do i have lyme disease /muscle weakness,dizziness/heart palpitations

	Asked by Unregistered (Female; 44; usual good health have mvp; Relevant drugs:started tahing toprol for the skipped beats ) on Thu 17, Jul 2008 09:03pm
	ive been suffering from dizziness when standing,and a general weakness and fatigue for the past three months. also the muscles in the calfs of my legs hurt when standing. coincedentally,i think i was bit by a tick around the same timev the symptoms started. also have been having a lot of skipped heartbeats. any suggestions
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	Answer by Dr Noopur S, MD (doctor) on Fri 18, Jul 2008 05:18am: Hi, Lyme disease is a tick borne bacterial disease. It can affect multiple body systems and cause wide range of symptoms. It is characterized by rash, palpitations, vertigo, back pain, muscle twitches, memory loss, sleep disturbances and mood swings. The exact diagnosis can be made by bulls eye rash, lab tests for antibodies, SPECT imaging. Please consult a specialist as soon as possible and do let me know if you need more information. Take care!
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