my stomach is already messed up pre-abx - diarrhea, yeast, etc - not sure what's caused by lyme and what's other stuff- will i be able to tolerate orals? i don't have the money for IV, so i really hope i can deal with orals.

Since you have an appointment with Dr. C in a few days, you should make a list of all your questions.

My kids see Dr. C. I always bring a list of current meds, symptoms and any questions.

I had stomach problems for a long time before I was ever treated for lyme. It could be yeast lyme or both.

I had had some big problems and had a severe bout of colitis at one time many years ago from which I never really recovered. Had a million tests (tv up your butt) and they could never find anything wrong.

My holistic doc ordered a stool sample lab test and they found "lots of yeast" even before I started meds. And I don't even eat sugar or high carbs, haven't for three years.

Yeast overgrowth was one of my early symptoms of lyme, although I did not know it.
Could not get rid of it no matter what I did. Supplements and a "really" strict diet would help but never eliminated it.

I believe lyme treatment must be a combination of both alternative and conventional treatment. My holistic doctor has been a main support for me thoughout this terible ordeal.