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I have had an extremely stubborn sinus/respiratory infection for ...

Posted at 5:21 PM on Nov 30, 2007 by sharcope1, #25352
I have had an extremely stubborn sinus/respiratory infection for around 12 weeks or so. Weeks ago I finished a round of antibiotics (Doxycycline (sp?)) without much improvement. Went to ENT and he prescribed Levaquin 500mg once daily for 21 days. I have been on this med for about 14 or 15 days. Sinuses are some better but I don't think it is all gone. Interestingly though, about 3 or 4 days ago ALL of my joints began hurting...all of a sudden. I have had a really sore shoulder for about a week, maybe more, that really isn't getting better. How bizarre that this is the site I found. It must be the meds. It is Friday 11/30, 5:15, of course so I can't call them now. I have an appointment on Tuesday and I will assertively and aggressively inquire about this. This is pretty scary. If I learn something new I will gladly post it here--but I truly expect to be told it is not the Levaquin...
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Reply about 1 year ago on Dec 01, 2007 by susana, #3187

I was on levaquin for pneumonia for 10 days.After I was done taking it,about 5 days later,I developed pain i my feet.It is now in my feet,knees,hands,.It is helped by ibuprophen.When I went to the doctor,he said yes this is a common side effect of Levaquin.I have been getting worse now for 2 1/2 weeks

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