In this week’s episode of Made to be Whole, host Krista Michener unpacks the latest breakthroughs from the ILADS Conference, focusing on advanced diagnostics and the pathogenesis of chronic diseases such as Lyme, Bartonella, Babesia, and mold illness. Drawing on expert lectures—including Dr. Eboni Cornish and Dr. Robert Mozeyani—Krista provides an informed guide to functional brain imaging, vascular inflammation, biofilm discoveries, sinus and asthma testing, and the nuances of direct vs. indirect microbial diagnostics. Explore new hope and practical strategies for those navigating complex chronic conditions, as we emphasize the importance of individualized care, persistence, and self-advocacy.

Topics Discussed in This Episode:

• The Role of SPECT Scans in Diagnosing Neurological and Infectious Conditions
• Understanding Vascular Inflammation and Its Symptoms in Bartonella and Related Diseases
• Navigating Insurance Challenges and the Cost of Advanced Diagnostic Testing
• Biofilms, Glymphatic System, and Insights from TLab Reports
• The Value of EEG and Connectivity Mapping in Chronic Illness
• Mold, Fungal Infections, and Reliable Sinus and Asthma Culture Testing
• Comparing Direct vs. Indirect Diagnostic Methods for Chronic Infections
• Practical Strategies for Mold and Mycotoxin Testing — At Home and in Clinical Settings

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Amen Clinics - SPECT Scans
• T Lab – Bartonella FISH and Biofilm Testing
• MicroGen Diagnostics – DNA/PCR Nasal Cultures
• MicrobiologyDX – MARCoNS and Fungal Testing
• Galaxy DiagnosticMicroGenDXs – Enhanced Bartonella PCR Testing
• IGeneX – 51B Panel & FISH Testing
• RealTime Labs – Mycotoxin Testing
• Mosaic Diagnostics – Mycotoxin Urine Testing

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