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I began taking doxycylin one week ago for possible lymes disease, and have been experiencing bloating, mild tenderness in my abdomen, and swollen feet?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

See details: Then call the doctor who prescribed it. It is likely a drug reaction.

Answered 6/7/2016

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