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Posted 9/15/2011 4:56 AM (GMT 0)
Idk if I am getting worse or herding.... I am on doxy just 200 mgs a day and Mepron 1500 a day... My leg pain is getting bad .. Numb on the shins most of the time and thigh ache n cramp.. Anyone experience this after a couple weeks on doxy and a few days on Mepron ?
Posted 9/15/2011 5:07 AM (GMT 0)
A temporary worsening of symptoms on starting a new antibiotic is a classic sign of a herxheimer reaction. You might even notice some new symptoms.

I know it is uncomfortable but it is a very good sign that the meds are doing their job. Detoxing can really help to lessen the severity and length of the discomfort.
Posted 9/15/2011 12:46 PM (GMT 0)
Yes hang in there. This is so classic. My husband's foot went numb went starting on antibiotics and mepron. Make sure you drink your lemon water and try and rest and relax as much as possible. You are on your way to feeling better.
Posted 9/16/2011 3:43 AM (GMT 0)
How many times a day should I drink lemon water n how much lemon ?
Posted 9/16/2011 3:39 PM (GMT 0)
I would drink a few 16 oz. bottles a day and just a wedge of lemon in it.
Posted 9/17/2011 12:11 AM (GMT 0)
what is herxes?
Posted 9/17/2011 12:17 AM (GMT 0)
Herxes are a worsening of symptoms or even new symptoms that appear during certain times - usually when we do too much or start an abx (natural or pharmaceutical) or up the dose.

What actually creates the herx in the body is a die off of the bacteria(s). Here is a great article explaining this better than I can!! LOL!!
findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0ISW/is_285/ai_n19170382/?tag=content;col1
Posted 9/17/2011 12:21 AM (GMT 0)
Shan rock,
It is suggested that we drink 8 - 8oz glasses of water a day, I put about a tsp of lemon juice per 4 cups of water. This helps to keep the body in an alkaline state. Most viruses and bacteria like an acidic body.

Be sure you are also doing the dry skin brushing and the detox baths.
Posted 9/17/2011 1:03 AM (GMT 0)
is there really any way to determine if it is a herx or worsening of symptoms? i just started antibiotics (250mg biaxin twice daily) last thursday and the past couple of days have been rough with peripheral neurological symptoms... worse and new sensations and feelings in head and neck. my symptoms had been getting worse beforehand tho too.... and can herxes last awhile?
Posted 9/17/2011 3:34 AM (GMT 0)
AHHHH herxing is being more symptomatic while treating...but thats a good thing?...thats normal?....started on doxy and after takeing it a short time...joints that i havent had trouble with for years...started hurting....and my butt cheek pain came in like a roaring lion...lol...yes folks butt cheek pain...
Posted 9/17/2011 4:41 AM (GMT 0)
Traveler I heard lime is better than lemon when it comes to helping with acidic levels... Also the lemon juice you use shouldn't it be fresh lemon ?
Posted 9/17/2011 9:41 AM (GMT 0)
Yes, BrokenAngel, herxing Is a good thing, though it's hard to remember at times! smilewinkgrin

Teeners, when you start treatment it will probably feel like all herx all the time. As your treatment continues, you will see a worsening of symptoms when you increase dosage or change up medications. Then you start feeling good, or at least better as symptoms start to fade and go away. Then things will level off until your next med change.

Now if you don't notice any reaction or if you see old symptoms coming back, that might be a sign that you medications are not working. You'll need to tell your doctor at your next visit. I usually am reduced to pathetic whining at that point!! rolleyes

So,teeners, it is right on track for you to be feeling the way you are. You might continue this to your next docs visit. Let your doc know then how you are feeling -- They might want to know just what has gotten better as that is a shorter list! Lol
Posted 9/17/2011 5:19 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Shan,
I haven't heard that about lime (LOL -spelled that wrong the first time!) instead of lemon, but wouldn't really surprise me!

As far as fresh verses the bottled stuff - yes! Fresh lemon or lime would always be preferable! It's just that for some like me, who live in a very rural area, fresh lemons are just too expensive when one considers all of the other things we are trying to do as well.

Eating organic foods is preferable as well, but not here where I live, as the few organics that are available are quite expensive. So I do what I can and avoid the worst of the foods.

In some cases I feel that any is better than none - but that's just my[/] opinion!!!
Posted 9/29/2011 10:24 PM (GMT 0)
I use fresh limes.  They are juicier than lemons, too, and I think work just as well or better.  They are usually cheaper. too.

I use Truvia to sweeten the juice and add water and a straw.  Really helps with those uncomfortable flulike feelings.

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