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Hi, Just wanting to know if my very excessive thirst is related to my allergies and chemical sensitivities or a developement of OCD from lyme disease. I have had tremendous decrease in most lyme symptoms but these are as strong as ever. I did have very low antidiuretic hormone levels few years ago, but pituitary function is normal and this level now normal. I feel so dehydrated constantly and I have to have fluids at least hourly. If I can't get fluids, I hurt. All my muscles ache, even in my face.My b/p drops 70's/30's. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.
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northstar
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How much water are you taking in? I have read 1 ounce for 2 lbs body weight. So if 120 lbs, that is 60 ounces.
I am about that weight, but normally only take in 48 ounces if being lazy, but it increases when I am on meds. My 48 oz. water does not include coffee, herbal teas, soups, etc.
Large amounts of water can flush electrolytes, minerals, etc. Need to replace.
Also, are you monitoring your salt intake? I use Redmonds Realsalt, about 1/2 tsp = 2 grams/day.
Also, daily, a good broad based mineral supplement ( I am alternating Source Naturals Life Minerals, and Biotics Research), plus a multi vit/min (I am using a Weil product), and then add magnesium on top of that. My chiro/nd found I was low in minerals.
Obviously, talking with your md is the priority in all instances.
I have read that MCS can be a result of candida, if that is any help. Mine has improved with reduction of candida, massive probiotics, garlic , and following a diet, and supplements for removing ethanol.
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Northstar, I drink about 200-250 ounces each day. Almost 2 cups every hour for about 18 hours a day. It's exhausting.
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Have you looked into Diabetes insipidus. Just a thought ! Blood pressure and dehydration seem to be common with lyme. Maybe the kidneys are overlooked. I have the low blood pressure and dehydration. I've been house bound for 3 years with dizziness and fainting from low pressure. No problem with thirst.
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Wow !
200 oz !
I second Al's suggestion that diabetes is a possibility. Excessive thirst is one of the symptoms for one type. Best to see your doctor to get it checked out. Google diabetes thirst to see what you find.
Northstar
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I would definitely look into diabetes first.
Second, I would consider autonomic nervous system disfunction. Low blood pressure is a definite sign.
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I watched a "Mystery Diagnosis" a few weeks ago in which a young woman had an unquenchable thirst. This went on for years. She had to drink constantly. I think it was a deficency of an adrenal hormone. As soon as the docs gave it to here, she was normal within minutes. Lyme affects the adrenal glands?
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I'm always thirsty, especially when I am detoxing. I drink water and lots of herbal tea and really don't worry about it.
I drink over 3 liters of water per day.
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quote:Originally posted by spookydew: Hi,
Just wanting to know if my very excessive thirst is related to my allergies and chemical sensitivities or a developement of OCD from lyme disease.
I have had tremendous decrease in most lyme symptoms but these are as strong as ever.
I did have very low antidiuretic hormone levels few years ago, but pituitary function is normal and this level now normal.
I feel so dehydrated constantly and I have to have fluids at least hourly. If I can't get fluids, I hurt.
All my muscles ache, even in my face. My b/p drops 70's/30's. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.
My 1st thought also is diabetes 2; ask to have a A1C done, 3 month blood sugar glucose vs. a normal finger prick test! That gives you a truer picture.
Also in the MOLD WARRIORS book I'm readng, it mentions a lot about mold allergies causing excessive thirst as well.
I attributed it to all the meds/supplements I'm on but now that it's that plus my diabetes 2 and MOLD ALLERGIES. go fiture.
Have you had mold allergy testings done? Mine were done in LaCrosse, Wisc. by Dr. Kroker, allergist. Good luck to you.
Bettyg 150-200 oz. daily of water drinker!
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WOW! I thought I drank a lot of water until I read this thread! Are you people all living in the bathroom?
I drink about 3/4 gallon daily, trying to keep my 3 leaking heart valves well hydrated, and as a result, I have to pee about 25 times per day, including waking up every 2 hrs. at night to pee.
One reason I don't drink more is because I don't want the problem to get any worse than it already is.
I have just started using CPAP for apnea. My PCP says if that does not fix the problem, she will order a test for anti-diruetic hormone.
Klutzo
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I have always craved salt. Had low TSH years ago. Now normal. Have a goiter.
I have mcs/allergies. Allergic to smoke,cat,dog, mold, ragweed, etc.. It was a test of 65. I know I have food allergies. I smoke, and have cat. Didn't show typical allergic symptoms.
Diabetes insipidous - Pituitary supposedly functioning normal. Did hit head during sleepwalking. Couldn't be kidneys (diabetes insipidous) because low bp.
Could be type 2 diabetes mellitis- runs in family. I think doc checked hgba1c few years ago. Sometimes hypoglycemic.
I do have frequent yeast issues. Never tested. Take more acidophyllus. 1 billion organisms.
I will study on yeast and mold.
Thanks again for info.
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