Lyme Has a Chaotic Relative: What Everyone Should Know About Syphilis

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If you saw the wizard-in-a-death-spiral image on this page, you already understand the vibe: a pathogen that doesn’t just “show up,” get labeled, and politely exit. If Lyme disease is the spirochete people argue about at the dinner table, syphilis is the older relative nobody wants to mention—the one with a longer memory, a wider reach, and a talent for going quiet just long enough to be missed.

And “missed” is the operative word.

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Tick in a Box: Why Didn’t Justin Timberlake Get Morgellons?

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Picture this: Justin Timberlake, the king of pop who brought sexy back, is out there cryin’ a river on stage during his Forget Tomorrow World Tour, but not because of a bad breakup—nah, it’s because he’s secretly battling Lyme disease, that sneaky tick-borne villain. On July 31, 2025, JT dropped the bomb on Instagram, revealing he’d been diagnosed with Lyme, describing it as “relentlessly debilitating” with nerve pain so bad it felt like his body was staging a mutiny. Fans were shocked—how did the guy who once gifted us “Dick in a Box” end up with a “Tick in a Box” instead? But here’s the real head-scratcher: JT got Lyme, but he didn’t spiral into Morgellons, that bizarre skin condition often lurking in Lyme’s shadow like an unwanted sequel nobody asked for.

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Anger, Rage, Obsession, and Impulsion: Why People Think Lyme Disease is a Factor in the Luigi Mangione Case

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The Luigi Mangione case has garnered significant attention in recent weeks, with many people speculating about the potential factors that may have contributed to his behavior. One theory that has emerged is the possibility that Lyme disease played a role in his actions. But what is the basis for this claim, and is there any … Read more

Morgellons Disease: A Closer Look at the New Mayo Clinic Study and How it Fails to Understand the Literature

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What is Morgellons Disease and Why is the Mayo Clinic Study So Important? The Mayo Clinic recently produced a case study to better understand Morgellons disease, which could have significant implications for those suffering from it. Morgellons is a mysterious skin condition that has been baffling doctors for years. It is characterized by strange fibers … Read more

The LivLyme Summit: What You Need to Know About the Annual Conference

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This year, the LivLyme annual medical and scientific Lyme Disease Summit once again brought together a range of talented and seasoned professionals to discuss the latest developments in the fight against Lyme disease. The summit featured experts from various disciplines, including medical doctors, epidemiologists, public health officials, and researchers who have dedicated themselves to finding … Read more