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Topic: I thought Meds meant feeling better....

roysbaby
Junior Member
Member # 19256

posted

Hey Everyone,

I know I am asking a ton of questions on here but I am freaking out.

I have been on 200mg of Doxy for two weeks within 8-9 days after starting treatment I felt like I was getting worse.

My neuro symptoms increased times 10 with the left side of my face twitching and my arms, legs, and head jerking like never before.

My anxiety/depression had me feeling trapped in my own body. I wanted to kill myself but I did feel I had the energy. I just laid in bed and cried for two days.

I was scared to go outside and I just felt like I was having a constant out of body experience. I didn't want to see light or hear noise.

My head felt like it was going to explode. I wanted to pop my eyes out. My neck and back were so stiff I could turn my head.

Whats the deal? I have read a little on herxing but I can't tell if its the meds or herxing because when the symptoms got so bad I really wanted to die I skipped a few doses of my Doxy and felt a little better.

Now I am finished with Doxy and I feel better. The increased symptoms lasted about 4-5 days.

Anyone got any help or been in my shoes?

I am so tired and I can't get further treatment until I get health insurance. Lifes not so bright right now.

Only happy I finally got my positive test results and my diagnosis.

Thanks to anyone who can offer a word.

--------------------
Kelly
[email protected]

Diagnosed after 4 years of madness on February 25, 2009

Posts: 8 | From auburn, alabama | Registered: Feb 2009 | IP: Logged |

Geneal
Frequent Contributor (5K+ posts)
Member # 10375

posted

That is a herx.

No doubt about it.

My first five weeks on doxy I herxed.

So hard for the brain to wrap itself around.

You are used to taking medicine and usually

Within 2-3 days you get better.

With Lyme it is common to have worsening of symptoms.

Due to die off of bacteria which leaves toxins in your system.

Drink lots of water.

Take a good probiotic and watch your diet.

Hugs,

Geneal

Posts: 6250 | From Louisiana | Registered: Oct 2006 | IP: Logged |

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