Hi Merry. The virus has all concerned. Because of chronic lung issues I’m sticking to essential only appointments, and trying to run errands (not many) infrequently and during off-hours to avoid crowds. Living in a senior community with a common dining room does present some challenges. So far dining in the apartment has worked out. Hoping and praying we all stay well.

@merpreb Interesting article. Reading about RNA (ribonucleic acid) brought me back to my old school days too! Now I will promptly forget what the article said.

@aeg73 Lyme was a huge concern initially and then AIDS came along and took the spotlight. Lyme has never gotten the attention that it should. I am not familiar enough to understand about "bands" but I have known a couple of people who have had Lyme. My step-daughter and both her son and daughter have had it, they lived in a "hot spot". Fortunately they were treated early. When you are not, as you were not, it is really difficult when it becomes a chronic condition. It sounds pretty miserable. I hope the Lyme specialist can give you some help. I have heard that one of the top Lyme specialists has her practice in MA but the wait for an appointment is extremely long.

@danaj60 I am surprised that you tested positive so long after contracting Lyme. I had heard that there is a window of time after which it does not show up in tests. I'm glad that was not true for you and that you are getting treatment.
JK