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Everyone reacts a little differently on treatment, so there's no way of knowing for sure how you'll feel.
When you feel worse on treatment, that's a Herxheimer Reaction (herx - for short).
The antibiotic kills the bacteria, they give off a toxin, the body detects the toxen & reacts to it. Usually, it means the symptoms get worse or new ones may appear.
It's a good sign though, because it means the antibiotic is working.
You'll probably have lots of questions. Feel free to ask as many as you need to ask. Usuually someone has the answer, or if not, someone will probably know where to look.
There are a couple doctors & nurses here, but the majority of us are typical Lyme patients sharing what we've had to learn thru experience.
For reliable info on all aspects of Tick-Borne Diseases (TBDs), go to "Links for new LymeNet members" at http://flash.lymenet.org/ubb/Forum1/HTML/009342.html
Again, welcome to LymeNet. So glad to have you here.
How are things in NC? Welcome to lymenet.
It does help to have a good LLMD and to have this place to come to in the good and the rough times.
Hope your lyme journey goes as smoothly as possible and some....if not...all of those symptoms go away.
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Originally posted by cbb:
Hi Cindy,
Welcome to LymeNet. So sorry you're having so many things to deal with.
Are you seeing Dr J, north of Charlotte?
(We don't identify drs here unless they've given permission. We just use initials.)Everyone reacts a little differently on treatment, so there's no way of knowing for sure how you'll feel.
When you feel worse on treatment, that's a Herxheimer Reaction (herx - for short).
The antibiotic kills the bacteria, they give off a toxin, the body detects the toxen & reacts to it. Usually, it means the symptoms get worse or new ones may appear.
It's a good sign though, because it means the antibiotic is working.You'll probably have lots of questions. Feel free to ask as many as you need to ask. Usuually someone has the answer, or if not, someone will probably know where to look.
There are a couple doctors & nurses here, but the majority of us are typical Lyme patients sharing what we've had to learn thru experience.
For reliable info on all aspects of Tick-Borne Diseases (TBDs), go to "Links for new LymeNet members" at http://flash.lymenet.org/ubb/Forum1/HTML/009342.html
Again, welcome to LymeNet. So glad to have you here.
Joyce
How is your husband doing now?
A nurse coming to the home and he is looking better. Hasnt started herxing yet but I am here for him when he does..
Joyce
Hi and WELCOME! Get a LLMD or at least Dr that is willing to learn about lyme. Borrelia Burgdorferi is a clinical diagnosis, based on symptoms and on your response to treatment. Good Luck, bumpy road ahead.
Post for a LLMD in Seeking a Doctor. Ps remember I am not a Dr, just a fellow sufferer.
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