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Post by casa11 on Nov 19, 2017 21:11:31 GMT
Hi, I change mine about once a year ! lol...I guess that's going to have to change !
My sinuses went crazy the past several days....And that annoying sore throat just won't go away.... I feel my doc's, even the integrative doc office isn't taking me seriously at this point...Only the herbalist seems to have compassion.... I was getting my iv and the np came in, asked how I felt, I told her the truth, and she just said I looked better and walked out....
Problem for me with non traditional methods is they are not covered by insurance and we cannot afford big bills out of pocket..... I think I will go to urgent care and ask for a throat culture....I do not have a fever. Wouldn't I have one with strep ?
My big fear is the throat issue is some nasty co infection that no one will test for....It almost seems like doctors are paid by insurance companies not to test you unless you have extreme symptoms....
I am getting very close to purchasing oregano oil.... Scott
Sorry I didn't respond earlier . I kinda crashed for a few days.... Wow, that's awful! Sorry your np was so dismissive! And sorry your throat & sinus issues are still so bad... so frustrating- why do doctors even bother to ask if they don't want to hear the answers??? As others have mentioned, even if it is a symptom of a coinfection & you were able to get a test, the coinfection tests are even less reliable than the Lyme tests... For example-I was tested ( conventional testing) for the 3 B's- but only tested positive for Lyme & Bartonella. My llmd and I both suspect other co's, but she said we'll deal with them later... In the meantime,I went to a np for electrodermal testing , and came up positive for Babesia as well as a bunch of other co's that I can't spell properly. I know some people think the electrodermal testing is quackery, but i know alot of people who it's helped, and since it just confirmed what I already suspected, I felt like it was worthwhile. It felt good to have answers & know what I'm up against. I know that might not be an option ( even if you do believe in it) for you because it's definitely something you have to pay for out of pocket, but just thought I'd mention it. Anyway, Have you gotten any answers yet? Hope so!
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Post by casa11 on Nov 20, 2017 0:24:03 GMT
Hi, yes c diff is not fun, but I am thinking lyme is even worse....At least with diff you know what you are up against, there are only a few abx or fecal transplant to treat....and even if you relapse it is still the same thing....The horror of c diff is the fear of needing an abx...
But this ....No definite diagnosis, doctors are dismissive...Herbal treatment not covered by insurance, the symptoms are all over the place...
I drank lemon water, did the foot bath and became overwhelmed with exhaustion...Took a nap, when I woke up I felt like death warmed over....I drank ginger tea and started to feel better....It lasted about 2 hours.... Feeling better now....That was bizarre..... I have to fight and stay positive.....
Off to my antioxidant iv appt. tomorrow.... Not sure if it helps, they pump you full of vitamins, minerals and some other immune system strengthening formula....Can't think of the names at the moment...
I pray you feel better soon, Scott
. Hey acres, So sorry I missed your above post till now! As you know, I haven't been around for a few days..I did a total crash & burn.... just didn't want it to seem like I was ignoring you! I'll take your word for it if you say you think Lyme is worse than c-diff... You're right about the many additional downsides to Lyme & co... sometimes it gets awfully overwhelming, feeling like you have to fight for every darn bit of medical treatment or testing you need & then still not getting much in the way of answers ... or help! Sending you lots of & good thoughts...
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Post by acres on Nov 20, 2017 4:37:47 GMT
Hi, I think I am feeling slightly better ? Maybe.... My anxiety which went through the roof during the diff is now in overdrive.... Still with the upper respiratory symptoms....Bad headache today, had to take fiorocet (I get tension headaches)...Don't know if it is the stress or the lyme...Sore throat has simmered down a bit... I am hoping the herbal tonics, lemon water, ginger, coconut oil, astragulus, immune factor vitamins, vitamin c, salt water gargle, sinus rinse, foot bathes, manuka honey, apple cidar vinegar & dgl are making a difference.... Pow wow with the herbalist Monday....I will discuss everything I have learned here (I have a large list of herbs to discuss with her) and I am sure she will have a plan as well going forward....But I will think for myself as well thanks to this forum...I have learned so much.... I seem to be tolerating the foot bath and lemon water now...Several minutes of feeling stoned during the bath, then it dissipates.....
I read online that boiling ginger kills it's antibiotic power...So I have started to suck on a raw slice 3 times a day along with the tea..
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Post by acres on Nov 20, 2017 4:47:09 GMT
Hi, Thank you for the and the positive replies....They are heart warming and really lift my spirits.... I wish I could give you the same caliber of advice and shoulder to lean on that you give me here....
No answers, but I think it is obvious....4 days after the bite, flu type symptoms that persist etc..... I have felt slightly better the past 36 hours, so hopefully that will continue.....
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Post by Admin/ Traveler on Nov 20, 2017 17:44:02 GMT
Hi, I think I am feeling slightly better ? Maybe.... My anxiety which went through the roof during the diff is now in overdrive.... Still with the upper respiratory symptoms....Bad headache today, had to take fiorocet (I get tension headaches)...Don't know if it is the stress or the lyme...Sore throat has simmered down a bit... I am hoping the herbal tonics, lemon water, ginger, coconut oil, astragulus, immune factor vitamins, vitamin c, salt water gargle, sinus rinse, foot bathes, manuka honey, apple cidar vinegar & dgl are making a difference.... Pow wow with the herbalist Monday....I will discuss everything I have learned here (I have a large list of herbs to discuss with her) and I am sure she will have a plan as well going forward....But I will think for myself as well thanks to this forum...I have learned so much.... I seem to be tolerating the foot bath and lemon water now...Several minutes of feeling stoned during the bath, then it dissipates.....
I read online that boiling ginger kills it's antibiotic power...So I have started to suck on a raw slice 3 times a day along with the tea..
Oh wow!! Suck on raw ginger!! Yikes!! Not something I can tolerate, so good for you!! I take ginger powder, as well as have ginger slices in case that's not enough during the day. But, that's as far as I can go with it! LOL! Do let us know how your appointment goes!! Inquiring minds want to know! LOL! But, I'm very glad to hear that things have settle down a bit too! And - no worries about being the one getting the support right now - you're time will come to help others soon enough! That's how it works on these forums (when they are run well) - new members get help from those that have been here a while, plus, who knows who you will come into contact in your "in-person" life (not online life) and may be able to offer some words of wisdom then!
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Post by acres on Nov 20, 2017 23:56:37 GMT
Hi, You have mind reading powers ! when you mentioned the "in person" life....Just received a call today from a friend who tested positive for lyme. He has been ill most of the year with knee issues, colds that never go away, headaches etc.... He is very old school, does not have email so he is going to give me his daughters email address and I will communicate with that way. He is not sure what treatment to start (I think finances play a huge part of that) He is chronic (doctor told him) so it is a bit over my head..... I am going to try to get him to join here...He is not a computer person and set in his ways, but I will try....
I really like my Herbalist....There is a fee of course (not too bad) but we also do the email thing which is free & I think she is very sincere and not out to make a fortune off everyone..... She asked me a million questions about my health and told me my health issues and symptoms fit like a puzzle.... She told me to continue the herbs I am currently taking and add andrograghis, Immuplex 159 and thymes 90.... for my immune system.... She said my leukopenia makes it easier for my immune system to get over taxed...My wbc count is usually 2.9 to 3.4.....Has been for many years.... My next apt is 1/14/18....
Yes raw ginger is an adventure.... ! But I am so used to drinking strong teas that it's not bad....it does make me jump once in a while.... Since I am doing well with the foot bathes I am going to try a full bath tomorrow ! Wish me luck !!! Happy Thanksgiving to you and all the wonderful people here
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Post by Little Bear (LB) on Nov 21, 2017 20:42:06 GMT
Hi acres!-
That is so nice of you to reach out to your friend that was recently diagnosed with Lyme. That probably means so much to him because as we all know this disease can be so lonely and isolating.
That is great that you like your herbalist. That is half the battle sometimes. Just to find a doctor that works well with you. Thank you for sharing the herbs that you added to your protocol. My knowledge of herbs isn't too good. I'll leave that up to Traveler. LOL!
Good Luck on your full foot bath today!!! Get those toxins OUT!!
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Post by Admin/ Traveler on Nov 21, 2017 21:31:28 GMT
Hi, You have mind reading powers ! when you mentioned the "in person" life....Just received a call today from a friend who tested positive for lyme. He has been ill most of the year with knee issues, colds that never go away, headaches etc.... He is very old school, does not have email so he is going to give me his daughters email address and I will communicate with that way. He is not sure what treatment to start (I think finances play a huge part of that) He is chronic (doctor told him) so it is a bit over my head..... I am going to try to get him to join here...He is not a computer person and set in his ways, but I will try....
I really like my Herbalist....There is a fee of course (not too bad) but we also do the email thing which is free & I think she is very sincere and not out to make a fortune off everyone..... She asked me a million questions about my health and told me my health issues and symptoms fit like a puzzle.... She told me to continue the herbs I am currently taking and add andrograghis, Immuplex 159 and thymes 90.... for my immune system.... She said my leukopenia makes it easier for my immune system to get over taxed...My wbc count is usually 2.9 to 3.4.....Has been for many years.... My next apt is 1/14/18....
Yes raw ginger is an adventure.... ! But I am so used to drinking strong teas that it's not bad....it does make me jump once in a while.... Since I am doing well with the foot bathes I am going to try a full bath tomorrow ! Wish me luck !!! Happy Thanksgiving to you and all the wonderful people here
Wonderful!! See? You're already out there and helping others!!! I would encourage you to direct him to Buhner's (buy his books)- or to your herbalist! That would be the easiest way for him to get the help he needs. If he's not the type to just go by Buhner's books, see what you can do to get him to see your herbalist. Of course, we would LOVE to have him join here, where we could all be a part of his support system, as well as help him through this when we can! As LB said, finding a good herbalist that works well with you is a wonderful thing!!! And those that are out there to help more than to make money are usually the best!! Ginger is a bit too 'spicy hot' for me to just slice off a piece and suck on it! I'm impressed, and will not challenge you to a pepper eating contest! LOL! Of course, we wish you the very best of luck with the bath!! Do be careful to not over do it! And let us know how it went for you! I hope your Thanksgiving is relaxing and easy going!
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Post by acres on Nov 22, 2017 5:49:20 GMT
Full bath today.....Wow did I feel light headed for about 5 minutes (stayed in the bath for 20) Then I was fine....so it was a success.....I have also increased my lemon water to 3 glasses a day..... Scott
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Post by Admin/ Traveler on Nov 22, 2017 17:41:07 GMT
Full bath today.....Wow did I feel light headed for about 5 minutes (stayed in the bath for 20) Then I was fine....so it was a success.....I have also increased my lemon water to 3 glasses a day..... Scott
Very, very awesome, Acres!!! Do be careful to still monitor yourself on those baths! Some can't use them daily, while others like to use them more than once a day. If you aren't up to tolerating the detox baths daily, you can do the foot baths on the days you don't use a full bath. That's great on the lemon water too! I have my fake coffee in the morning, then only drink water or lemon water the rest of the day so I can get the amount I now require. One thing that I want to be sure that gets said a LOT (lol), lemon water is hard on the enamel of the teeth, so be sure to rinse your mouth out with clear water after drinking the lemon water.
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