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How long ago were you bit? Have you been tested for co-infections? Do you have a good LLMD??Some LLMD's tell their patients to back off the meds when a herx becomes more than they can handle. Just keep that in mind. I don't know how your LLMD handles this.
You've found a board with alot of great people. We can hold your hand all the way thru this maze!
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Do not take anything I say as medical advice. I am not a doctor, but I DID stay at a Holiday Inn Express!
oops!
Lymetutu
Welcome to Lyme Net!
A herx, huh?
NOT fun.
There are a few things you can do to help the feelings you are having.. but warning.. most don't work.
1. Go out back and dig a deep hole. Bury yourself in it till the herx is over.. then dig yourself back up again.
2. Drink LOTS and LOTS of water.. with a squeeze of fresh lemon .. to help get the system cleared out. The lemon juice helps with the lactic acid removal and muscle pain.
3. Drink some decaf green tea.
4. Take.. only on doctors orders of course.. ibprofen or similar med for the inflammation and pain. It will NOT stop the pain but may help a tiny bit.
5. If it is neurological pain.. some Tei Fu oil rubbed on the painful areas often helps. (I know you'd probably feel as if you need a bath in it at this point... sorry)
6. Keep your mind occupied with anything else.
I paint my toe nails different colors just for fun.
I dump out a bag of potatoes on the floor and name them... put them back in the bag and mix them up.. then try to see if I remember who is who.
And NO.. Lyme tutu, who just posted above, will try to tell you I actually sit on the floor dressing them up as if they were my little kids.. but I REALLY don't.
7. Get out the old photos and sort them and organize them. You may have been meaning to do that... and now is the time.
8. When cooking to feed youself.. make more than you can eat so the left overs can be eaten without having to cook again.
9. Wear a bandana over your eyes if you can't get the house work done. Otherwise you will get more aggrivated and feel worse cause you see the dirt.
10. Watch funny movies. Go to sites with jokes and read them.
And most important.. while you are hurting.. reach out and touch someone else here and help them.
OBVIOUSLY you don't have to have a lot of Lyme knowledge.. by looking at my post above you can see that! So just a kind word or two for others may be just what THEY need to get through their troubles.
And please.. don't let the Lyme win!!!
Don't sit there wondering if you are just getting worse and wondering if the antibiotics aren't working. That happens a lot and is NOT good for you.
I try to remember a "good day" and focus on that.
Keep posting and chatting. We will be here to help.
Feel better soon!
I think that my tick bite was 9 years ago (vaguely remember dismissing a bulls eye rash, then feeling ill shortly thereafter). I just found a fabulous LLMD who has given me hope that I won't feel sick for another 9 years!!!
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Wishing you as quick a recovery as possible!
Remember to take it easy and take the time your body needs to rid yourself of toxins. It's ok if you need to use sick time. It's ok not to do the dishes. It's ok to get take-out or order in. A little relaxation can go a far way.
I also recommend making sure you do move while you are herxing to keep your joints and muscles from getting to stiff. Even if it's just slowly rolling your shoulders, making fists, taking a slow walk around the house.
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Posted by docjen (Member # 7510) on :
Thanks for all the information! There's lots here to digest! (now if I could just stop this herx so I could get my appetite back!
Bulls eye rash and symptom onset 6/1996; Lyme+ dx 6/2005; started Marshall Protocol 6/2005
Posted by groovy2 (Member # 6304) on :
Hi docjin
The way I look at it is-- every pill
I take and every herx I have is
one step closer to being well again--
This keeps me Happiley going on--
--Jay---
Posted by Jellybelly (Member # 7142) on :
I can't blame you for being terrified. I've herxed numerous times, know what to expect and I still dread doing it again. I usually end up stopping ABX because I can't handle the herx. Been in the ER once with herxing.
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Loss of appetite? Been checked for babesia yet?
Do not take anything I say as medical advice. I am not a doctor, but I DID stay at a Holiday Inn Express!
oops!
Lymetutu
Posted by cbb (Member # 788) on :
Hi docjen,
Welcome to LymeNet.
As you can see, people here are willing to share what they've learned through experience with Tick-Borne Diseases (TBDs).
Most do not have medical training....just "on the job training."
1. positive attitude is VERY important
2. sense of humor can not be overdone
3. ask for support when you need it
4. listen when your body talks to you (it's OK to talk back)
5. giving up is NOT an option
You can come here for info, support, or to just whine all you want to.
We all take a turn at some time or another.
I hope you're real careful when you dump those taters on the floor.
You don't want to hurt those little "tater tots".
Their mommas have their eyes on you!!
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
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Originally posted by cbb:
Tincup -
I hope you're real careful when you dump those taters on the floor.
You don't want to hurt those little "tater tots".
Their mommas have their eyes on you!!
Do not take anything I say as medical advice. I am not a doctor, but I DID stay at a Holiday Inn Express!
oops!
Lymetutu
Posted by cootiegirl (Member # 3216) on :
Hello,
Cootiegirl here. So sorry to hear you are feeling lousy. It's no fun feeling sick, but in a weird sort of way, know that you are giving those ketes a run for their money and chasing the darn little buggers out of your body!
cootiegirl
Posted by WildCondor on :
Welcome!
I know how hard the herxing is in the beginning. Remember that it is a good sign, your immune system is fighting and the antibiotics are hittting their target.
Stay strong, stay the course, and dont give up!We are here for you if you need to talk or have any questions.
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Posted by jloisu (Member # 7538) on :
Ok all of you veterans (Lymetoo, tincup, treepatrol) weigh in on this before you follow my advice docjen, but here it is from my old LLMD:
Posted by shassler64 (Member # 3479) on :
Hi!
Welcome from a lonely lymie down here in Kangarooland.
Keep posting it is such a help to know what is happening and get advice.
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Jen,
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