Lyme Disease & Tick-Borne Illness Care in Carmel, Indiana

At The Functional MDs, our board-certified physicians provide structured, evidence-informed care for patients experiencing persistent symptoms, co-infections, and immune disruption following tick exposure.

What Is Lyme Disease & Tick-Borne Illness Care?

Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses can trigger ongoing symptoms even after initial exposure or treatment. At The Functional MDs, our approach focuses on evaluating the underlying contributors driving persistent inflammation, neurological symptoms, and immune system dysfunction.

Using advanced functional testing, our physicians assess factors such as immune response patterns, neurological involvement, inflammatory markers, and possible co-infections. Care is individualized and designed to support the body’s recovery processes while addressing lingering symptom patterns.

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Signs You May Need Evaluation for Tick-Borne Illness

Symptoms related to Lyme disease and tick-borne illness can vary widely and may persist or evolve over time. Many patients seek care when symptoms remain unresolved or begin affecting daily function.

  • Brain Fog or Cognitive Changes
    Difficulty concentrating, memory lapses, or mental sluggishness are common neurological Lyme disease symptoms and may reflect ongoing neuroinflammation or immune dysregulation.
  • Fatigue After a Tick Bite
    Persistent or worsening fatigue, even after adequate rest, may signal immune system strain following tick exposure.
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  • Neurological Symptoms
    Headaches, dizziness, tingling, numbness, or balance issues can be signs of neurological Lyme disease symptoms affecting the central or peripheral nervous system.
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  • Joint or Muscle Discomfort
    Ongoing joint stiffness, muscle aches, or migrating pain may be associated with inflammatory responses triggered by tick-borne illness.
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  • Mood Changes or Sleep Disturbances
    Anxiety, low mood, irritability, or disrupted sleep patterns can occur when inflammation and immune signaling affect the nervous system.
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  • Persistent Flu-Like Symptoms
    Recurring fevers, chills, night sweats, or malaise may indicate unresolved immune activation or co-infections.
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Our MD-Led Functional Approach

Rather than focusing solely on symptom suppression, we evaluate the broader physiological patterns contributing to ongoing illness. Our physicians take a systems-based approach to understand how tick exposure may be impacting immune, neurological, and inflammatory pathways.

Our evaluation may include assessment of:

  • Immune system function and inflammatory markers
  • Neurological involvement and cognitive symptoms
  • Possible tick-borne co-infections
  • Detoxification and biotoxin response patterns
  • Hormonal and metabolic stress responses

This information allows us to create a structured, personalized care plan aligned with your health history and symptom profile.

What to Expect from Your Tick-Borne Illness Care Plan

Your care begins with an in-depth consultation and targeted diagnostic testing. Once results are reviewed, your physician develops a phased plan focused on supporting immune balance, reducing inflammation, and improving neurological function. Patients commonly report:
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  • Improved mental clarity and reduced brain fog
  • Increased energy and physical resilience
  • Better sleep quality
  • Reduced frequency or intensity of neurological symptoms
  • Improved overall well-being and daily function

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Why Trust Our Team?

Our team brings a wealth of expertise in functional medicine, specializing in uncovering and addressing the underlying factors contributing to health issues.

With a focus on personalized wellness plans, informed by extensive training and experience, our is dedicated to guiding patients towards sustainable health and vitality.

We’re a team of health fanatics🧠💪, brought together by one mission— Human Well-Being.

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Conditions We Treat at The Functional MDs

Hormone Optimization (Thyroid, Adrenal & HRT)

Bioidentical hormone therapy for full-spectrum balance.

Autoimmune Conditions & Chronic Inflammation

Reverse immune imbalance and reduce chronic inflammation.

Gut Health & Food Sensitivities

Heal the gut and uncover reactive foods.

Mold, Heavy Metals, and Environmental Toxins

Treat hidden toxic exposures like mold and heavy metals.

Functional Fertility & Reproductive Health

Root-cause fertility care for women and men.

Chronic Fatigue & Fibromyalgia

Uncover drivers of fatigue and chronic pain.

Cellular Energy, Mitochondria & Detoxification

Strengthen liver function and eliminate internal toxin load.

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)

Support for complex histamine-related symptoms through systems-based, physician-guided care.

Cardiometabolic Health & Cholesterol Optimization

Support heart, blood sugar, and cholesterol health.

Longevity & Healthy Aging

Slow biological aging and support cellular vitality.

Mood & Cognitive Health

Functional approach to anxiety, brain fog, memory, and mood imbalance.

Body Recomposition & Muscle Health

Build muscle and improve body composition.

CIRS & MARCoNS

Evaluation and phased support for chronic inflammatory patterns tied to mold or biotoxin exposure.

Lyme Disease & Tick-Borne Illness

Structured care for persistent symptoms, co-infections, and immune disruption after tick exposure.

Peptide Therapy & Cellular Regeneration

Support cellular repair, recovery, and resilience—under medical guidance.

Post-Viral & Long COVID Recovery

Rebuild energy, clarity, and immune resilience—one system at a time.

Thyroid Health & Hypothyroidism Care

Root-cause thyroid testing and treatment for hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, and low T3 conversion.

"Your body is always speaking—symptoms are just the language. The real question is, are we listening?"

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