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Jed



Joined: 17 Oct 2007
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Location: Albany, California

PostPosted: Tue Nov 27, 2007 12:55 am    Post subject: parasites! Reply with quote

Hi again
I am back with new info! The nuerologists tests revealed parasites in my intestinal tract (blastocysist hominis?) and a very low intestinal antibody count. (something like 9, when it's supposed to be 400-800)

The test for gluten sensitivity was off because of this extremely low antibody count. Also my cortisol levels are very low and cause fatigue and energy swings, which he thinks will even out over a year or so.

I haven't got the info in front of me but I wanted to see if there's more about the parasite issue that I should know. I will post the exact results asap.

Thanks
Jed
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aklap



Joined: 02 Oct 2004
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Location: WI, USA

PostPosted: Tue Nov 27, 2007 1:07 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Wow! That's interesting!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blastocystis

http://www.cdc.gov/Ncidod/dpd/parasites/blastocystishominis/factsht_blastocystis_hominis.htm

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/blastocystis-hominis/DS00791

Maybe you've found your problem?

Please keep us updated.
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The Edifying Conscience



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PostPosted: Tue Nov 27, 2007 10:28 am    Post subject: Re: parasites! Reply with quote

Jed wrote:
Also my cortisol levels are very low and cause fatigue and energy swings, which he thinks will even out over a year or so.


As someone with adrenal issues, I would suggest you press your phyician to do the follow up tests on the cortisol levels now. Normally the ACTH Stimulation test is run to see if the hormones are functioning or not. Waiting a year or so to see if they even out is not in your best interest.

A google search of the terms cortisol levels, adrenal disease and Addison's Disease will offer you lots of good information.
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