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Posted by Angie61 (Member # 10527) on :

Does anyone know if there is any relationship to Lyme Disease and Hypothyroidism? I have just been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and am wondering if it could be a consequence of Lyme? I did a search on the lyme site for thyroid problems but didn't come up with anything. Any information you can give me would be greatly appreciated!!

Posted by hiker53 (Member # 6046) on :

My lyme doctor diagnosed me with hyppothyroidism even though my tests were normal, because my hair was falling out and I was so tired. I think it is common with people with Lyme. Hiker

Posted by MommaK (Member # 10376) on :

Good question!

I have wondered that myself. Actually I think there are a few things that seem to be co-morbid, but in my dd's case it seems that the lyme makes some worse and brings on others.

My dd's bloodwork has been fine until recently. Although "normal" until recently, I have watched her numbers change, since being ill in January.

I would be interested in answers to this post also.

MommaK

Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :

yes, I just sent you by private message, pm, my 20 pages of newbie links/advise/symptoms, but here's the symptoms for all to read!

Lymeneter Kay found this list of symptoms at http://www.lymediseaseaction.org.uk/symptoms.php
It says it all:

Tick Borne Disease - Symptom A to Z
Lyme Disease is systemic, it can effect the whole body.
This page lists the possible symptoms.

Abdominal Pain
Achiness (Generalised)
Acrodermatitis Chronica Atrophicans/ ACA
Alcohol - Extreme Effects Of
Anorexia
Anxiety Attacks
Arthritis
Back Pain
Balance Problems
Bell's Palsy
Bladder Problems
Blindness
Blood Pressure - Raised
Bone Erosion
Bone Pain
Bowel Problems
Bradycardia - Slow Heart Beat
Brain Fog
Breast Discharge
Breast Pain
Breathlessness - Air Hunger
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chest Pain
Chills
Cholesterol - Raised
Choroiditis
Clicking Joints
Cold Feet
Confusion
Conjunctivitis
Constipation
Costochondritis / Ribcage Pain
Cough (Non-Productive)
Cramps
Deafness / Hearing Loss
Dental Pain
Depression
Diarrhea
Difficulty Concentrating
Disorientation
Diverticulosis / Spastic Colon
Dizziness
Dyslexia
Ear Pains
Encephalitis/ Encephalopathy
Erythema Migrans Rash
Facial Pain
Facial Palsy
Fasciculations / Muscle Twitches
Fatigue
Fever
Fibromyalgia
Floaters
Flu-Like Symptoms
Fluctuations of Symptoms
Foot Pain
Forgetfulness
Hair Loss
Hallucinations
Headache
Hearing Loss
Heart Block
Heart Problems - ECG Abnormalities
Heartburn
Hepatitis
Herxheimer
Hoarseness
Hyper Sensitive Hearing
Hyperacusis - Sound sensitivity
Inability to Concentrate
Inability to Remember Words
Insomnia
Involuntary Jerking, Limbs and Trunk
Iritis
Irritable Bowel
Jaw pain/ Temporomandibular joint disorder
Joint Problems
Joint Swelling
Knee Joint Pain
Libido - Loss Of
Light Sensitivity
Liver Problems - Raised Enzymes
Malar (Facial) Rash
Marked Personality Changes
Memory Loss
Meniere's Disease
Meningitis
Menstrual Irregularities
Miosis - Decreased Pupil Size
Mood Swings
Motion Sickness
Muscle Aches
Muscle Spasm
Myoclonic (Involuntary) Jerking
Nausea
Neck Pain
Nerve Conduction Defects
Nightmares
Numbness
Optic Neuropathy
Palpitations
Panic Attacks
Paraesthesia / Abnormal Skin Sensations
Paranoia
Photophobia
PMS - Pre-Menstrual Syndrome
Psychiatric Problems
Ptosis - Drooping Eyelid
Rash
Retinal vasculitis
Reynauld's Syndrome - Cold Hands & Feet
Seizure
Shivering
Shooting Pains
Shortness of Breath
Shoulder Pain
Skin Sensitivity
Sleep - Excessive
Sleep Apnea
Sleep Disturbances
Sleep Inability
Slurring of Speech
Smell Sensitivity
Sore Throats
Speech - Slurred, Slow
Speech Errors
Spinal Disc Problems
Stiff Joints
Stiff Neck
Swallowing Difficulty / Dysphagia
Sweating (Profuse)
Swollen Glands
Symptom Flares - Approx 4 Weekly
Tachycardia - Fast Heart Beat
Tendonitis
Testicular Pain
Tingling of Extremities
Tinnitus / Ringing in Ears
TMJ - Jaw Pain / Stiffness
Tongue Numbness
Tongue Pain
Tooth Pains
Tremors / Shaking
Uveitis
Vasculitis - Circulation Problems
Vertigo
Vibration Sensitivity
Visual Disturbances
Vomiting
Weakness or Paralysis
Weight Gain
Weight Loss
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SYMPTOMS CHART
http://www.lymepa.org/html/monthly_symptoms_charts.html

I was just looking over THIS list, and it is NOT listed here but it is elsehwere in many lists! [Big Grin]

Posted by KarenB (Member # 10510) on :

My lyme doc put me on thyroid meds because of fatigue, weight loss, etc. I have only been on them for a little over 6 wks.

I just was back to see him and he has me taking 2 a day now instead of 1.

Do I think it is related to lyme, I guess so. He seems to think so.

He told me a lot of people with lyme, even though their thyroid panel seems normal, have problems.

What do I know, I'll try anything

karen

Posted by Michelle M (Member # 7200) on :

Hi Angie.

My tick took out my thyroid, in addition to a few other bodily casualties.

It's a real problem for lymies!

Here's some good threads on the subject.

You'll probably have better luck posting in "Medical" instead of Support for medical questions.

Welcome to LymeNet, by the way!

[hi]

Michelle

LymeNet Thyroid Discussion

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Posted by siggy (Member # 8654) on :

Thank you so much for the replies, they did help!

sigg