Xanax (long term) to manage what you are speaking of would be irresponsible IMO....
A shaky cat? from what you're telling me on that, Id demand another one to rule out anything visual. I'd also want a colonoscopy and endoscopy (which you did) I'd also want a hida scan (GB function)...
Haha I hope so. Ive had every test out there (seriously) and nothing ever comes back of real concern. It's been 2 years now...Not as bad as I once was, but still nowehere close to my normal. It's...
Thanks for the updates. I think our stories are somewhat similar. I did everything in excess as well. I think a lot of my problems stemmed from chewing far too much nicotine gum. But what really set...
Have them check your cortisol/adrenal function as well, as this can cause a number of your symptoms....
Crushing anxiety, depression and panic are experienced by many people. Many people have it so bad that they need to treat their mental health while they treat sibo. I relate. I've never cried so much...
Having a colonoscopy (and the prep) disrupts your flora. There is no doubt about that. You should be looking at probiotics etc for the short term. Your GI should inform you of this....
Understanding the gut, bacteria, and Sibo is in its infancy. Just because some people experience success with certain treatments does not mean you will. I've had Sibo for a couple years now and have...
Yes Leaky gut and candida can cause all sorts of systemic problems....
One more thing to add. Beyond the test for sibo, I would advise spending the money and getting a detailed stool analysis, as this will give more info into what is/isn't going on. Good luck....
That's a good question for your naturopath/llmd. To be honest, I can't see the treatment being that much different...especially if you take the herbal route. You need to find out if you have sibo and...
Yes most likely. You should treat the Lyme 1st. The reason people with Lyme often get sibo is because of prolonged abx use...
Rather than throwing dangerous darts (antibiotics), I'd recommend spending the money on a comprehensive stool test....and test for sibo. There are herbal antibiotics that are as effective at killing...
At this point you most likely have sibo and/or dysbiosis and/or leaky gut. The antibiotics you took are drain cleaners but it is not uncommon for bacteria to become resistant to them. Test for...
I'm fighting methane sibo as well. Feel the same way after 18 months. It's impaired my life and I feel as if I'm getting worse. You name the test...I've had it. Sorry you're struggling...
I don't think I've beaten it yet. I'm a bit better, but still have symptoms. Typical protocols are herbal and specialized antibiotics. I've tried both...and may have to do another round. It's been a...
I had similar symptoms and was diagnosed with sibo via breath test....
So I've had soooo many tests now and nothing significant to show for it. I have a hida scan coming up, and beyond that I feel like I'm losing hope in turning this around. I was diagnosed with Sibo...
GB symptoms can be pretty individualized to some extent. Step 1 get an ultrasound to check for stones/inflamation If you still suspect GB, request s Hida scan for functioning...
So I had the colonoscopy, and yup...the colon is fine. Not even a polyp. Come back in 10 years they say. I tested positive for Sibo, and am treating herbally. I'm not confident in a cure, but if I...
Been having a lot of GI symptomology daily for 6 months. I'm anxious with brain fog and fatigue and just feel terrible. My GI symptoms were acute. One day I woke up with severe stomach pain and as if...
So just an update for me. Had an endoscopy, h pylori test, cat scans, ultrasounds, bloodwork....so many tests and everything comes back negative. Continue to feel awful with lots of burping, subtle...
Thanks Cali. I was at the ER today. They ordered an upper endo for this week, so I guess we will see. My biggest concern is stomach cancer because I chewed for 15 years, but they don't think so based...
About a month ago I got really sick and anxious. While recovering I woke up one night with intense burning under my sternum (2 inches maybe). The pain went away with only slight burning very...
Thanks girlie. Whatever is wrong with me, I kinda went into remission once before, so hoping through rest, diet and supplementation I can get back to 80-90% I kicked the sheet out of myself this...
I went there for an initial consult. Still deciding whether to get testing through her. Super expensive. There are like 26 reviews if you google her and I think 1 or 2 speak about Lyme. She was...
Yup she does...
Ahh Trav. Why do you have to make me second guess everything? I'm joking. It does fit for neuro Lyme. I need to get my anxiety under control. Not knowing and feeling awful is a terrible experience....
Thanks trav. Like said earlier, I have been not well for 10 years after the spider bite. I functioned wellish though. This past year was nuts though. All I did was study, write tests, complete my PhD...
No the test was through a lab here in Calgary. I'm just really confused. I have gone so downhill after a round of abx, and they scare me. The doctor guaranteed me I don't have Lyme. It pizzed me off...
So I'm still having crazy neuro symptoms and anxiety. A couple weeks ago my IgG-IgM was negative, as it detected antibodies to burgdorferi, garinii, and afzellii. Should I test again? People think I...
Thanks for the reply. Just so frustrated. One decent day followed by 3 terrible ones. The constant tingling in my legs is do awful. My god I hope this isn't life long. My body feels poisoned :(...
I have been generally unwell for 10 years or so after a pretty nasty bite in japan (recently tested negative for Lyme). However, I was functional. I finished a doctoral program and worked a demanding...
Since catching pertussis or a form/strain of it, and perhaps EBV, I have been very messy. Some ok days...some very, very bad days...
Ahh a Calgary borther (or sister). Awesome. Good luck tomorrow. I really hope you get some answers. As for the Infectious Disease doctor, I saw a top guy in Calgary 10 years ago and he said it was MS...
Get an Omron reader as they are the best for home use. But ya, those numbers are too high. The diastolic (110) is pretty concerning....
Your BP reading is very concerning, but unreliable in a doctors office. You need to test it yourself at various points throughout the day....
I didn't get tested at that time. I had severe mucous and a cough similar to whooping cough/pertussis. I took antibiotics and steroids and things have fallen apart. I had symptoms prior (tinnitus,...
So I had Lyme tests performed here in Canada, which came back negative (yes I know there are many false negatives). I know they will tell me I have MS given a few lesions, but I'm not buying it. My...
All neuro for me...
Can I ask why you're looking for a psychiatrist? Are you looking for pharmaceutical support?...
My advice to anyone concerned with BP is to spend $100 on an Omron BP unit for home use. Measuring BP in a doctor's office is no way to get an accurate baseline. Take control and educate yourself on...
At the same time, people have the right to turn the page and never look back (for whatever reasons). People shouldn't feel obligated to give back and/or share stories. Much trauma can be evoked. We...
I've been sick for 10+ years as well. Over the past year, I became a registered psychologist and studied for a year while working full time. I also had my son 16 months ago and am currently having...
Definitely not. It can have a rapid onset without a perceived stressor. That said, if you have experienced more that 2 attacks in a month and are worried about an impending doom, it gets bumped up...
Good to know. In the process of reno's and having a steam shower put in aha. Can't wait....
Thanks traveler. I just think it's ironic that I sought help for a virus and took a steroid that may in fact take 6 months to recover from and leave my system. I need to be more educated in the...
Thanks guys. Ya I'm detoxing and starting treatment soon, although I don't think I will go the abx route, as I am very apprehensive. I just need to get better. Seriously in hell 5-6 days a week....
A few months ago I came down with a lingering virus that mimicked whooping cough. It persisted for a month. At this time, I was unclear about a Lyme diagnosis and was uneducated in general (re:...
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