8th June 2004
I'm not a doctor, but I would venture to say that this sounds a lot like Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. What causes it?
"Neurotoxins-A cause of CFIDS/FM?
There is evidence that a subset of CFIDS and FM patients are suffering from chronic neurotoxin exposure. Research by K. Hudnell and R. Shomaker has shown that different infections can produce neurotoxins, resulting in symptoms that can not be differentiated from CFIDS/FM or be the cause of these syndromes. Symptoms include poor memory, fatigue, headache, rash, burning skin, eye irritation cough, light sensitivity, muscle aches, diarrhea, poor concentration, shortness of breath, abdominal pain and/or dizziness. Neurotoxin production has been clearly demonstrated to be the result of Estuary-Associated Syndrome as discussed in the attached article, but numerous bacteria, viruses and yeast can also produce neurotoxins. These include Epstein bar virus (EBV), cytomegalovirus (CMV), HHV6, Borrelia burgdorferi (lyme’s disease), mycoplasma, enteroviruses, Chlamydia pneumonia, Candida and other molds"
But before we jump to a diagnosis, list what medications you have been taking in the last 6 months. You could be suffering from something called "Serum Sickness".
But most likely, there is no connection between the symptoms, and just like me, you're getting old! Acid reflux, muscle aches, etc. are annoying things that can crop up as we get into our 30s.
If symptoms persist, go to your doctor and have him check your Rheumatoid Factor, and perform these additional test: ANA, sed rate, c reactive protein, hemo a1c and tsh. This will rule out Diabetes, Lupus, and Rheumatoid Arthritis.
I don't think you have any of these, but get checked out anyway.
Your bladder problems sound like CPPS (Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome). CPPS can result from non-bacterial prostatitis or Interstitial Cystitis. I'm an expert on the subject, because I inherited IC, and my sister has it too. Frequency, urgency, pain, etc. But have no fear, you can get it under control by doing the following
ake the following supplements (do a google search for them)
1. Algonot +
2. Prosta-Q
3. Flax Seed Oil
Then cut ALL caffeine, alcohol, and spicey food out of your diet, at least for the time being. You may also want to talk to your doctor about a drug called Flomax, which might help.
You should expect a recovery within about a month or so.
Never drink caffeine again. Stay away from aspertame. Drink moderately, if at all.
And last but not least, I'm sure allergies play a role here as well.
"Neurotoxins-A cause of CFIDS/FM?
There is evidence that a subset of CFIDS and FM patients are suffering from chronic neurotoxin exposure. Research by K. Hudnell and R. Shomaker has shown that different infections can produce neurotoxins, resulting in symptoms that can not be differentiated from CFIDS/FM or be the cause of these syndromes. Symptoms include poor memory, fatigue, headache, rash, burning skin, eye irritation cough, light sensitivity, muscle aches, diarrhea, poor concentration, shortness of breath, abdominal pain and/or dizziness. Neurotoxin production has been clearly demonstrated to be the result of Estuary-Associated Syndrome as discussed in the attached article, but numerous bacteria, viruses and yeast can also produce neurotoxins. These include Epstein bar virus (EBV), cytomegalovirus (CMV), HHV6, Borrelia burgdorferi (lyme’s disease), mycoplasma, enteroviruses, Chlamydia pneumonia, Candida and other molds"
But before we jump to a diagnosis, list what medications you have been taking in the last 6 months. You could be suffering from something called "Serum Sickness".
But most likely, there is no connection between the symptoms, and just like me, you're getting old! Acid reflux, muscle aches, etc. are annoying things that can crop up as we get into our 30s.
If symptoms persist, go to your doctor and have him check your Rheumatoid Factor, and perform these additional test: ANA, sed rate, c reactive protein, hemo a1c and tsh. This will rule out Diabetes, Lupus, and Rheumatoid Arthritis.
I don't think you have any of these, but get checked out anyway.
Your bladder problems sound like CPPS (Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome). CPPS can result from non-bacterial prostatitis or Interstitial Cystitis. I'm an expert on the subject, because I inherited IC, and my sister has it too. Frequency, urgency, pain, etc. But have no fear, you can get it under control by doing the following
ake the following supplements (do a google search for them)
1. Algonot +
2. Prosta-Q
3. Flax Seed Oil
Then cut ALL caffeine, alcohol, and spicey food out of your diet, at least for the time being. You may also want to talk to your doctor about a drug called Flomax, which might help.
You should expect a recovery within about a month or so.
Never drink caffeine again. Stay away from aspertame. Drink moderately, if at all.
And last but not least, I'm sure allergies play a role here as well.