TL/DR: What, if anything, should I add to JoH and Acyclovir to fight this back? Good Afternoon, I was diagnosed with MD 4 years ago. I was initially prescribed steroids and a diuretic, however that had no impact. I then got steroid injections directly into the ear, which worked the first few times for a few months, but then stopped. Through research, I noticed the AV recommendation, along with JoH. I started both, and within a few days my symptoms were gone. I continued on with the JoH regiment, although foolishly about a year ago I stopped the L-Lysine because of having to taken on an empty stomach. I am relatively confident my Meniere's is AV. Last week I noticed some pressure in my ear, but didn't act. I also became a vegetarian about 3 months ago, perhaps not related. I'm back to full symptoms (tinnitus, vertigo, fullness). I re-started the AV (Acyclovir @ 800MG/3X a Day), as well as introducing the L-Lysince @ 4G a day. My symptoms got worse, which I've read is a good sign as the virus is reacting to the treatment, even if it feels miserable during that time. My question is, should I be doing anything else? I've remained on JoH (now with L-Lysine) and the diuretic, and introduced the Acyclovir, which I plan to keep on maintenance mode when this settles down. I've read about others adding B5/6, B12, Vitiamin C (above the JoH regiment), Vitamin D, etc. Any recommendations? Thanks, I've enjoyed reading the other threads to become more educated on this. - Josh
Since you had such good success on your previous regimen of AV and JOH, I would recommend you continue that. If you don't notice improvement, you can consider adding something else in the future. As a vegetarian myself, I do take a B12 supplement about every other day.