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Posted by OnceAgain (Member # 5212) on :

I am currently going to a LLMD but recently my regular family doc discovered that I have low sodium (electrolites). Is this a common symptom of someone who has Lyme?

Thanks in advance!

Posted by GiGi (Member # 259) on :

Was just reading some article my doctor published a long time ago. It says:

"We observed low sodium and low calcium levels in people with chronic exposure to mercury".

I think an imbalance of many minterals is part of the problem with Lyme, etc and infections in general, including parasites.

Take care.

Posted by Christine202 (Member # 6158) on :

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Posted by Christine202 (Member # 6158) on :

Hi Once again - I have been dealing with unexplained low sodium and low electrolites for years...It got so bad for me this past year that I was hospitalized 5 times...

I went to see an autonomic specialist...I was diagnosed with hypovolemia, and dysautonomia.... After many tests it was confirmed that the infections from Lyme Disease were what was causing this to happen to me.

I have been treating for Lyme and coinfections again, and have been better overall...but a recent bout of a flu bug retriggered the hypovolemia and electolite imbalance.

I usually need IV fluids right away for rehydration, but my LLMD suggested I try drinking ( sipping the fluids instead).... I have actually had sucess so far with it...I also take salt tabs, and salt my food, drink electrolite solutions such as electromix, or ceralyte... I NEVER drink plain water b/c that can flush my electrolites out very fast.

Bottom line is treating the Lyme and getting the proper hydration is the most effective for me.

Even though these things work for myself, I would not try to do any of these things without first seeing a Dr to get a proper diagnoses.

Good Luck to you

Posted by achey (Member # 6284) on :

My ND noticed an electolyte imbalance in me before she concluded lyme...

My solution is one packet of Emergen--C electrolyte powder and 1/4 tsp seasalt in a large water bottle each day. If I'm more active I will do it twice a day.

the clues of dehydration for me are drinking water w/o thirst relief, dry skin/lips, and bloating, and extra fatigue

When I get my electrolyte levels where they belong, the symptoms go away. Now, I just need to be less stubborn and not wait for symptoms to begin...

I'm just get so tired of having so many rules to feeling well sometimes!

Wish you well!

Posted by OnceAgain (Member # 5212) on :

Thank you everyone for the information. I suspected it could have something to do with Lyme. I have been prescribed Zithromax but have not begun taking it yet because I understand it could make me very sick. I would like to get through the holidays without that. Have any of you been prescribed this drug for Lyme and if so how are you doing with it?

Thanks again.

Posted by achey (Member # 6284) on :

I just finished 4 weeks out of 12 of zith, iv.
it's definitely a life change...
I have far less pain than before, but I'm tired!!!! It's a whole new concept for me, and I'm getting better at resting, but still with guilt.

Start your treatment when you feel it's best for you....
Happy Holidays!

Posted by OnceAgain (Member # 5212) on :

Thanks Achey. I can't imagine being more tired than I already am. There is so much to do on a daily basis that it is hard to rest without guilt. You sit there and look at all the things you should be doing. Thanks for your candor.

A happy holiday season to you too.

Posted by fish (Member # 4096) on :

Hi OnceAgain,

Do you mind emailing me with the name of the LLMD you are seeing and a sentence or two how you like him/her? I see Dr. J. in western PA and am very happy with him, but, many around here don't or can't drive that far. I am looking for opinions about the eastern PA LLMDs for my own information because, unfortunately, I am getting so many questions from people in our area with lyme and I don't know how to help them narrow down the PA list of LLMDs.

My email is in my profile.

Thanks!
Leslie

Posted by OnceAgain (Member # 5212) on :

Sent you an email Fish.

Posted by fish (Member # 4096) on :

Thank you! I got it

I appreciate your help.