I know I am asking a ton of questions on here but I am freaking out.
I have been on 200mg of Doxy for two weeks within 8-9 days after starting treatment I felt like I was getting worse.
My neuro symptoms increased times 10 with the left side of my face twitching and my arms, legs, and head jerking like never before.
My anxiety/depression had me feeling trapped in my own body. I wanted to kill myself but I did feel I had the energy. I just laid in bed and cried for two days.
I was scared to go outside and I just felt like I was having a constant out of body experience. I didn't want to see light or hear noise.
My head felt like it was going to explode. I wanted to pop my eyes out. My neck and back were so stiff I could turn my head.
Whats the deal? I have read a little on herxing but I can't tell if its the meds or herxing because when the symptoms got so bad I really wanted to die I skipped a few doses of my Doxy and felt a little better.
Now I am finished with Doxy and I feel better. The increased symptoms lasted about 4-5 days.
Anyone got any help or been in my shoes?
I am so tired and I can't get further treatment until I get health insurance. Lifes not so bright right now.
Only happy I finally got my positive test results and my diagnosis.
Thanks to anyone who can offer a word.
Posted by Geneal (Member # 10375) on :
That is a herx.
No doubt about it.
My first five weeks on doxy I herxed.
So hard for the brain to wrap itself around.
You are used to taking medicine and usually
Within 2-3 days you get better.
With Lyme it is common to have worsening of symptoms.
Due to die off of bacteria which leaves toxins in your system.