Why Can't I Get Better?: Solving the Mystery of Lyme & Chronic Disease

Dr. Richard I. Horowitz presents his clinical findings on diagnosing, treating, and managing Lyme disease and its role in chronic illness. Lyme disease can resemble many conditions, including Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, autoimmune diseases like MS, psychiatric conditions such as depression and anxiety, and cognitive problems similar to early dementia. Known as the "Great Imitator," Lyme disease is difficult to diagnose accurately, and ongoing medical debate about chronic infection complicates patient access to effective care. When Dr. Horowitz established his medical practice in the Hudson Valley over two decades ago, he discovered the region was a center for Lyme disease. He found that many chronic disease diagnoses in his patients were actually caused by Lyme, and that untreated infections could develop into disabling conditions. Having treated over 12,000 patients, Dr. Horowitz has developed an approach he describes as a significant shift in how the disease is understood. This book serves as a resource for patients with chronic illness to recognize their symptoms and collaborate with their doctors on treatment strategies, while addressing the confusion, misinformation, and unanswered questions surrounding the disease.