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Sick and tired of being ignored, misdiagnosed

Many North Shore families have Lyme disease, and are having a hard time finding help

By Bella English
Globe Staff / June 1, 2005

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The basket sits like a centerpiece in the middle of Paula Gesmundo's dining room table. But instead of spilling over with ivy, it is piled high with bottles: antibiotics, antiprotozoans, nutritional supplements, stuff for the stomach. It is a family basket; everyone knows which medication to take, and when to take it. (Full article: 1782 words)

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