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Treatment Update: Month 9 & 10

I missed the 9 month update (March 16th) and I'm close to 10 months, so I decided to do a combined update.

Symptoms that have improved:

  • Depression and anxiety 
  • Pins & needles sensations
  • Throat issues & reflux
  • Swollen lymph nodes
  • Exercise intolerance 
  • Joint pain
  • Headaches
  • Forgetfulness
  • Muscle weakness
  • Foot pain
  • Fatigue


Symptoms that have worsened/relapsed/continued:

  • Air hunger was bad for a few days following the most recent full moon
  • Insomnia continues 
  • Stiffness in fingers continues, especially in the morning

Comments:

I've been able to keep off some weight for the first time in a few years. There is a noticeable difference in my stomach - jeans that weren't fitting before are fitting again. It's slow going, but I believe the weight is beginning to come off. I've been able to exercise twice a week for the last two weeks, which has been extremely encouraging, and I hope it keeps up. I'm not feeling like complete garbage every day. I'm still symptomatic but I'm able to live my life better, which is why I missed updating for month 9. I think the biggest reasons for my improvement (besides treatment of course) are:
1) Diet. Eating much better and 99% sugar free
2) Red root - helps clear out my lymphatic system
3) Not focusing on Lyme - I haven't been thinking about it and visiting the groups, or even going to the meetings lately. It's better for my mental health to not focus on it all the time.
I also just found out I have to lower my thyroid meds, which is a good sign!

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