from dr Horowitz
Tick borne infections not only change your life, but the life and behavior of ticks:
"As a general trend, being infected by Borrelia and TBEV boosts tick mobility (both questing and walking activity). Borrelia and Anaplasma infection magnifies Ixodes desiccation
resistance, triggering physiological changes (Borrelia: higher fat reserves; Anaplasma: synthesis of heat shock proteins). Anaplasma infection also improves cold resistance in infected ticks through synthesis of an antifreeze glycoprotein. Being infected by Anaplasma, Borrelia and Babesia leads to increased ticksurvival and Borrelia, Babesia and Bartonella infection facilitates blood engorgement".
This is why an anti-tick vaccine, not just against one organism, but one that would cover a broad range of bacterial, viral and parasitic diseases makes the most sense. It was discussed years ago by major researchers, and then mysteriously faded from view. That is a true shame. The double dose dapsone protocol has been working for many with Lyme, but is not as effective when co-infected with active Babesia and Bartonella. We need to prevent exposure to co-infections just as we need to protect against Lyme. The death rates from an infection with Ehrlichia, Anaplasma, rickettsial species and Powassan can range from 1% to 10-15%.
Always remember to use tick and mosquito prevention when going outside. It may save your life.
mdpi.com
Pathogens Manipulating Tick Behavior—Through a Glass, Darkly
