Does lyme disease cause weight loss?

The inflammation from the infection can really affect your digestive tract, leading to poor nutrient absorption and weight loss. Try to have easy-to-digest, nutrient-dense vegetarian foods like moong dal khichdi and fresh buttermilk. Always consult your doctor for a proper plan.

I recovered from Lyme just last month and experienced quite a bit of weight loss. The constant fatigue and muscle aches made even chewing food feel like a chore. Once the antibiotics cleared the infection, my appetite returned to normal.

Unexplained weight loss can be quite concerning and usually points to your body struggling with a major stressor or infection. Since I deal with hormonal issues, I know how sensitive our system is. Please get a proper diagnosis rather than guessing the cause.

Any chronic infection that causes persistent fever and inflammation will spike your basal metabolic rate, leading to weight loss. I tracked my active calories and steps dropping significantly while my weight still went down. Make sure you are under a doctor's care.

Well, if you wanted an easy way to fit into those old jeans, this is definitely not the recommended method! The weight loss happens because you feel too miserable to eat. Just focus on recovering and eating well, the weight will stabilize.