What does a very low temp mean?

[blimeyitslymie]

I have been feeling extremely fatigued (read: I wouldn't get out of bed if didn't have to and am napping whenever I can) for the past couple of days and thought it was just the backlash from overexertion over the holidays.

Today, I found myself freezing, under a down quilt and another blanket. I took my temp and it was 95.2. My normal temp is around 97. Does anyone know what this means?


B

[Ginny43]

I am so sorry Blimey. That happens to me a lot in the winter. Sometimes it will go up to 96.5. It's better in the summer. I try to warm up one room in my house and stay there. Taking ginger helps.

Since the only information about lyme bacteria that I get is from the web, I put pieces of info together and just guess what is happening. Who knows if it is correct or not? What I've derived is that the bacteria thrive in low oxygen atmospheres and they've found a way to keep blood from carrying the normal amount. (It may be that the toxic die off of bacteria clogs the blood.) Low blood circulation (pressure) causes the body temperature to drop. Actually it seems to be a matter of generally lowered body metabolism.

Drinking lots of plain hot water probably helps with removal of toxins. Who knows? Anyway, I sit in the sun, take herbs which are supposed to improve blood circulation, and eat lots of garlic, onion, turmeric, cat's claw, etc which hopefully work as herbal antibiotics.

There may be other approaches. I keep looking. I hope you find things which work. I hope other cool dudes :cool: have great answers. 95.2 makes us very cool dudes. Right?

Blessings,
Ginny

[Sonsie]

Don't have time to research the ilads.org web site, but I believe this symptom of one of the co-infections. It could mean lots of other things, of course. I don't think I've met a lymie yet who has a normal temperature -- we are always subnormal. This is due to the disease, but I can't remember exactly why. Gosh, I'm probably not helping you much. :o I hope you feel better soon!

[blimeyitslymie]

Thanks Ginny and Sonsie,

I actually realized that my adrenals are probably on the fritz again. I have had problems with them from Lyme for quite some time. My pituitary sometimes goes on strike, I guess that what's been happening. I need to go to the doc.

I appreciate your replies.

B~

[Sonsie]

Chills are one symptom of babesia -- ran across this while looking for something else. Take care.

[Buttons2]

Blimey, my first thought was your thyroid is out of wack. But keep in mind you could be coming down with something like a virus (like you need more issues right?).

Seeing the doc sounds like a good idea to me.

Good luck,Buttons

[lymebytes]

Hi blimeyitslymie. Both Lyme disease and hypothyroidism can cause a low body temp.

What treatment are you on?

Many people, including myself, have Lyme and a thyroid disorder. Have you ever had testing done? I suggest you ask for the Free T3, Free T4 (besides the T3 and T4) and thyroid antibodies tested in addition to the normal panel. They are not usually done but are necessary for a comprehensive view. They are simple blood tests.

It is imporatant to have the antibodies tested because if they are preseent, it indicates Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, and auto-immune thyroid disorder. Some people who have this have other tests in the normal range; however, if antibodies are present, treatment is warranted.

[blimeyitslymie]

LB,

Amongst the many meds I take, I take Levoxyl and time-released T3 for my hypothyroid. I saw one primary doctor in the four months that I've moved here and was totally unimpressed; I guess it's definately time to start looking again. I've been having a hard time finding an LLMD; my last one acted as my primary care as well. I hate the whole process of filling someone in on my complex situation.

[lymebytes]

Hi blimeyitslymie. You may need your thyroid meds adjusted. I know it is a pain to find a new doctor, but it is worth the effort to find the right one.

[blimeyitslymie]

and had lots of blood tests taken for thyroid, liver function, etc. Also have been experiencing really bad stomach pain, nauseau, bloating, burping, (again) for the past few weeks. I and am scheduled for an abdominal sonogram tomorrow morning (blizzard conditions in the NE area notwithstanding) because she thinks I am having gall stones.

I have had problems with my gall bladder being hyperactive for the past couple years; especially after the salmonella, creating too much bile and then I dump it and it was recommended by my LLMD a year ago that it should be removed. Unfortunately, the GI said they don't remove GB for hyper, just hypo. My LLMD predicted that I would develop gallstones and I would probably have to have it removed down the road (her approach would have prevented alot of pain and discomfort for the past year.) She thinks that the Bb is in my GB. Said she has had many patients who had their GB removed and biopsied and they were infected.

Anyone else hear anything similar? Anyone know how recovery is from such having your GB out?

Thanks. :)

B~

[tmptmp]

Surgery should be a last resort and
not until there is nothing else left
but surgery. I would be hesitant about
any doctor that sees it any differently.

[lymebytes]

Hi blimey. Have you discussed this with your Lyme doctor recently? I would likely go with what she thinks would be best for you. I have heard of others with Lyme needing to have the gallbladder removed.

So, I guess you don't have the heebie jebbies, you have the Bb GBs!

[blimeyitslymie]

LOL, LB! I never thought of it that way!!! :D

Well, the sonogram came back and was hard to read; I either have a small polyp or gallstone, but they feel that shouldn't be causing all the discomfort that I am having.

So now I am scheduled to see a GI, although the first appointment was until Jan 17. :rolleyes:

I got a second opinion after my LLMD's last year and the GI at the time said that they don't remove gb's for hyper activity.

tmp, thanks for your reply. Yeh, I don't want surgery if at all possible. I don't heal well and have such a compromised immune system that I'd probably catch some nasty bacteria while at the hospital!!

B~

[Razzle0]

When I had my GB out, I was only in the hospital 1 night. The surgeon took it out laproscopically (spelling?) - basically, 4 very small incisions in my belly. I too have a severely compromised immune system but did ok for the surgery. There are herbs and homeopathy that can help stimulate healing. If I were you, I'd consult a Naturopathic Physician about this because usually delayed wound healing and compromised immune system is caused by an imbalance or deficiency in your nutritional intake. Lyme/co-infections also play a role in all of this but most regular MD's have no clue about nutritional issues, hence the recommendation to see a Naturopath.

Good luck,

-Razzle
Lyme, Allergies/Asthma, Low Lymphocytes, Gluten Sensitivity, etc.