yes - I feel a lot worse leading up to 'cycle' - I think it is a lot to do with more fluid in my body at this time.
I certainly experience this. I sometimes back down on my antibiotics at this time to help minimize it, but that only helps a small bit. I honestly dread it each month.
However, this is not specific to Lyme. It can also happen with fibro, CFS, and autoimmune diseases. (I'm sure the list goes on.)