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LYME Disease Symptoms                 Lyme Induced Autism Symptoms

 **Symptoms with a "YES" next to them indicate that they have been found in children with autism. 

Remember....all children are different and their symptoms will vary.

Non-specific
Unexplained fevers and chills
Unexplained weight change (loss or gain) 
Severe fatigue                                                                                                              YES
Swollen glands
Sore throat 
Unexplained sweats, night sweats                                                                                   YES

Skin
Rash or skin irregularities at bite site                                                            YES - If tick bite is present
Rashes at other sites                                                                                   YES

Brain, Nervous System 
Headache
Spinal nerve root pain (radiculitis) 
Facial paralysis (Bell's palsy)
Difficulty swallowing 
Changes in sense of smell or taste
Tingling, numbness, pain, burning or stabbing sensations 
Twitching of the face or other muscles                                                            YES
Tremor or unexplained shaking                                                                      YES
Weakness, paralysis 
Diminished or absent reflexes                                                                          YES
Abnormal blood flow in brain (SPECT), abnormal brain waves                             YES
Confusion, difficulty in thinking                                                                     YES
Difficulty with concentration or reading                                                              YES
Decreased short term memory                                                                           YES
Disorientation: getting lost, going to wrong place, misplacing things                      YES
Difficulty with speech (difficulty finding words, stammering, slurring)                     YES
Mood swings, irritability, depression                                                                YES
Disturbed sleep: too much, too little, early awakening                                         YES
Dementia, anxiety, panic attacks                                                                      YES
Obsessive-compulsive disorder                                                                        YES

Digestion
Upset stomach, nausea, vomiting                                                                        YES
Loss of appetite (anorexia)
Change in bowel function (constipation, diarrhea)                                                   YES
Abdominal pain (especially in children)                                                                YES

Heart, Lungs, Circulation 
Chest pain 
Shortness of breath
Cough
Heart palpitations, pulse skips, heart block 
Carditis, myocarditis, pancarditis
Heart attack 
Vasculitis 
Stroke

Muscles, Joints
Joint stiffness, pain or swelling                                                                           YES
Muscle pain or cramps                                                                                      YES
Back or neck stiffness or pain 
Loss of muscle tone                                                                                          YES
Arthritis that migrates from joint to joint                                                              YES

Eyes, Ears
Double or tunnel vision                                                                              YES
Loss of vision, blindness
Conjunctivitis, uveitis, iritis 
Optic atrophy 
Sensitivity to light (photophobia)                                                                  YES
Swelling around the eyes
Buzzing, ringing, ear pain 
Dizziness, poor balance, increased motion sickness                                               YES
Lightheadedness, wooziness, difficult walking

Reproductive System, Pregnancy 
Unexplained menstrual irregularity 
Irritable bladder or urine control problems, bowel incontinence                         YES
Sexual dysfunction or loss of libido
Discharge from breast or galactorrhea 
Testicular pain 
Miscarriage, prematurity, stillbirth 
Low muscle tone in baby                                                                            YES
Failure to thrive in baby
Delayed development in baby                                                                       YES

Please note the large amount of symptoms under the brain/nervous system category that mirror symptoms of autism.  Please get your child tested to find out if he or she falls into the subset of kids with Lyme Induced Autism.   History of a tick bite is not a requirement with this disease....most people cannot ever remember being bitten!
The information on this website is for educational purposes only.  It is given in good faith to help people understand more about this disease.  It is not intended to replace or supersede patient care by a healthcare providor.  If an individual suspects the presence of a tick-borne illness, that individual should consult a healthcare provider who is familiar with the diagnosis and treatment of tick-borne diseases and autism. 

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