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Hi, I have been batteling lymes for about 4 years, ive finally decided I need to go to a lymes specialist since I seem to be getting worse.
I am limited on money so I need to put my money in the right place.
Could I get anyones imput on where my money will be the best spent....
Ive heard about Igenex lab test....do you all think that would be the best lab?
also ive heard about a test called ASYRA what is the overall thoughts on that? do most feel it is accurate at detecting coinfections etc?
im running out of money and obviously not working so I need to find out, if I can, what im dealing with in the way of coinfections, so I can be treated properly,
im having siezures which is my newest addition to my list of ailments.
I really need a lymes for dummies book because alot of this stuff makes no sense to me...so any explanation in layman terms would be great.
thank you Posts: 27 | From NJ | Registered: Apr 2011
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Call for the test kit and when it comes you take it to your LLMD or a doctor who will sign off on it. When you get the blood drawn (EARLY in the week) you send it by FedEx and pay for it at that time.
Stop any antibiotics 14 days before the blood draw.
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You need to be prepared that most LLMD's do not accept insurance. It's a costly disease :/
Sorry you are feeling worse
-------------------- First Symptom 9/09 Multiple docs, negative Labcorp test LLMD: 1/10 Positive Igenex/CDC test Treatment 2/10 2/10-8/10 Amox, ceftin, zith, flagyl Currently: Bicillin, Minocycline, still dealing with severe breathing issues
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i used stony brook for WB and MDL for co infections. both took my insurance and both got me results. spent 600 on igenex co psnel and got nothing
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I believe the IGeneX lab is offering a 75% discount for those qualifying as low-income, which it sounds like you do. You can call them at 1-800-832-3200 to discuss.
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