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Posted 1/9/2016 6:19 PM (GMT 0)
Has anyone else had heart or lung issues with Lyme/co-infections? I recently had an echo done that showed a reduced Ejection Fraction. Dr did a cath that confirmed weakened muscle, but said nothing else was found. My most CT of chest also showed very miniscule lesions. Dr said too small to biopsy.
Posted 1/12/2016 4:27 PM (GMT 0)
I just found out I have developed a heart murmur. Waiting for holter monitor and EKG.
Posted 1/12/2016 4:45 PM (GMT 0)
/www.lymedisease.org/when-lyme-disease-affects-the-heart/
Posted 1/12/2016 7:02 PM (GMT 0)
I've had heart palpitations for a year or so...diagnosed as PAC's. Bundle branch block noted on EKG...unknown etiology.
I don't have a confirmed Lyme diagnosis, but this is one of the symptoms that leads me to believe I have Lyme.
Posted 1/19/2016 4:58 AM (GMT 0)
Rbbb and enlarged heart with tachycardia ...they said said coulda been congenital but igenix says otherwise...
Posted 1/19/2016 6:16 PM (GMT 0)
I was just in the ER again this past Sunday with major palpitations that were making me feel dizzy. Mine feel like my heart is doing summersaults in my chest. After 3 years, 2 cardiologists and second opinion, and being misdiagnosed with POTS then put on unnecessary blood pressure meds (Midodrine), Brain scans, MRI's CT's, anti-anxiety meds, wearing a 24 hour holter monitor in prior years, this ER doctor finally caught it after keeping me hooked up to an EKG after I told him that a 10 second EKG (that I usually have had in the past) will not detect my palpitations. At least now I can finally say that my heart issues that have developed are currently non-life threatening and actually have a name - PAC's. He did tell me that he was glad to see that I have a pending appt with a LLMD bc what is causing them is a different story and he doesn't know what it could possibly be.
Posted 1/19/2016 6:59 PM (GMT 0)
I want to go to the ER all the time cause I actually feel safer there (strange, huh). Anyway, I was diagnosed with a reduced Ejection Fraction and multiple lung lesions, but not one Dr has been able to tell me why. They just keep treating symptoms. My Lyme test was negative with only IGG 41 and 66 showing up, so everyone looks the other way when I mention suspicion of Lyme.
Posted 1/19/2016 10:20 PM (GMT 0)
I've posted around concerning my heart issues as well. Rapid/Pounding heart, especially after eating heavy meals, waking up in the morning, etc... Same story as many with Lymes, I tested positive (twice actually) and the heart issues came about the same time being infected and beginning treatment. Nothing is physically wrong with my heart other than some minor valve regurgitation. I had one doctor literally tell me "Looks like you'd be a good case for Dr. House". Haha, I didn't think it was very funny.

One piece I can tell people with Lyme related heart issues, is often times heavy detoxing helps. Do anything you can to help your heart out. Eat anti-inflame foods like dark chocolate (not good for sugar though) and fruits, especially pineapple, onions, garlic, etc...I also drink TONS of water. Still, there are some days I still can't get my heart rate down. Also, stay away from heavy meals, especially high in carbs, it's not only bad for Lymies, it's hard on your heart when your body is trying to digest a lot of food at once.
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