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Topic: sun exposure

ivebeentricked
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Member # 6944

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Is it actually more dangerous to be in the sun while on doxy for any other reason that increased sensitivity? I do not typically burn easily and although my skin gets pretty light in the winter, it gets pretty dark in the summer when I am in the sun a lot

Since I will be on doxy probably most of the summer, are there any other big risks involved? I want to be able to enjoy the oudoors as much as possible this summer since last summer I was inside nearly everyday. Thanks all

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break the chains
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Member # 5668

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the reason why people avoid the sun with doxy is that some really really burn on it. it is possible to get severe burns that require a visit to the hospital from a short time spent in the direct sun light. that being said i have skin that is kinda dark like you describe. i am not super sentitive to the sun. i have been on iv doxy at 600 a day and had no problem with burning. i have been on doxy and minocycline a lot and the only thing that happens to me is i get a bit darker over time than i would be.
i am on transdermal minocycline right now. its supposed to be more effective than doxy and is much less of a problem with the sun. for me i can go in the sun with the cream on my skin and not have problems.
i did just learn that generic minocycline has been clinically proven to be poor in quality compared to the brand name minocin. this is a real bummer cause ive been taking it for a year and have a bunch of the generic right now.

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ivebeentricked
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Member # 6944

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Thanks for the reply, I actually did burn a little toay even though I am already kind of darkenning, I don't look red but my hands and nose burn really bad, I appreciate the response though

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bg
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Member # 46416

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You can also go to www.marshallprotocol.com and chck the FAQ for sun exposure; lots of detailed info there including what to wear & not wear.

Also, NOIR, no infra red sunglasses are a must when on doxy.

Again, do a search on MP to learn more about NOIR glasses. www.noir.net I believe; I get the .net & .com's confused.

Bettyg, Iowa

I've been on doxy for 9 months; eyes were extremely sensitive before...now 200% more sensitive. I wear my prescription sunglasses w/NOIR slip overs over them.

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Nukegirl
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Member # 6809

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I went on vacation recently to Capri and left my hat back at the hotel by accident. I burnt my face really good and developed blisters on my nose. Before I left on vacation Dr. D. reduced my dose down to 2 pills of Doxy a day and I still burnt. I am naturally dark skinned and do not normally burn. BE CAREFUL!!! When I came back from vacation I started getting muscle pain back again so I asked Dr. D. if I could increase my dose back up to 4 pills. I didn't know what to make of the muscle pain. Wasn't sure if it started rearing its ugly head again or if I was just "herxing" and it was toxin build-up. Anyone care to offer their opinion. I am still taking 4 pills a day along with Digestaguard which causes alot of bloating and gas. lol!!

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