So after 6months I test positive via Igenex .... And I'm pregnant!

[nervousmummytobe]

Hey guys!
I am currently 33 weeks pregnant.
I posted here a while ago and got tested via a lab and I tested fully negative via westernblot on each band.
I have been having odd symptoms and just knew something was up so I decided to send my blood to igenex via a specialist in the uk... It came back igm positive ....
You can imagine how heartbroken I feel as I contracted lyme in the first trimester and only have found out now! Please don't reply with scary stories I know the unfavorable situation I am now faced with and really haven't posted for info about all of these stories as I have already seen them.
When I went to the specialist he started me on amoxocillin (500mg 3x a day ) so I have been on them 3 weeks and will continue to take them until baby is here so all together roughly 11 weeks of treatment?!do you think this will make any difference to my pregnancy outcome ? I know it's best to take the med rather than not but its just scary how late I found out.
Will this dosage help me in anyway? What treatment will I need after the birth ( I currently have mainly neuro symptoms ) . Also I have requested a kit from igenex to test baby's cord. How will I go about treating him  etc? I don't like the 'wait for symptoms to appear ' approach so will start treatment as soon as i can for him.

Thanks guys

[nervousmummytobe]

Also ... Does anyone know whether the baby can feel pain etc? If he has got lyme from me will he be in pain when he is born? Without me knowing ! This terrifies me

[nervousmummytobe]

I hope and pray each day he will be fine ! Not long until he is here !

I have been extremely anxious and aggatated since lyme .... I am never angry no matter what yet since this I have been shouting at people for very odd reasons! I think it could be pregnancy hormones also lol

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[JackieCalifornia]

"I'm so scared my baby will die I don't know why I've become consumed with this"

Why? Because you are a mother and you care ...

... and because Lyme has mental and emotional effects directly as a result of the infection.  It happens to many, many of us and is a common symptom.  I wasn't pregnant, and I was very anxious too.  It's a biochemical side effect of the infection.

[mojogal]

She thinks she got it before but either way, your baby is going to be fine. Having 2 kids of my own, and spending 4 months on bed rest due to an amniotic fluid leak with the youngest,  I understand your concerns but try not to let it take away from the joys of being pregnant. It's a special time.
We are here for you anytime you need to vent!

[nervousmummytobe]

Wow that is promising to hear! Thank you!
Did his mum acquire it during pregnancy or before ? I'm so scared my baby will die I don't know why I've become consumed with this

[mojogal]

I have a friend whose son got Lyme in Utero 28 years ago when all the research wasn't like it is now. He is a perfectly healthy 28 year old. He did have to take abx not as an infant, but is doing great now!
I know it's hard when you are pregnant, everything worries you, but agree with everyone above and all should be fine with amoxicillin.
The best of luck!