams.
📣 Guidance for Fellow Lyme Warriors: Paola extends her heartfelt advice to others facing the battles of Lyme disease, highlighting the significance of specialist care and self-advocacy.
🌈 A Beacon of Hope: Despite the hurdles, Paola emanates a powerful message of resilience and hope for individuals grappling with Lyme disease, offering solace and inspiration to all listeners.
Join us as we explore Paola’s profound story of struggle, perseverance, and hope. This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by Lyme disease or interested in the human spirit’s capacity to overcome adversity.
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