When I was first diagnosed with Lyme Disease, I was having panic attacks and anxiety every day. Then, my symptoms slowly started getting worse and I had more and more symptoms as the months went by....
Hi Shan Rock, You are correct about the Doxy. Here is a list of fatty foods you can eat when you take mepron: Olive Oil Peanut Butter Eggs Whole Milk When I was on Mepron, I would eat a piece of...
Definitely take a picture of it with a quarter next to it to give it size definition. You will want to keep this for your records just in case it is a tick bite. It's hard to tell you too, if it is...
I thought it would be interesting to see everyone's Igenex results. If you don't mind, could you post your results here? I have to dig mine up. I actually have two. I will post them later today....
Hi Jake, Welcome to the forum! We're so glad that you found us:) For information on finding a Lyme Literate Medical Doctor(LLMD) in your area, please email our long time member, Dan's Mother at:...
How very sad. I am so sorry to hear this....
The test is called an NK Stricker Panel CD57. You can ask your LLMD or even a family doctor to do it....
Hi JohnDo, Welcome to the forum! We're so glad you found us:) I'm sure others will reply but I wanted to ask if any other tests were taken? Did your rheumatologist say it was Tendonitis? I'm just...
From JohnDo: JohnDo New Member Posted Today 11:54 PM (GMT -6) I also have tendonitis on multiple sites. It started on my right knee then my left then to wrist then shoulder then thumb. I wonder...
JT, Why don't you set up your email account so that you and others can exchange information. Go to "My Profile" on the top, left hand side and you can add your email there....
Hi JT, I'm really sorry that your feelings were hurt. It's really hard sifting through these posts and deciding what is right and what is wrong. Im sure you are trying to help, but even then, not one...
JT, I am very happy to hear that you are better but you should understand that we have had many problems with people coming in here claiming that they were cured in just a few weeks. I'm not saying...
I agree with Traveler. I enjoyed reading. Thank you all for keeping it as a debate, as it should be....
Hi Phillypina, Welcome to the forum! Could you elaberate a little more? Were you on antibiotics while pregnant? How long have you been symptom free? What concerns you about your babies?...
Hi hun. I moved your post so you would get more responses. Posted Today 2:55 AM (GMT -6) Phillypina Wrote: does anyone have anyone have any new information or any personal experience to add to...
Hi tiffanieanne, Welcome to the forum! We're so glad that you found us:) For information on finding a Lyme Literate Medical Doctor(LLMD) in your area, please email our long time member, Dan's Mother...
IgM vs IgG An immunoglobulin or antibody refers to proteins that bind to antigens in specific cases. Both IgM and IgG refer to a class of immunoglobulin. Antibodies are produced by the immune system...
Please read the link below. http://www.ehow.com/how_2165217_avoid-doxycycline-side-effects.html ...
Welcome to the forum JT! Please read the thread titled, "New To Lyme?...Start Here!" as achievinggrace has mentioned because it sounds like you need to detox. There is some helpful information in...
Wow Springsjean, I am so sorry. Please find him an LLMD right away because 100mg a day of Doxy is NOT enough for a new infection. Please read what IILADS has to say about dosaging below. Dosage:...
Moderators- I will talk to Peter but I am sure it is okay to leave this post up. Hansa Center refers some of their Lyme patients to HealingWell....
springsjean, Go to a different gastro doctor. He needs to do a scope to see what's going on! So many times I was told that there is nothing wrong when I had a growth in my stomach causing me to...
Did they mention if he was anemic? Low RBC and hemoglobin normally points to anemia. It is good that the gastro doctor is checking him. He could have a bleeding ulcer causing this....
The problem with Quest and other labs, is that they do not use all the Lyme bands for testing. It was a good idea that you sent his bloodwork off to Igenex. Also, I think you are covering all the...
If I'm not mistaken, I do think that mixing it yourself is a lot cheaper. Why don't you give them a call and ask. I'm sure they would tell you....
I've heard of using Diflucan to treat Lyme Disease. Diflucan is sometimes used when you have neuro-borreliosis. Read the website below. It is really interesting. http://www.canlyme.com/diflucan.html ...
Hi Mae, Welcome to the forum! Try this link. They have plenty of discounted medicines and they strive to help people who do not have insurance. Their contact number is on the web page. Hopefully,...
Hi bumblesunshine, 21 days is normally not long enough treatment. You are obviously not seeing a Lyme Literate doctor which is very important when you have this disease. You really need to find an...
Hi Mojo, Welcome to the forum! We're so glad that you found us:) For information on finding a Lyme Literate Medical Doctor(LLMD) in your area, please email our long time member, Dan's Mother at:...
Hi bumblesunshine, Here is more information to help you find a good doctor. Make sure that the doctor you go to is Lyme Literate and is associated with ILADS. they will know more about this disease...
Hi Jenn, I'm sorry you are struggling again. Here is some info to help you find an LLMD in your area. For information on finding a Lyme Literate Medical Doctor(LLMD) in your area, please email our...
Thanks for helping Cheezhead:) Welcome to the forum ncgirl! For information on finding a Lyme Literate Medical Doctor(LLMD) in your area, please email our long time member, Dan's Mother at:...
Please read the forum rules before posting. There is NO ADVERTISING allowed on this forum. If you keep advertising, especially in different forums, you risk your account being banned. It's okay to...
For anyone starting these baths for the first time, it is best to start off slow and only stay in for 10 minutes. You should work your way up to 30 minutes VERY slowly or you risk causing a herx...
I think that the urologist will be better at answering this for you. I would go ahead and do the cystoscopy because this test will determine what's going on. Good luck with everything and keep us...
Doing a detox can sometimes cause a herx reaction but it is good to get the toxins out. How long did you stay in? You may have to take it slow next time and only stay in about 10 minutes. Also, make...
It could attack one joint at a time or multiple joints. It started in my fingers then moved to the rest of my body pretty quickly. But, everyone is different. Some complain of it jumping from joint...
Hi TrailWalker, Here is a great explanation of that test! There is one test that may be useful in screening patients suspected of being infected with Bartonella. This test may also be particularly...
I have hip pain but I have RA. Just keep an eye on it and if it continues jumping from joint to joint because that's what RA does. You could maybe have the start of Lyme Arthritis too. Make sure your...
Hi Radiant, I would definitely get the tick tested just in case it did latch on to one of you and you didn't know. The most reliable place to have the tick tested is Igenex Labs in CA. I believe it...
If you have noticed this happening on HealingWell, it is not actually HealingWell causing it. You probably have spam or malware on your computer so the best thing to do is download a free version...
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Hi SwashPro, Welcome to the forum! We are so glad you found us:) How long has it been since you've been diagnosed with Lyme? Are you seeing a Lyme Literate Medical Doctor(LLMD)? I would definitely...
Hi TrailWalker, Here is some information we have gathered to help our members find a LLMD. I hope this helps:) For information on finding a Lyme Literate Medical Doctor(LLMD) in your area, please...
Lyme rage is very hard to deal with. Make sure you have been tested for Bartonella as it too can cause rage. I always suggest taking natural supplements like trytaphan or anything that has a calming...
I think your doctor has your best interest at hand. I agree that you should trust him/her more so that you can start healing. It is very important to trust your doctor and be able to communicate your...
The rules need to be followed. This is a support forum, not a debating forum. Please make sure the rules are followed. Everyone here has different ways of healing and treating this disease. What...
In my opinion, it is a risk to keep him around. If you really want to keep him, then protecting him with advantage or which ever one keeps the ticks from biting is the best option. I know it's a...
Hi Lymie, It sounds like you are in good hands and your doctor knows what he's doing. I always recommend taking supplements to help boost your immune system while on treatment. Ask your doctor first,...
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