Re: Herbs and/or antibiotics- Kate

[Guest guest]

I've heard that when someone doesn't respond to antibiotics for Lyme it may be

due to untreated co-infections. These co-infections can be tricky to diagnose

(tests not accurate).

My latest CBC showed some atypical red blood cells--could indicate babesia.

Most of us have at least one co-infection. Could that be an issue in your case?

You might want to discuss with your MD.

It seems like no two people respond the same way with these tick-borne

infections. I've heard of people who were asymptomatic for years, then suddenly

had a host of health problems which turned out to be Lyme related. I went into

remission (pre-diagnosis) for 8 months in '07. Thought I was going to be fine.

Then gradually symptoms returned and by early '09 I knew I was in serious

trouble and had better find out the cause. Finally was tested for Lyme & Co in

May of last year. Bingo!

It's hard not to be on an emotional roller coaster with the uncertainties we

face.

Wishing you better days ahead.

Kim

[ ] Herbs and/or antibiotics

I disagree with the contention that long term antibiotic use destroys the immune

system. I have been treated with many antibiotics over the past four years, both

oral and IV. My immune system was in such a bad state that without the

antibiotics, I could have never managed to come back from Lyme and the four

co-infections I had.

I have had no colds and only one virus in all of this time so as long as your

doctor is supplementing your immune system with the proper supplementation,

there is a decent chance that you will eventually be fine. I am also using

Buhner's protocol along with some other herbs my doctor uses and for me, neither

is a panacea. However I have come along way and I could have never come this far

without the antibiotics.

Just another perspective.

[Guest guest]

Hi Kate,

I think I'm doing somewhat better on new regime of ceftin & biaxin (which

penetrates cell walls). Mood is definitely more stable, but now by

mid-afternoon I'm so sleepy I have to nap for at least an hour, sometimes more,

even though I get a good 8 hrs of sleep most nights. I'm having some concerns

about the PICC line, its care & maintenance.Wishing I didn't live alone. I'm

divorced and my young adult daughtesr (24 & 22) don't live near me, though we

have very good, close relationships. My younger daughter is having a hard time

knowing how to respond to my situation and sometimes thinks I'm " obsessing "

about my disease. I'm attending a meeting with the local Lyme & Wellness

support group this afternoon and may ask of others experience with the IVs &

line. One of our newest members, who is very sick, has one right now.

I try to contemplate gratitude for something everyday. Sometimes something as

simple as the sound of a bird calling in the midst of a silent winter morning.

Best wishes,

Kim

[ ] Herbs and/or antibiotics

I disagree with the contention that long term antibiotic use destroys the immune

system. I have been treated with many antibiotics over the past four years, both

oral and IV. My immune system was in such a bad state that without the

antibiotics, I could have never managed to come back from Lyme and the four

co-infections I had.

I have had no colds and only one virus in all of this time so as long as your

doctor is supplementing your immune system with the proper supplementation,

there is a decent chance that you will eventually be fine. I am also using

Buhner's protocol along with some other herbs my doctor uses and for me, neither

is a panacea. However I have come along way and I could have never come this far

without the antibiotics.

Just another perspective.