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Posted 3/19/2015 5:46 PM (GMT 0)
When I first started getting sick, I started noticing that my temperature was always really low (usually 96.5, but sometimes even under that). I know this is really normal for Lyme to have low body temperatures.

But something I've noticed now is that I have random spikes in temperature during the day. For example, I woke up this morning and my temperature was 98.4.

Is Lyme supposed to keep your body temperature always below normal, or is there a reason it randomly spikes like this?
Posted 3/19/2015 7:53 PM (GMT 0)
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Posted 3/19/2015 8:11 PM (GMT 0)
Mine does that when I'm on a new abx protocol. I assume it means that the new abx are cyst busting and then my system recognizes there is bacteria to fight. It's a pattern that has stayed pretty consistent.

It feels as if I have a fever when my temp is normal. Just another "only with Lyme" issue.

The low temp is also a sign of Thyroid issues and Adrenal issues. Those could be more in check.
Posted 3/19/2015 11:46 PM (GMT 0)
Interesting so many people are getting low temp!

My temp is around 94 at it's lowest. It also coincides with feeling just rotten. Generally in the AM, but not always. I try to get my blood flowing but as you know with Lyme and co's usually you feel much worse with exercise not better. Sigh.

I was just reading Dr. J at Hansa book on Lyme and he mentioned Lyme and co's thrive / prefer a cooler body temp. The closer to 98.6 the more your immune system is up and better functioning. This makes alot of sense to me. Lyme studies point to Lyme being immune suppressant so Dr. J is saying low temp is a by product of that. It would also make sense adrenal fatigue, thyroid issues, and poor capillary refill would be a bi-product too.

I would be interested in see more big studies. Dr J cites some.
Posted 3/20/2015 12:08 AM (GMT 0)
My spikes to low grade fevers (99.7) whenever it pleases. Sometimes it feels like I'm hot When it's 97.5.
Posted 3/20/2015 1:01 PM (GMT 0)
Hey runner,

A temp spike is a great sign. It means your immune system is up and running. Trying to fight off an infection. So, I welcome my spikes and try to keep it up as long as possible through Epsom baths and juicing.

Remember, these invaders want you to remain cold. The hot environment is inhospitable for them. Yay for higher temps!
Posted 3/20/2015 4:36 PM (GMT 0)
Do a lot of people with Lyme have lots of temperature fluctuations? Some days my temps are literally as low as 96, others they are almost normal around 98. Is that typical?
Posted 3/20/2015 5:55 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, totally typical. But, you want it to stay on the higher end. Just like an alkaline environment, the bugs don't like it.

For me, juicing seems to keep up the temp higher. I finally got the connection between the thyroid and adrenal glands. Lyme attacks these, but nourishing them with good foods can help repair them. And kelp for the thyroid since it has natural iodine in it. Seems to help me.

Both of my children's temps fluctuate. They have Lyme. The one that is healthier stays in the 98's. The other dips down. Oh, sleep too! When we don't sleep well, temps go down. Sleep is vital.
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