Dual Antibiotic Therapy - Doxy and Rifampin ???

[Guest guest]

Happy New Year to All!!

As you all know, I've been struggling with my conditions (hip, back,

feet and GI pain) for 3+ years. I've been to all kinds of doctors

and have had all kinds of tests done from simple blood tests to a

full body bone scan. Last month, tissues were taken from my knee

to test for chlamydia antibodies. To date, all tests have come

back 'normal' w/ exception of: 1) chlamydia pnuemonia antibiodies

were found via blood tests in the spring of 2005 ... 2) urine/semen

culture showed E. Faecalis back in the summer of 2005. That's

it. All other STD tests, CT scans, endoscopies, X-Rays

were " normal " .

A few months ago, I was prescribed Methotrexate. I was frightened

by the POSSIBLE side effects. At this very frustrated point, I

believe I've exhausted all options. So, I have decided to give the

above referenced drug combo a shot. It's still in clinical study

stages but I understand there's been some good success during phase

II and III trial studies. The plan consists of taking two Doxy

tabs and one Rifampin pill per day for 6 months! Blood tests to

be done every 1, 3 and 5 months to check liver enzyme levels (ast /

alt). I was wondering if anyone on the board has had any

experience w/ this form of treatment (it's still in clinical trial

stages) or heard any news / feedback (positive or negative).

Naturally, I'm a little worried about the side effects and

possibility of creating a drug resistant bug in my body. But, I

really can't take this pain any more. The pain and suffering is

KILLING me any way.

Thanks to all for your support in 2006 ... I look forward to a

better 2007.

Regards,

[Guest guest]

Any thoughts ?