Topic: Update: Can a fever be part of a herx? Concerned.
bcb1200
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Well, day four of having a fever of about 100.2 (I have typically been in the mid 97's (thanks Lyme.))
ALso have general malaise, fatigue, flu-like illness.
This all started a week after STarting Rifabutin (Mycobutin) for Bartonella with Zith and Doxy.
I've never had a herx like this before...and am a bit concerned something is wrong. I typically don't get fevers. Could this be an allergy to the drug?
Doubtful, but I am concerned.
Well...let me know if others have experienced low grade, persistent fevers while treating Bart and Lyme.
steve1906
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What are the possible side effects of rifabutin (Mycobutin)? Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction:
hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
severe skin rash or itching; pale skin, weakness, easy bruising or bleeding; fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; or eye pain or redness, vision loss. Less serious side effects may include:
A Herxheimer reaction feels like a worsening of illness symptoms and can include:
◦fever ◦sweating and chills ◦rapid heart rate or palpitations ◦shortness of breath ◦muscle and joint aches and pains ◦headache ◦brain fog ◦insomnia ◦swollen glands ◦ringing in the ears ◦sinusitis ◦itching ◦digestive issues ◦unstable emotions ◦general feeling of sluggishness
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merrygirl
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I have had a fever like that for 4 years straight. I am still kucking. Wouldnt worry too much unless it gets like over 102.
But yes for me a low grade fever is a normal part of a herx. Just
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merrygirl
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I have had a fever like that for 4 years straight. I am still kicking. Wouldnt worry too much unless it gets like over 102.
But yes for me a low grade fever is a normal part of a herx. Just
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Yes, I've had this symptom in the past. It can definitely be part of a herx. Certain meds can bring it out, at least for me.
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ktkdommer
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Son's herxes included fever. Mine do not. Strange how we are all different.
Best wishes!
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Yes, low grade fever = herx in this household. We consider it a good sign, meaning that something is finally working!
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bcb1200
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Thanks all. Day 5 of fever. This sucks.
LLMD had me get bloodwork done today to monitor LFT's. Let's see what she says.
I also have the "altered" taste that can sometimes happen with Rifabutin. Weird.
Maybe I should change the way I'm taking it from full dose 1x / day to 1/2 dose 2x / day.
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bcb1200
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OK..LLMD called with bloodwork. WBC is 1.6.
Must stop all meds.
Funny..this same thing happened 1 year ago when I tried Rifabutin with Bactrim. But we thought it was the Bactrim that did this.
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seekhelp
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Ouch. I hope the number goes up soon!!! Best of luck.
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Kudzuslipper
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Just seeing this BCB. I hope stopping the Rif helps soon. feel better.
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sammy
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It's good you contacted your doctor. Hope you feel better soon.
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I hope the number goes up soon!!! Best of luck.
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