I have too many questions. . .

Sorry guys, don't see my LLMD until November, so I'll probably have a ton of questions until then! My phlebotomist friend was going over my bloodwork, since it's taking forever to get to my PCP, too, and she was curious. My angiotensin converting enzyme was in the normal range (less than 67 u/L), but was elevated at 64. The optimist that she is, she said that could mean sarcoidosis or lymphoma, lol! I'm going with Lyme just messes up everything and that I'm fine, but said I'd ask about it on here. I know my lung x-rays were ok, and I'm not sure if Lyme can cause this test to be elevated. Can it?

Which brings me to my next question. I've always been super healthy, and still am relatively healthy. My Lyme has definitely triggered at least three-four autoimmune diseases. What autoimmune diseases has it triggered, if any, in you?

Hi Rachel,

please don't apologize! We are here to help each other out. Ask away, start new threads, vent, ...

I have been tested for Sarcoïdosis at least 10 times, it not more... but never had this blood test done. I looked it up and can see it can be an indicator for Sarcoidosis. I think you would need more than just this test to confirm Sarcoïdosis: lung X-ray (you had that one done and it's clear, which is a very good sign), and an extended pulmonary test. I had Lymphoma when I was a child, but never heard of this test either...
Elevated angiotensin converting enzyme can also mean thyroid problems (hyperthyroidism). Thyroid problems are frequent with Lyme Disease. Do you have any signs that your thyroid might be overactive?

What other auto-immune disorders did the Lyme infection trigger in your case?

MarieLS

Btw, thanks!