The Little Things We Take for Granted

So as some of you may be aware, three weeks ago I was bitten by a deer tick. I found it — and removed it — within 24 hours, then found the bullseye rash and realized I was probably infected with Lyme disease. So, I went to the doc and got on antibiotics right away. No problem. A week later, I developed Bell’s Palsy, which means the right side of my face became paralyzed. Yay.

Well, today, about 2 weeks after the onset, I noticed my right cheek twitching, which it has done on occasion basically since this all started. I tried to control it, as I have in the past (and failed), and this time it worked. Now I can twitch my right cheek (a little bit, anyway) on command! A small step, but HUGE in that it’s a step in the right direction.

Maybe this thing won’t last too long after all…

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4 Responses to “The Little Things We Take for Granted”

  1. Matt Hoult Says:

    I certainly hope it doesn’t Dave. I really do feel for you because although I haven’t experienced it myself, I knew someone that had it for a few months once (never did figure out why) and she had a real hard time with it. I can only imagine how bad it must be knowing that it effects you in ways you never thought possible.

    It sounds like good news though and I wish you the best of luck. We’re thinking of you, get better soon and let the good times roll.

  2. Matt Hoult Says:

    I certainly hope it doesn’t Dave. I really do feel for you because although I haven’t experienced it myself, I knew someone that had it for a few months once (never did figure out why) and she had a real hard time with it. I can only imagine how bad it must be knowing that it effects you in ways you never thought possible.
    It sounds like good news though and I wish you the best of luck. We’re thinking of you, get better soon and let the good times roll.

  3. david Says:

    It’s always the little things, isn’t it?

    Good luck and get better!

  4. david Says:

    It’s always the little things, isn’t it?
    Good luck and get better!

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