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I don't know how else to describe it, but I have been getting these burning (not twitching) feelings in the nerves. They come and go and are mostly in the lower extremities. I wonder if it is:
a. nerve regneration b. lyme c. the antibiotics (currently on doxy/azith and plaquenil)
I am feeling much better and hope it's a good sign
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If you are feeling good then I'm happy for you! =)
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Thanks Caniggia. I hope and pray that all of us feel well and that it's just not temporary.
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almost like a small needdle? I get them too. Have no idea what they are but my guess is that it is a good sign.
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Philly - I would say more of a shooting sensation
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Hi Geo I get this too, and it could be a combination of things. I am not a doctor, so this is only a stab in the dark and the real diagnosis should come from your doctor. That said, I offer as a possible thought that it could be the infection, it could be blood sugar-related (in my case it' s after eating sugar that I notice it). My acupuncturist who is one of the noted ones around here, no ordinary guy, said that insulin can be an irritant and that the insulin response can have something to do with it too.
Here is what helped me:
I acted on a tip from Dr Michael Murray, who said in a lecture I had attended that coconut oil's medium chain triglycerides (Fats) are used in epileptic seizure control. To me, that translated in my own mind (not what he said) that it calms and strengthens the nervous system. Based on his statement, I thought I would give the coconut oil a try and see if it helped these burning, agitated sensations.
It worked like a charm, at least for me! I can't guarantee the same result for everybody, but that was my experience.
I rub 1 tsp to 1 tbsp of the coconut oil all over my body. Anywhere it is burning, I put it on. Plus I rub it directly alongside the spine (anywhere I cna reach with my own two hands).
Epsom salt soaks, really strong ones, provide good magnesium which relaxes muscles and aids nerve health. I use about 3 good handfulls per bath and soak for about 45 minutes.
Topical lavender oil also can help if you have a high quality product (I recommend the Haushka Talma Moore Lavender Oil. It's expensive but worth it, available at healthfood stores). Lavender contains linalool which is calming and anti-inflammatory.
St Johnswort oil is a really good topical nervous system anti-inflammatory . Rubbing that on can help too. HEADSUP: Taking it internally will interfere with a long list of mainstream medications. However topically it bypasses the liver so it shouldn't interfere. However if in doubt, ask your doctor to be sure this is not contra-indicated.
Different bodies respond to different products. You can try and see which one works for you best.
I also find that drinking chamomile tea with orange blossom water (the latter is very sedating) has really helped when the nerves have felt agitated. It smells BEAUTIFUL and tastes really nice. Orange blossom water is available at Middle Eastern specialty markets. You can read about it here: http://www.aromatherapybible.com/neroli.php
FYI Neroli is orange essential oil and is stronger than the orange blossom water, but is pretty much related and has very similar action. SO the link above about Neroli will apply to the orange blossom water too, it's just more mild in its action. But works like a charm, at least for me.
This information has not been evaluated by the FDA and does not diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. DRugs and herbs may interact, talk with your doctor.
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PS SOrry and I don't know if you are interested in this. But if yes, I forgot to mention that the Neroli essential oil is very strong. Use only one or two drops in a cup of tea. It doesn't taste nearly as good as the orange blossom water fyi, I much prefer the latter when it comes to flavor. DOn't overdo essential oils, they are very powerful. One or two drops in a cup of tea or hot water will do.
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Anyone else? Actually, to clarify, I would describe it as more of a warm, opening type of feeling - like a healing process. Who knows, could be all in my mind.
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My experience has been that this is neuropathy. I would look at die off as a probable cause and do therapies to remove it from the body.
My neuropathy was very bad when I started treatment. Now it rarely bothers me.
Terry I'm not a doctor
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