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The Mind Blowing Truth About Bartonella Most Doctors Don’t Know

Dive into the complex world of Bartonella with Dr. Ed Breitschwerdt, a leading veterinary researcher. Unravel the challenges of diagnosing this elusive bacteria, from understanding its diverse transmission vectors to exploring advanced detection methods like digital PCR. Gain insights into the pathophysiology of chronic Bartonella infections and its potential neuropsychiatric manifestations through intriguing case studies. Discover the intricate interplay between acute and chronic phases, antibody production, and the prevalence of different strains that can impact test results. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise in managing Bartonella and its intricate implications for human health.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:42 Interest in Bartonella Research

05:38 Challenges and Unique Aspects of Bartonella

08:37 Transmission of Bartonella

11:11 Vectors and Transmission to Humans

14:58 Prevalence of Bartonella and Challenges in Diagnosis

29:35 Chronic Bartonella Infection and Recrudescence

32:20 Pathophysiology of Chronic Bartonella Infection

36:06 Diagnostic Challenges and Digital PCR

41:13 Challenges in Accurate Diagnosis

42:02 Different Results from Different Labs

42:16 Different Isolates of the Organism

43:42 Prevalence of Bartonella Henselae Strains

44:41 Patients Stop Making Antibodies

45:56 Interplay Between Acute and Chronic Infections

46:45 Serofast State in Bartonella Henselae

47:21 Exposure to Bartonella Species

48:19 Testing Blood Donors for Bartonella

49:47 Role of Bartonella in Neurologic Diseases

52:43 Symptoms of Bartonella Infection

54:03 Understanding Bartonella on a Cellular Basis

57:34 Developing a Diagnostic Test for Bartonella

01:00:09 Vaccine Target for Bartonella

01:11:44 Protecting the Human-Animal Bond

01:18:03 Future Goals: Diagnostic Test and Vaccine

Learn more about my guest: Dr. Ed Breitschwerdt, DVM , DACVIM Learn more about Dr. Breitschwerdt and his work at NC State University- https://globalhealth.cvm.ncsu.edu/fac…

Learn more about Dr. Breitschwerdt’s work at Galaxy Diagnostics- https://www.galaxydx.com/

Donate to the NC State Bartonella/Vector Borne Research Fund- https://securelb.imodules.com/s/1209/…

For more:

• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2016/01/03/bartonella-treatment/
• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2019/04/24/human-bartonellosis-an-underappreciated-public-health-problem/
• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2021/05/20/chronic-bartonella-infections-in-animals-and-humans-crypto-infections-conference/
• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2020/07/16/5-questions-to-discuss-with-your-physician-when-bartonellosis-is-suspected/
• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2022/01/18/clinical-spectrum-of-persistent-bartonella-infection-and-considerations-in-diagnosis-treatment/
• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2022/01/07/bartonella-infection-in-mom-and-both-sons-anxiety-panic-attacks-insomnia-inconsolable-crying-irritability-adhd-rage-and-of-course-pain/
• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2020/11/01/understanding-bartonella-symptoms-testing-and-treatment/
• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2019/03/21/bartonella-sudden-onset-adolescent-schizophrenia-a-case-study/
• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2022/04/12/treating-bartonella-cleared-most-of-my-sons-symptoms-of-autism/
• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2024/02/08/als-ms-suspected-in-woman-later-diagnosed-with-bartonella-lyme-disease/
• https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2019/02/27/advanced-imaging-found-bartonella-around-pic-line/