I take mine with organic peanut butter. The fat helps the Mepron absorb. Hope you have great insurance. It costs me (with insurance) $1600 for 2 weeks. Ugh. Malarone is another, cheaper option since...
Also, the dermatologist put me on a cream, Metrogel. Basically its Flagyl. And the Lyme cycle keeps spinning....
Since I contracted Lyme, Bartonella and Babesia last year, I have experienced horrible facial flushing. It looks like a perfect Lupus butterfly rash. After a biopsy of the rash, it appears to be...
Does anyone who actually tried this have feedback? I've read varying reviews but mostly from people who have not gone through the system. I'm willing to try anything at this point....
I've read that there are four types of Babesiosis (B. microti, B. duncani, B. divergens, and B. venatorum). Are the symptoms the same for each type?...
I see Dr C in Tampa. Message me if you want info....
Looks like a bulls eye or ringworm. I would start with your primary doctor. At minimum be on the look out fir flu-like symptoms....
Smart doc...Tindamax is a cyst buster. I started on it but gave me wicked headaches so I was switched to Flagyl. Doxy with Tindamax cover the three types of Lyme bacteria....
I was told I needed a psychiatrist despite that fact that I had progressive photos of my bulls eye rash....
There are two...Dr C in Tampa and Dr K in Orlando. Message me if you want the details....
I so feel your pain. At the height of my Babeisia/Lyme treatment I had to change my nightshirt twice each night. It felt like I was burning from the inside out. My entire body would flush red,...
Could be a staph infection? Or yeast overgrowth? I had both (at different times) and it looked like little red, non-itchy dots....
I see a great LLMD in Tampa. Message me if you want his info. He follows Dr Burrascano's protocol....
My LLND says that tick-borne diseases can trigger migraines. He explained its like a switch being flipped on. It was my worst symptom and kept me in bed for 5 months. And none of the antibiotics...
If you have issues with Artemisinin you might want to try Sida Acuta. Below is what Buhner says about it: "I no longer recommend artemisinin or artemisia. Sida acuta will work better, especially for...
Swollen lymphs may be a sign of Bartonella....
Susan - private message me and I can provide you specifics!...
It sounds like a Bartonella symptom....
Help? Anyone use a good (legit) pharmacy in Canada that will ship to the US? I refuse to pay $1245 for a 10-day supply of Factive....
I use bio patch too. Also a heating pad helps. Blood clots are a serious issue. If you can't get a draw back you may need to go to the ER. Mine first Picc was pulled for an 8cm clot....
My LLMD wants me to take 250mg of Magnesium (at night) while taking Factive. Any suggestion on brand names for Magnesium Supplements?...
My LLMD told me not to use hand sanitizers or face cleaners while on Flagyl....
I had a similar rash and my LLMD suggested I go to a dermatologist. After a punch biopsy he determined it was a Staph infection caused from having low antibodies (IgG)....
Oh, that makes my stomach hurt just reading it. Make sure you are taking probiotics....
My CD57 is 13! :( I had mine tested through Igenex for $138. But Labcorp also does it. My LLMD said that he would re-run the test towards the end of my treatment. Like Summer3 mentioned, my doctor...
My LLMD suggested probiotics (brand Blue Bonnet) from the refrigerated section of the health food store. Two per day but taken at opposite times of abx....
Anyone have problems taking Flagyl? I started three days ago (500mg 2x daily) and from the first pill have experienced horrible intestinal issues (loose stool). I am taking Epsom salt/hydrogen...
Achieveingrace - what is the name of your biolfilm buster?...
I see Dr C in Tampa. He is awesome. Email me if you need contact info....
My IgGs (antibodies) are scarey low. My LLMD put me on S-Acetyl Glutsthione to help with amino acid transport, immune response, and intracellular antioxidant support. Anyone try this before having to...
I feel your pain. I've been 'oh woa is me' all day. I cant find the tunnel, let alone the light at the end of it! :) Hang tough! We will all make progress and get through this!...
I don't know if I cant take much more! :( I was scheduled to start my oral abx today but my new LLMD wanted to get rid of my rash first. He thought it might be a yeast rash. He started me on Diflucan...
Yes, popcorn is gluten free. I double checked because I love it. I make mine on the stove top with a bit of olive oil and Mrs. Dash. Yummmm!...
My LLMD and pharmacists said to take Mepron with a fatty food as it will help with the absorption. I take it with Nutella or peanut butter (which really helps with the taste)....
What antibiotics are you taking?...
One more thing...I remember reading about your red and white scratches (stretch marks). I'm not a doctor but that is a classic sign of Bartonella. A co-infection, like Bartonella, needs to be treated...
I am so sorry you are going through this but don't give up! I had a similar path with internist, infectious disease and neurology doctors who were clueless. I actually took photos of my bulls eye...
I tracked my temperature twice a day for two months. It averaged 98.1 in the am and 101.1 in the pm (and spiked with the least bit of activity). Unknowing doctors called it "fevers of an unknown...
I have been gluten free for four whole days! And I'm so craving bread, and pasta, and cereal, and.... My LLMD says it will help speed up the healing process. So sadly no more beer! Darn tick!!!...
My first prescription for Mepron is $745, and that's with insurance. Without it would be $1,100. It better be made with real gold. Holy Moly! Has anyone taken Mepron for Babesia? Are there any other...
I go to Dr. C in Tampa. I love him. His staff is a bit prickly but I don't care since he is a miracle worker. He is slowing down his practice to spend more time speaking and working with several Lyme...
Tomorrow is my first LLMD appointment. Sadly, I'm so sick (and have been waiting 7 weeks) that I'm excited! Any suggestions on asking the right questions? I don't want to miss anything....
Carolyn - just sent you an email! ;)...
I need some help finding a Lyme Doctor in MA or the surrounding area. I'm willing to drive for a doctor who can "fix" me!...
I was an extreme hiker and have hiked all over the world. Since becoming infected, I’m a complete mental case when I step onto any hiking trail. /community/emoticons/eyes.gif I use a combo of tick...
Thank you, Deejavu! I was starting to get worried that I might have another co-infection. I developed these white head type pimples on my face and neck 7 weeks after contracting Lyme. I was panicking...
I called and emailed both of my Senators today! :)...
Since I can’t find a good LLD in Florida, my plan B is to stay with family in Massachusetts and find an awesome LLD. Any suggestions?...
Yes, I did remove the deer tick (tiny thing filled with blood) about two after hiking in the backcountry. Unfortunately I did not save it (was too freaked out) but did get the photos once it started...
I have read that a bull's eye rash (EM) is not always red with a white center. Can it sometimes be a bruise-like rash (I'm tan but not that dark in skin tone)? Can someone please look at the link...