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After 2 years & 3 months of antibiotic treatment, I would consider myself 95% better. I plan to continue treatment until I reach my goal of 100% symptom free. I'm doing really well but it's such an uphill battle. In the next year, I would really like to become pregnant for the first time. Along with this plan comes big decisions that weigh on my mind regarding my Lyme infection.
If I become symptom free, is it okay to NOT take antibiotics during pregnancy?
I kind of feel that if I'm 95% or 100% symptom free, I still rather play it safe an take a low dose antibiotic during prenancy to protect my child. Is this a good or bad idea? What are the risks?
I have a great LLMD but I would love to get a second opinion from another trusted LLMD that has helped other Lyme patients through pregnancy. I live in the midwest but am willing to travel anywhere within the US. Please let me know if you have any feedback on this topic or LLMD suggestions.
Thanks! K
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Thank you for the information. Should I contact Dr J when I am trying to become pregnant? Is there anything different I should do pre-pregnancy.
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- Yes, definitely, BEFORE. There are some good things to do pre-pregnancy. And it can take a while to get an appointment.
The very best of luck to you. -
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