anxiety question again

I would like to know what you took/take for anxiety. Did you use several products? I won't go on a benzo which I know would probably help at this moment but the withdrawals are horrible and I won't ever do it again. Right now I take a calming forumula by Source Naturals called Theanine Serene with Relora which has gaba, magnesium, taurine, theanine, relora and holy basil. I also take motherwort 3 to 4 times a day and again trying avena sativa. I don't want to try Kava Kava....may cause problems. Can I add other herbs/supplements to the mix or would it be too much?

I can't believe how I am now a babbling cry baby. My poor husband listens to me moaning and groaning. I go sit on my deck and am constantly on my I-phone trying to keep my mind occupied. My bottom is sore from sitting so much. I am too weak to go walking.

I am worried that taking only A-Bart will never beat this infection. I need for my cognition and strength to get a bit better so I can get better treatment or figure something else out. I have many Buhner tinctures sitting in my cupboard but felt I really needed a doctor to keep an eye on me. I tried calling several of Buhner's recommended herbalists but they were all very busy and not taking on any new clients. My LLMD gave me the option of abx or A-Bart. Because of previouis gut issues from abx I chose the tincture. I know I am flailing big time.

What did/do you attribute to getting rid of your anxiety? What infection do you presume caused it?

I guess I am grasping at straws so thanks for listening.

Patty

Peteza, this anxiety has been going on since January. A body can only take so much sress. I have a total weight loss of 40 lbs. I can't afford to lose another pound. The anxiety is is near panic levels.... not the type that can be worked down by doing paper work or riding a bike....I know that type of anxiety. I will figure this out. I was curious if I can take a few different ones within a couple hours time frame without causing an overdose.

Patty

My weight came back after starting lyme treatment.I think it was about 4 months after starting antibiotics for lyme I began putting on a few pounds.

I know that anxiety you're talking about...the panic feelings. I had it bad when I was undiagnosed.

I thought I was going crazy...losing my f'in mind. I was told to write a gratitude journal...and the counsellor had me put these little sticky notes on my mirror and on the fridge, etc. with motivating statements.

NONE OF IT HELPED. It was beyond that - if that makes sense...

I would wake up with it...just hit me...and the only thing I could do is cry.
My husband was coming home on his lunch break - with the driving he only had 5 minutes at home...but he was worried about me (it was that bad)
I would cling to him (seriously).

But interestingly it mostly resolved even before treatment started...I don't know why,
I hope this will happen for you summer. I don't have anything to offer...but just keep trying things...and I hope you find something. I just wanted to tell you that I know what you're going through and I sympathize...so sorry!


(((hugs)))

If you do the homeopathic, remember that certain things counteract it. Allow at least 15 minutes before putting the pellets under your tongue. It is also advisable to touch the pellets as little as possible.

I did not do coffee, mint, alcohol or toothpaste (until I finally found Weleda no mint toothpaste).

Please make sure that the aconite does not interfere with any meds you are already taking. You can take it as a tincture instead of homepathic pellets.

It can interact with heart meds.

summer16: did you try sauna? I had very strong anxiety and panic attacks and for me sauna always reduces it greatly. Sometimes the effect is so big I can't hardly believe it.

Understand what you mean about the anxiety and weight loss. Since this all began years ago, my body fat keeps gong and going.

It stopped when I treated and felt better, but has started again since relapse. People say "I wish I had that problem," but it's as bad as gaining a lot of weight when you have always been fit.

Anxiety is also a part of Lyme and co-infections, so that plays a part, too. Anxiety is one of my biggest issues.

Good news is weight can come back. The fat didn't much, but I did get back to the weight I was before Lyme.

Yes, Trav, I have most of his books.

Girlie, yes, that type of anxiety. I don't want anybody to touch or talk to me as this revs up my rage, too. Did you take anything for it?

Astroman, bloodwork last month was:

TSH.....2.07

Free T4....2.0 (high)

I have to do lab work again and she did mention possible Armour.

I know that saunas are good for you but I honestly don't think I could do that right now. I have extreme claustrophobia......where the he heck did that come from? I can't even lie in a tub.

Thank you all for the great feedback.

Patty

I had it twice... Not all day but woke up then half day...
Treated w green dragons core protocol and added the two herbs for neuro - Chinese cats claw and Chinese skullcap ....
then
Holy basil at larger dose is what I think really helped that symptom. 2 gaia caps bf bed and in am. . Also ashwaganda

Hi NW Lyme Guy - welcome!

Are you doing the full Buhner's protocol for lyme?

Because you are new here - it would be helpful for you to read through the thread at the top of the page titled: "New to Lyme?..Start Here!" It's got a ton of useful information.


Please feel free to share your 'story' with us.

TxBart: I use classic dry sauna, one or two times a week.