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This is a loaded question I suppose but does anyone know how long it might take for PMS symptoms to improve with Lyme treatment?
I have been supplementing with progesterone since September. I just did testing to check my levels. I get horrible agitation (could be from bartonella and/or PMS. I also get very tearful and my insomnia gets a lot worse too before my period.
Just wondering if anyone can tell me if their PMS is improving? Is it even PMS or is it the bacteria? I'm so confused.
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Clarissa
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My pms is improving with Bart treatment (into my 5th month now).
I'm supposed to start progesterone & testosterone very soon. I'm just very careful about adding one new variable at a time.
PMS improvements: It doesn't last for 2 weeks
I only feel weepy/rage (Jekyl/Hyde) a few days before (instead of from ovulation...until menses)
I'm getting cramps for the first time(which I never got b4 but I feel like it's more "normal")
This is my WORST symptom so I hope the hormone supplements, along with continued Bart treatment will help continue the improvement.
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Thanks for replying Clarissa. The agitation/rage is horrible! I hate it. I haven't done bart treatment yet. I really hope the hormone supplements help you.
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I take Progestin (female hormone) and it has done wonders for me. No hot flashes, no PMS, and best of all - no period! Dr. says I have not yet gone through menopause and I don't dare get off these because I do NOT want to have periods again. I am 54.
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treepatrol
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Have you had thyroid checked? It can cause problems alot of lymies have them including wife she now takes synthroid small amount and it helped her.
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