Some people with Lyme may have sharp rib and chest pains that send them to the emergency room, suspecting a heart problem (27). When no problem is found, after the usual testing, the ER diagnosis is noted as an unidentified “musculoskeletal” cause. You can also have strange sensations like skin tingling or crawling, or numbness or itchiness (27). Other symptoms have to do with cranial nerves.

  • Ear-ringing (tinnitus). Tinnitus can be a nuisance, especially at bedtime when it seems to get louder as you’re trying to fall asleep. About 10 percent of people with Lyme experience this (15Trusted Source).
  • Hearing loss. One study reported that 15 percent of Lyme patients experienced loss of hearing (28).
  • Jaw pain or toothaches that are not related to actual tooth decay or infection.