Topic: Is it accurate to take a blood test for co-infections if you are on abx already
BackinStOlaf
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I am on Amox and Zith. Would my co-infection tests be accurate? (or as accurate as they could be)
-------------------- First Symptom 9/09 Multiple docs, negative Labcorp test LLMD: 1/10 Positive Igenex/CDC test Treatment 2/10 2/10-8/10 Amox, ceftin, zith, flagyl Currently: Bicillin, Minocycline, still dealing with severe breathing issues
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Not sure about the WB, but I think it's okay to test for co-infections while on antibiotics.
There is a chance it may increase the odds for a positive too. It did for my Bartonella.
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Starfall1969
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My LLMD said that it won't affect the test for coinfections because the test doesn't measure the actual bacteria levels in your body; it measures the body's response to the bacteria.
Something like that.
To me, it's six of one and half a dozen of the other, but I figure he knows what he's talking about.
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