Synovial Fluid Biopsy Results - Negative for Chlaymida

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To All:

I just received the news that the biopsy done on my knee was negative

for Chlamydia / Chlamydia Pneumonia. Therefore, I will not be part

of the dual antibiotic study (doxy w/ ripfampin)to treat Reiter's

Syndrome. I am very disappointed. Not sure what to do. I'm in

great pain (hip, feet, breastbone area).

Also, today I had an appointment w/ my GI doctor to discuss GERD /

acid reflux and pain in breastbone area. He had no answer for the

breastbone pain. Only wanted to focus on stomach issues. He wants to

do another endoscopy(I've already had two endoscopies done in less

than two years, one CT Scan of Abdominal, one colonoscopy, one test

were you eat radio active eggs and x-rays are done over a 2 hour

period.) The GI systems checks out OK. Another endoscopy would be

useless.

I'm considering trying doxy / ripfampin combo for six month despite

test results. I plan to discuss w/ a few friends / doctors.

Any thoughts are would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.