I got a small dog bite so the GP has put me on doxycycline. I'm a bit worried about taking it with an ileostomy. Has anyone else taken it ok?
Amaryllis
Hisbiscus
Yes I've taken it many times with my ileostomy. I have chronic bronchitis and sinus issues. It's one of the least to.cause C diff also. It may make your output more smelly. At least ot did mine but I just add a bit more M9 to the bag for that.
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Ben38
They might make your output looser they don't with me but they can...I would start taking them a.s.a.p. if it was myself dog bites can cause some really nasty infections and infection can get into your bone, can get very serious requiring surgery
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eefyjig
Just took a two pill Doxycycline blast after finding a tick on my head. Totally fine. Just watch yourself in the sun.
AlexT
Reply to eefyjig
Huh? It’s just a tick. 🐞(yes, I know that’s a lady bug but it’s the closest emoji I had)
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