I would have to add that they simply can't test for everything. And it is a step in the right direction. They are recognizing the need for it, and are doing what they can within this study to further...
I had the same issue but those lab results all came down. How long have you been treating for? Often you might have a transient increase in liver enzymes, that will come and go. If it remains...
Yes, as bluelyme stated, I will be conducting more tests and will be culturing blood from a couple MS patients....
Just make sure you understand the dosage, administration, and duration of treatment. If you have any questions, I am here to help. So just ask away, through personal mail on here....
Have both diagnoses right now. Always interesting to read these reports....
Speaking from experience: I have been diagnosed with MS. The basis for the diagnosis considers multiple things. But, in a general sense, the findings must meet certain criteria, called MacDonalds...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bs2Q6NsPE-I At 2:45 I put a box around one. Watch in HD. Check it out. Unfortunately, docs don't really care. I'll be going back to an LLMD in my area to take a look,...
I have personal anecdotes to share. I have been diagnosed with MS. Based on MRI (lesions in brain and spinal cord) and have already begun treatment for that. However, I am also trying to get my docs...
I use the head lamp in place of the bulb on the microscope. So the LED light is shining through the condenser from below, just like the normal light would. I exercise caution, though. I limit the...
And just to add, the microscope I use only costs 375 dollars, new. You might be able to find them for cheaper on EBAY, or find one used. It's worth the investment. Thats like, the cost of a set of...
Amscope T490-DK http://www.amazon.com/AmScope-T490B-DK-Magnification-Illumination-High-Resolution/dp/B004TP7KDM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1445193107&sr=8-2&keywords=amscope+t490 I use my DSLR camera to...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxJyT8BxYnA&feature=youtu.be Check it out! Watch in 1080P. At roughly 1:45 is the best view of one....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vIEiGqy554 Another video, dark field. Watch in 1080 P, where the indicator is pointing....
1000x I believe. I'd have to look. Its the greatest magnification I can get that still has a clear picture. Poor cell phone cam because my other camera was dead. I'll post more stuff as a I find it...
https://youtu.be/PWpnqzIYuXQ Here is another video pointing to what I am speaking about. Unfortunately, motility was limited due to the blood drying, as this slide had been prepared about two hours...
https://youtu.be/7wOwSebreVc That should be the good link....
Anyone here have any experience with microscopy? I'd be curious to see what anyone's thoughts are on this. https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=7wOwSebreVc It appears to be part of a damaged red...
Yes, it is okay to take those other items. Look up ceftriaxone online as well and look at the contraindications. IF something is not listed as a contraindication, it'll be okay to take with the...
Neurologist prescribed it. It may possibly be that he is familiar with it and wanted to start with it, ie. he has been working in the field for a long time. I didn't select it. He wanted to start...
Well, right now, Avonex once a week. Going from there. I just started that this week. It's a pretty nasty medication, though....
What kind of antibiotics has everyone had success with? And what duration? Any complete resolution of symptoms? I am on the fence about the borrelia infection, I'm just not sure about the results....
Good point. My point was also to retest a later date. Treatment may evoke a response, and lab error may have reduced the results or exaggerated them. i.e the 39 band may have been read wrong, or the...
I'm on board with that reaction likely being a hypersensitive reaction to penicillin. Have you ever taken it before, and if so, how did that go? The best suggestion would be to switch to a different...
That's true. I am currently on my MS med, but haven't found anything that states it would be detrimental if I continue if while treating for borrelia. Probably best to play it safe and treat for both...
Look at it this way. IgM for current infections IgG for current infections or previous infections, and could also mean chronic. That result is highly indicative of history of an infection, and would...
Make sure to rule out normal wear and tear as well.Plantar fasciitis, etc. It could be as simple as doing some foot exercises and stretching. Hit all the points you can....
There's risks to be weighed. My thoughts: While the verdict is still out on whether it can be congenital or not, it also is not something like HIV. If you suspect that your child has been infected...
Thanks for the replies, guys. The other problem is with the current diagnosis of MS, so many of the symptoms are the same. So the issue is which to treat. I have read quite a bit on the links between...
Wants to treat that now, so could be that he wants to eliminate everything else first....
Yes, solu-medrol is a cortico-steroid generally used to reduce inflammation. Which, in my case, was for the suspected MS lesions from a flare up. However, I had what could be considered a paradoxical...
Yes, As for the pneumoniae lab that I didn't give results for, those weren't disclosed. The lab only sent back the results that stated it was under a certain titer threshold, so I can't actually...
Cool, thanks for the info and reply. I've obviously looked into the lyme thing, based on a request to do so by my mother. She was diagnosed shortly after I was born, and spend a good deal of the...
How's it going! Just recently diagnosed. Taking gabapentin and Avonex. The avonex sucks. Diagnosed based on MRI findings in spine/brain, as well as lumbar puncture. Just saying hi! Side note: Ive...
I think it would be worthwhile to be treated/continue treatment, and retest at a later date. No activity later would be a good sign, and if their is increased activity or a more definite result, that...
I've done my own research regarding this but am looking for multiple opinions, even from lay-persons (meaning not licensed medical practitioners). You guys seem knowledgeable about this stuff so I...