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Posted 6/14/2015 12:00 AM (GMT 0)
I need some advice, input ect. I can't find the answer anywhere on line but I KNOW there has to be someone else who is going through this or has gone through it.
I have had panic disorder with GAD and agoraphobia since 1994, have been on meds since that time ( klonopin and currently zoloft). I tested positive for lymes in March and started treatment w a LLND. I have been rifing the lymes and other co infections that I tested positive for. The dr has me on supplements, detox things as well as doing ionic foot cleanse, Epsom baths, lemon water. Recently started on a paleocleanse for the liver. Well I am a mess! Aside from just feeling awful from the lymes, all of the mental health issues are SO bad. I'm severely depressed, anxious, having bad thoughts ect.
My question: with all the detoxing going on, am I also clearing the meds out of my system? I feel like I have no meds on board right now...... Any input, knowledge....advice is appreciated.

Post Edited (Grams67) : 6/13/2015 6:14:14 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 6/14/2015 12:18 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Gram and welcome,

I am sorry to hear of the rough spot you have been experiencing.

I don't know whether of not your cleanse could make a difference in how you are feeling...and any effect on your Rx's. This sounds like a question you would need to ask your prescribing doctor.

However, I am wondering this:

Have you been on the Zoloft for this whole time 20+years? And on the same benzo dosage for this duration as well?

Some SSRI's have a tendency to 'poop out' or fail to perform in the same way after a certain amount of time. Similarly, the use of benzodiazepines can cause a tolerance of current levels, and may need adjustment periodically.

When was the last time you had a med evalutation? If it has been some time, then I would make an appointment to discuss this with your doctor.

I wish you the best, and the answers you need for relief. Post with us anytime, and keep us updated. We will keep you in support!

Scaredy Cat
Posted 6/14/2015 12:29 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Grams, and welcome. I was going to ask & suggest the same things as SC. Same meds for years, and check with doc about it. I also wonder, are you're currently in any type of therapy? Even if you went years ago, it might be a good time to go back. With the new symptoms from Lyme, it might help.

Another thing you could try in the meantime (if you don't already) is to check out the resources thread in this forum. There are many helpful ideas there.

I had my anxiety in check pretty well, but then a lot of new medical problems came up, and my PTSD kicked in. It's what brought me to this forum. I'm so happy I found people who are just like me. It really helps.

Keep posting. I look forward to hearing more from you.
Posted 6/14/2015 12:36 AM (GMT 0)
Welcome Grams67, I'm happy you found us but sorry to hear that depression and anxiety is ruling your life.

I agree with SC and you should take to your doctor about how the cleanse is affecting your RX's. And also how long have you been on the Zoloft?

Keep posting and we will walk this journey with you, I look forward to getting to know you better.
Posted 6/14/2015 12:52 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks everyone....
Yes I have see my prescribing dr regularly. I have been on klonopin the entire time, although doses have gone up and down. But back in the 90s I was taking Paxil and did so for 8 years until it did poop out. Then started on zoloft. This past October I tested positive for west nile and in the chaos of sorting out what symptom went with what they scaled way back on my dosage of zoloft. I went inpatient in January and they increased it back up to 200mg 1x daily.
So I don't know....maybe it is pooped out. But I really need to get this figure out. The dr treating the lymes says that the mental issues will not be resolved until the lymes is treated and in remission. It's all just to much.
Posted 6/14/2015 1:21 AM (GMT 0)
I don't know where my posts are going, but this is the second one I've typed almost all of the way through, and then my computer has flipped out, and sent me back to another thread or something crazy.

Anyhoo, I'll try this again.

We are all just normal folks with too much. The symptoms of Lyme are overwhelming by themselves, and then to already have anxiety, well I don't have to tell you.

I have three impending surgeries in my near future. I had to quit my job, because of my debilitating symptoms. I have a son with Cystic Fibrosis. My PTSD is from when he was diagnosed. My health issues have worsened my anxiety and PTSD. I'm a mess!

All of us here are just regular folks who have too much. We will help you through it as best we can. It has really helped me to have others to talk with who have just as much as I have to handle.
Posted 6/14/2015 2:56 AM (GMT 0)
Grams67

The detox you are doing to your liver is what's making you feel the way you do. A lot of people who do the detox feel worse before feeling better. Always wanted to do a cleanse but was always afraid of the side effects. So I drink water and lemon in the morning before my meals. I don't know if the detox is getting rid of the meds. But that's a good question. Do you have s natural path Dr?? Or even a health food store will be able to answer that question. I'll look into that for you and get back to you.
Posted 6/14/2015 5:02 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you bambola, any h op is appreciated.
Posted 6/14/2015 9:53 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Welcome to the forum I am pleased you have found us as you can see you will get good support here.

Sorry to here you have been suffering with anxiety and depression on top of other diagnosis I know how tough that is as I also have multiple diagnosis.

I think it is unlikely that your detox will affect your medication but that's just my opinioun so as the others mentioned best ask your doctor. Antidepressants do stop working after a while so a change in medication is also something to speak with your doctor about.

It might also be worth while posting in the Lyme's Disease forum here on HW as they will be able to support you more with that but do keep posting here in terms of your anxiety/depression we are here to support you.

Hibee
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