Memory loss after allergic reaction to antibiotic?

Question

I came down with bronchitis and a really high fever over 104 degrees, which left me feeling like my brains had been fried and gave me hallucinations. My husband got the fever down with cool towels and ibuprofen.

The next day the doctor gave me clarithromycin (Biaxin) to get things under control. Two doses in and I suddenly had the urge to vomit and go to the bathroom with violent cramping. About a minute later I lost my vision and most of my hearing with limb numbness. I was rushed to the ER. Apparently my blood pressure (BP) was extremely low and the medicine causes abnormal heart rhythms.

Thankfully my vision returned and most things seem to have restored themselves. But 2 weeks later I am still hearing a high pitched ring in my ears, and my short term memory is horrible - also I keep "spacing out", though my fever is gone. I have bad headaches still.

Could this incident have done permanent damage to my heart or brain?

Answer 1

Just the fact that you had a fever of 104 could have done a little brain damage. And add the allergic reaction to the meds......well there ya go. Just always remember the name of the meds that your allergic to and keep them in your wallet or purse so that if anything else were to happen the people taking care of you would know not to give you those. I would go see a doc about the spacing out and the ringing.

Answer 2

Mold is EXTREMELY TOXIC. You need to call someone to remove it. Mold releases a toxic gas that will do a lot more than cause respiratory allergic actions! In the meantime, stay away from it, and if you go in there wear a respirator.

Answer 3

Yes u better go back to a different doc

Answer 4

104 is awfully high.. It could do damage if not brought down