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bejoy
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I've been away for a long time, busy being well, but I know its helpful to hear from people who are past the business of Lyme.

I grew up near Lyme Connecticut, and probably had Lyme Disease and Co-Infections most of my life. I had symptoms since I was a child, but they took my health and strength when I was about 30.

I could barely get out of a chair because of the fatigue, the pain was so great I couldn't sleep at night, and my mind was so confused it became too dangerous to drive.

I got my life back after a Lyme diagnosis and treatment in my mid 40's.

Now I'm a single mom, I run two businesses, I just remodeled an old house (mostly with my own hands), and I run, ski, and play with my friends. (Next challenge and comittment - get enough sleep!)

I ran a 10K this spring, and am now training for a 17 mile Ragnar. After the race I had to walk on just bawling from the emotion of it.

There was a time when I had lost the will to live, and had no concept of being out of pain. I feel like I ran that race for all of us!

The friends I ran with had no clue, and there was no way to explain the victory I felt. I hope they will never be able to understand!

Just want to encourage each of you that you can absolutely get well, so don't give up!

I'll try to stop in from time to time with some thoughts on health and healing. I owe this board so much. You got me through the hard times and back to health. You believed in me when I had no where else to turn. I believe in you!!!

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bejoy!

"Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." -Ralph Waldo Emerson

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surprise
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Thank you!!

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Lyme positive PCR blood, and
positive Bartonella henselae Igenex, 2011.
low positive Fry biofilm test, 2012.
Update 7/16- After extensive treatments,
doing okay!

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MamaMelvis
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You have me in tears! So wonderful that you are well again.

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~*Melvis*~

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Lymetoo
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Hi, bejoy!! CONGRATULATIONS!! Did you add your story to the Success Stories thread in General Support??

If not, please do!!

[hi]

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birdie67
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Ohh, I just loved reading this!!! Thank you SO much for stoping by and sharing your wonderful story!!

Blessings to you and continued great health [Smile]

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Lymedin2010
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So happy that you got well. An inspiration to all of us.

Do you have a link to your full story & what you did to get well?

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linky123
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Thanks for coming back and sharing!

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'Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.' Matthew 11:28

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jackie51
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Good to hear. Thanks for stopping in.
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Thank you Bejoy! I needed to hear that... I was just diagnosed this week and I am terrified about starting treatment. Good to hear that it will be worth it at the end of this crazy journey...
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nefferdun
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i am so glad you recovered your life. It is really an inspiring story. Makes me want to stand up and cheer.

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old joke: idiopathic means the patient is pathological and the the doctor is an idiot

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Silverwolf
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Hi <<<<< bejoy >>>>>,

Thank You for sharing Your Victory!!!

I really needed this today!!! [Smile]

Jus'Silverwolfi

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2006,May-August2006 Dx w/ Lyme/Bartonella/White Matter Lesion Disease on Brain.
[ Clinical Dx w/ two positives and several IND's on the tests from Igenex ], Prior Dx of CFIDS/CEBV 1992, and FMS '93-'94
Diabetes*2 Dx 10/'08

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Jennifer70
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needed this tonight! thank u and God continue to bless you [Smile]

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Psalm 119:50
My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life.

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sparkle7
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Good for you! I'm glad you came back to say "hi". I think people here could use support from people who have been dealing with this issue of Lyme & the co-infections. Especially, from people who regain their health!

Thanks for the inspiration.

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nonna05
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PRAISE GOD [spinning smile]

NEEDED TO SEE THIS SO BADLY TONIGHT,

THANK YOU FOR CHECKING IN

Nonna

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dbpei
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Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by and give us hope! Is your story written anywhere on this site so we can see what helped you and what did not?

I know each case is different and we all respond to different treatments, but the success stories are far and few so any information would be so appreciated.

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AuntyLynn
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Bejoy -

Congratulations!!!
And thanks SO MUCH for sharing your success story with us!

Would you mind sharing? What abx, if any, were included in your treatment, and how long did you treat before you were symptom free?

Thanks so much! And keep on truckin'!!

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Lymetoo
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Success Stories:

http://flash.lymenet.org/scripts/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=3;t=015820;p=0

Need more hope?? Go read the stories!! [Smile]

moving to General Support

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