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Topic: OK to stop abx for a few days to get my brain back?

chicago_bird
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Member # 9301

posted

Hi all,

I have a job interview coming up this week, for a part-time job. My lyme symptoms have been flaring up lately, especially neuro symptoms. Might be herxing, because I started 200mg doxy/day a few weeks ago.

I really need a clear head for the interview. Do you think it would help to stop the abx for 3 days beforehand? Is it OK to take a break from the abx, or is that asking for an attack from the spirochetes?

Thanks for any advice!
Kate
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*Daisy*
LymeNet Contributor
Member # 9593

posted

My LLMD always lets me take a week off every month. Even when I was on doxy. I can't advise medically but this is what I have done.

Make sure you are drinking lots of water and helping yourself detox.

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Daisy

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5dana8
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Member # 7935

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Kate

Did you just start taking doxy?

You should call your LLMD. It's different for everyone.

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5dana8

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chicago_bird
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Member # 9301

posted

Thanks for your replies! I'm between LLMDs right now, since Dr B/Dr M in IL closed down in June.

I'll make sure to detox, to help get rid of the toxins that are getting me down.

keep on keepin' on,
Kate

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chicago_bird
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Member # 9301

posted

Dana, I forgot to answer your question. I started the doxy three weeks ago. It's the first time I've had any Lyme treatment.

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