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I've read some about that here on lymenet. However, we are going to have to go with the treatment from the hospital doctors for now.
Since his levels refuse to become therapeutic he is being put on IM heparin that he can administer at home. I understand that it is subcutaneously in the stomach (which sounds awful to me).
He's supposed to be released tomorrow and the LLMD said to call and they'd fit him in.
I think he will only have to take the heparin for 4 weeks so we might look into the Rechts Regulat to start following that.
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Well, there ya have it. Heparin injections are the original treatment for hypercoagulation. At the end of 4 weeks, I would imagine his blood will look very different. It likely won't stay that way until the Lyme and other infections are under control though. Heparin will not all only clean up the fibrin, but it cleans up other yucky stuff too. I saw a difference in my blood within a few weeks. I know the dirty oil look. Clogged many a needle too during blood draws. Blood looks great now, and it flows freely. I was on heparin for about 2 1/2 - 3 years, starting to loose track.
During the 4 weeks, learn about other options if you prefer the more natural route and there are some good ones. This blood clot thing may be a blessing in disguise. Hopefully his doc that is treating the Lyme will really take a look at hypercoagulation now.
Hope he is feeling better soon.
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It turns out I misunderstood a little bit. He won't be using heparin, but a new drug, Lovenox by injection. I hope that it will be as effective.
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Lovenox is still heparin, if I am not mistaken. It is low molecular weight heparin. I think it is considered better in that osteoperosis isn't a concern from long term heparin use. It is the heparin that is used to treat hypercoagulation as in ISAC syndrome most often.
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danser, I am so sorry to hear about your hubby's problems. Just wanted to send some positive thoughts your way.
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Thanks Gardenoflyme. I hope you are doing well with your new doctor. We are anxious to see Dr. S - my husband hasn't even seen him yet and the office staff and the doctor have been very helpful during this situation.
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Lovenex is a heparin derivative. Good wishes sent you and your hubby's way, Dancer!!!
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