Understanding One of the Most Misunderstood Illnesses of Our Time
Lyme disease is often called the “great imitator” because its symptoms mimic dozens of other conditions — from chronic fatigue and depression to autoimmune disorders and neurological decline. At St. George Hospital, we go beyond symptom suppression to address the root cause: Borrelia burgdorferi, a complex, spiral-shaped bacterium transmitted primarily through tick bites. But in many cases, Lyme is not alone — co-infections, immune exhaustion, and environmental toxicity often play a central role in a patient’s illness.
First described in the U.S. in the 1970s, Lyme disease has since become a global health issue — especially in Europe and North America. In Germany alone, tens of thousands of new infections are estimated each year. Despite this, many cases remain undiagnosed due to unreliable testing methods and symptom variability. Many patients suffer for years without knowing the real cause of their illness. At St. George Hospital, we take every Lyme case seriously and treat it with a scientific and personalized approach.
Lyme is not a uniform infection. It can remain dormant for years, hide from the immune system, and often comes in combination with pathogens like Babesia, Bartonella, Ehrlichia, or Mycoplasma. Conventional tests often miss chronic infections. At St. George Hospital, we use comprehensive diagnostics including immunological markers, dark-field microscopy, inflammation profiles, and microbiome analysis to uncover hidden infections and systemic dysfunctions.
Lyme disease affects more than just one organ. Patients often experience a wide range of symptoms:
These symptoms are not psychological. They are the result of chronic inflammation, neurotoxins, immune dysregulation, and untreated co-infections. We take every symptom seriously.
