If you are experiencing Lyme Detox Symptoms, here are some tips on how to help with the Lyme Detox/Lyme Herx.
For me, about 3 days after I started Antibiotics and Biofilm Busters, I started to experience the following symptoms:
Headache
Nausea
Diarrhea
Aches/Pains
Fatigue
Tremors
Nightsweats
Nightmares
Low Grade Fever
Chills
Brainfog/Confusion
A Lyme Herx Reaction, also known as a Lyme Detox, is a term used to describe the temporary worsening of symptoms that may occur when undergoing treatment for Lyme disease or other chronic infections. It is named after the German dermatologist Karl Herxheimer, who first described this phenomenon.
When Lyme disease-causing bacteria (Borrelia burgdorferi) or other pathogens are killed off during treatment, they release toxins and other substances into the bloodstream. The body's immune system recognizes these released toxins as foreign invaders and mounts an inflammatory response to eliminate them. This immune response can lead to an exacerbation of existing symptoms or the appearance of new symptoms.
Common symptoms of a Lyme detox reaction may include:
Increased fatigue
Headache
Joint and muscle pain
Flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, body aches)
Skin rashes or hives
Digestive disturbances
Mood swings or irritability
It is important to note that a Herxheimer reaction is generally a sign that the treatment is working and that the body is actively clearing out the infection. However, it can be uncomfortable and may mimic a worsening of the disease temporarily.
I had heard of these Lyme Herx Reactions prior to beginning treatment, but I was woefully unprepared for the severity of it! When my brainfog started to ease I did what I always do - research to find everything that may help ease the symptoms of a Lyme Herx Reaction.
In order to keep pushing the detox and to make sure I got rid of Lyme as quickly and efficiently as possible, I needed to find some ways to ease the Lyme Herx Symptoms. Here is a list of everything I have been doing that helps with my Lyme Herx Symptoms:
Celery Juice
Alka-Seltzer
Glutathione
Epsom Saly Baths
Burbur/Pinella Drops
Binders (EDTA + Activated Charcoal)
Apple Cider Vinegar (Fire Cider)
PEMF Therapy
There are other things that work as well, and they can be found here:
By recognizing the symptoms of Lyme Herx and taking the necessary steps to help with the detox process, you can help make your Lyme Detox Symptoms more manageable.
This is not a recommendation as I am not a doctor, but I take 4 EDTA pills and 4 Activated Charcoal pills every day (empty stomach, no food before or after for an hour), and 10 drops of Burbur/Pinella Drops every 30 minutes until the Lyme Herx Symptoms begin to go away.
I also drink ~30 ounces of Celery Juice Daily and take 1-2 servings of Alka Seltzer daily, as these are both alkalizing. When your body is "Herxing" it becomes more acidic, lowering your PH and making your body more prone to illnesses. The Celery Juice and Alka Seltzer help to restore your PH.
You can purchase some of the above items here: Things that Help with Lyme Detox Symptoms - Lyme Detox/Lyme Herx (health2longevity.com)
These have worked well for me, and I hope they can help for you too!
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