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20. Unexplained Weight Changes

Research shows that Lyme disease can cause affect weight in multiple ways, including weight loss or weight gain with or without increased food intake. There may be many reasons for these changes, including how the disease affects taste and smell or GI distress from chronic Lyme disease or medications.

Many mental health conditions can occur with Lyme disease, too, including depression and anxiety, which may influence appetite.

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