Please if you know a good one that does gold standard testing IgenX(sp?) and would give me a good dose of antibiotics please refer.
Went into the woods and came out with a rash that swelled and then another came up no tick found. Follow this thread in healing well for more info on that.
That rash photo is very definitely, absolutely, without a doubt the classic bulls eye EM rash associated with lyme. It is proof (sorry to say).
And, it does not matter that it's faint. It's very clear to see. That's what matters. You do not need any test (too soon, anyway) . . . the bulls eye IS proof.
However, some doctors may not see it that way. Still, you need to get treatment ASAP. And not just doxycycline . .
you will also need something like flagyl to prevent lyme from turning into a chronic form (cyst form) that is not affected by any antibiotic.
If you do take doxycycline, you will need to stay out of the sun, totally. Minocycline is often used in the summer.
Avoid steroids and steroid creams or topical applications.
You should go back and take another photo with your face in it and the rash all together, so it will be identifiable as YOUR body, not a file photo. This is NOT to post but to have for a medical file. Some doctors may not believe you after the rash fades.
Keep the close up you already took, but also see if you can get one in natural light for better clarity.
And be sure the date is on that . . . and put a ruler or clean coin near the rash.
Someone on the other site referred to this as the "skin form of lyme" -- there is no such thing. Lyme is never JUST in the skin.
Within 12 hours of a bite, lyme can reach the inside of the brain and the nervous system, maybe even in shorter time. It is always a systemic matter. Always. And that is why it's really important to get comprehensive treatment ASAP.
The links and all other information posted for you by the moderator at the other site is accurate.
Many LLMDs have long waiting lists. Tell them you have a EM rash now and ask for their advice.
The good news is that you have proof that you need to address this right now. When that is done, early, you have an excellent chance of this being just a blip on the screen. Still, you some LLMDs suggest at least 7 months of care.
Hopefully, this will go as well as possible. Make healthy choices in food and only nonaerobic exercise (walking, etc.). Aerobic exercise with infection can pose risks to the heart. Do not overdue it with activities, still, if you feel well enough stay moderately active. Live your life, just on high speed.
If you feel like you need to rest, the same goes for that. Your body will tell you.
Be sure to avoid alcohol.
AND COINFECTIONS will need to be assessed, too.
Someone will have some suggestions for you, I'm sure of it. Take very good care now.
Good luck. -
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