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Doxy reaction?

deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi I am a newly diagnosed lymer. I started Doxicycline two days ago 100mg twice a day and today I noticed a burning sensation on my right tempel, exaggerated bell's palsy of my right eye and later in the day weakness and trembling of my right hand. Is this a herx (especially the trembling and weakness), or should I be going to the hospital?
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It certainly could be herxing but it usually takes more than 2days to experience it. There is nothing typical about this disease though each individual reacts in their own way to the disease and the treatments. If you are experiencing severe weakness and palsy on the right side of your body only and especially if it is accompanied by a sudden severe headache, blurred vision, speech dificulty, altered mental status you may want to be evaluated asap to rule out a stroke. Whenever symptoms frighten you, you should seek medical advise. If possible at least call your LLMD or your primary care physician for advise. Let us know how you get along.
Love and Peace
grammy Lori
deleted_user
deleted_user
I think it is a herx, I have had bell's for a while now. The weakness and trembling has improved. No headache or other symptoms. I think I am going to watch it and see. thanks for the quick reply grammylori!
standstrong
standstrong
I agree... keep an eye on yourself, but it really does sound like a herx. That being said, your doctor is there to call on and to ask questions, so call and ask. They will also want to know if you are herxing, b/c it helps them to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment. I'm sorry you are feeling so bad... if it is a herx it is actually a very good sign. It means you are kicking spirochete butt!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I agree- keep an eye on it, and if in doubt, seek medical help.

I know most literature says a herx normally starts a week or two after starting treatment, but every time my daughter starts a new antibiotic, she starts herxing within a couple of days usually.

Well wishes!
deleted_user
deleted_user
It normally rakes around 5 days for me to work into a herx, I start to feel it around day 3 or 4...but on the Doxy I was in one on day 2.

Sounds like you are killing those buggers off, but make sure to connect with your Dr if any symptoms do not seem "right".

Hugs and wellness!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Thanks Guys! Your responses make me feel much better, I will continue to watch it and get in touch with my LLMD. Its nice to know their is a community like this for support during these difficult times! Thanks again!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Please keep us posted!

Hugs to you.
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