Guest guest Posted June 21, 2001 Report Share Posted June 21, 2001 Sondra, I don't think I've ever met a single HepC patient who has NOT had that darned pain in the middle area of the right side near the bottom of the ribs that is nagging. Of course, the dr's say this is not possible. I, too, went many years complaining about it and finally had my gall bladder out because I had stones and one was " impacted " (according to the pathology report). I still get these attacks of pain occasionally, but not as bad/frequent as before. I don't know about the medications for ADD or bi-polar disorder and HepC. Edie questions? > Thank You for the positive post. It's somewhat " refreshing " (can't > think of another word right now) to know I'm not the only one. > ALthough it is saddening that there are so many people infected. > > I've been trying to search the internet, and I bought a book and ask > doctors about what I should/should't be doing and everyone seems to > have a different opinion which is confusing. I know to stay away > from alcohol and ddrugs. Are there any medications that anyone knows > about that should be off limits? (I'm on medications because I'm ADD > and Bi-Polar and even though they say it doesn't affect my liver, i'm > afraid in the long-term it might....... why do the pills books > say " if you have liver or kidney disease consult your doctor...) > > So, any tips? Any good web sites? Also, anyone ever get pains on > their side? > > Thnx > ) > Sondra > > > > Dear sondra,how are you doing? Silly qustion ha? well for starters > you > > did the best thing by joining this site like you I myself have hep > c. > > with chirros .I thought that I was the only one in the world who had > > this problem.then I found out over 4 million have this .Well then I > > didnt feel alone any more .(WHAT AWAY TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS) but I > soon > > learned that the friends on this site are indeed true to heart. it > is > > mostly hep b friends but these friends welcome us . with no walls > > between hep-b and hep-c hepatitis.do not let it win! you need us as > much > > as we need you.Rember (if you cant control it dont worry about it) > what > > is done is done and nobody is here to judge,just to help. > > please e-mail me back I can help you get the info. you need (OH > WELCOME > > TO THE SITE) and good luck!!! and take one day at a time > > WAYNE M > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 22, 2001 Report Share Posted June 22, 2001 That is EXACTLY where it is, Right under the rib!! None of the doctors will say it's from my liver. One even thought it was my gall bladder too! Wow! I'm not alone!!! Sondra > > > Dear sondra,how are you doing? Silly qustion ha? well for starters > > you > > > did the best thing by joining this site like you I myself have hep > > c. > > > with chirros .I thought that I was the only one in the world who had > > > this problem.then I found out over 4 million have this .Well then I > > > didnt feel alone any more .(WHAT AWAY TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS) but I > > soon > > > learned that the friends on this site are indeed true to heart. it > > is > > > mostly hep b friends but these friends welcome us . with no walls > > > between hep-b and hep-c hepatitis.do not let it win! you need us as > > much > > > as we need you.Rember (if you cant control it dont worry about it) > > what > > > is done is done and nobody is here to judge,just to help. > > > please e-mail me back I can help you get the info. you need (OH > > WELCOME > > > TO THE SITE) and good luck!!! and take one day at a time > > > WAYNE M > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 22, 2001 Report Share Posted June 22, 2001 That is EXACTLY where it is, Right under the rib!! None of the doctors will say it's from my liver. One even thought it was my gall bladder too! Wow! I'm not alone!!! Sondra > > > Dear sondra,how are you doing? Silly qustion ha? well for starters > > you > > > did the best thing by joining this site like you I myself have hep > > c. > > > with chirros .I thought that I was the only one in the world who had > > > this problem.then I found out over 4 million have this .Well then I > > > didnt feel alone any more .(WHAT AWAY TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS) but I > > soon > > > learned that the friends on this site are indeed true to heart. it > > is > > > mostly hep b friends but these friends welcome us . with no walls > > > between hep-b and hep-c hepatitis.do not let it win! you need us as > > much > > > as we need you.Rember (if you cant control it dont worry about it) > > what > > > is done is done and nobody is here to judge,just to help. > > > please e-mail me back I can help you get the info. you need (OH > > WELCOME > > > TO THE SITE) and good luck!!! and take one day at a time > > > WAYNE M > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 22, 2001 Report Share Posted June 22, 2001 another good site is ukhepclist. love Sylv questions? > Thank You for the positive post. It's somewhat " refreshing " (can't > think of another word right now) to know I'm not the only one. > ALthough it is saddening that there are so many people infected. > > I've been trying to search the internet, and I bought a book and ask > doctors about what I should/should't be doing and everyone seems to > have a different opinion which is confusing. I know to stay away > from alcohol and ddrugs. Are there any medications that anyone knows > about that should be off limits? (I'm on medications because I'm ADD > and Bi-Polar and even though they say it doesn't affect my liver, i'm > afraid in the long-term it might....... why do the pills books > say " if you have liver or kidney disease consult your doctor...) > > So, any tips? Any good web sites? Also, anyone ever get pains on > their side? > > Thnx > ) > Sondra > > > > Dear sondra,how are you doing? Silly qustion ha? well for starters > you > > did the best thing by joining this site like you I myself have hep > c. > > with chirros .I thought that I was the only one in the world who had > > this problem.then I found out over 4 million have this .Well then I > > didnt feel alone any more .(WHAT AWAY TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS) but I > soon > > learned that the friends on this site are indeed true to heart. it > is > > mostly hep b friends but these friends welcome us . with no walls > > between hep-b and hep-c hepatitis.do not let it win! you need us as > much > > as we need you.Rember (if you cant control it dont worry about it) > what > > is done is done and nobody is here to judge,just to help. > > please e-mail me back I can help you get the info. you need (OH > WELCOME > > TO THE SITE) and good luck!!! and take one day at a time > > WAYNE M > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 22, 2001 Report Share Posted June 22, 2001 Isn't it wonderful when you start to discover you aren't alone and others are going through the same things. The folks in this group can make the difference in helping you face this dragon. > Wow! I'm not alone!!! > > Sondra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 16, 2001 Report Share Posted August 16, 2001 In a message dated 8/16/01 3:28:43 PM Mountain Daylight Time, clivegriffiths@... writes: > 4) Sweetners like Canderel/Nuturasweet are an aviod aren't they, so > can anyone suggest an alternative sweetner if I'm also trying to lose > If you are a type O secretor, then try Stevia. It is wonderful and has none of the issues of sugar or honey and none of the poisons of Nutrasweet or Equal. Pam in ID O+S <A HREF= " http://www.shaklee.net/For_Your_Health " >http://www.shaklee.net/For_Your_He\ alth</A> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 16, 2001 Report Share Posted August 16, 2001 -- Questions? I'm just starting and I have a few questions with regards to certain foods. 1) Is Cinnamon okay for O's? I've seen various lists and some say yes, some say no. (please say yes because I love Cinnamon It is Neutral or Avoid depending on your secretor status. Neutral for secretors and Avoid for non-secretors. 2) What does NB mean on food lists as one of my list has both Tuna and Turkey as NB for O's and I eat quite a bit of both. It stand for Neutral / Beneficial. 3) Are Beansprouts (normally used in stir-fries) okay? You guys may call them something else because I don't see them on any list. As far as I know they are usually Mung Bean Sprouting which are Neutral 4) Sweetners like Canderel/Nuturasweet are an aviod aren't they, so can anyone suggest an alternative sweetner if I'm also trying to lose weight? The herb Stevia has been mentioned here before, though it is an Avoid for non-secretors, but I have no experience with it so can't offer much more than this. 5) Can I use gravy? Depends how you are making gravy! Any help appreciated! Clive Hope that helps' LnL, Steve - Cheltenham, UK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2006 Report Share Posted June 14, 2006 //1. What is the pre diet test// I don't know. do you mean the pre op diet? //2. What test do they do before surgery on you and has anyone not passed there test and had to go home without the surgery. // EKG and blood work. pretty standard stuff. if you are in good health this should just be a formality. I don't know if anyone has been turned away at the hopital but i am sure it is possible. 7/18/05 280/185/140 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2006 Report Share Posted June 14, 2006 Kathy, 2 persons have been turned back but they had pretty serious health issues that they omitted from the medcial forms we send for approval. You will be fine, they basically need to know how you are when you arrive so they can take care of you properly. Patients with specific health problems are asked for additional tests done at home before coming here, this was not your case. The pre op diet is very important please be sure and follow it for the time the doctor asked you, it will help reduce your surgery risks and help with your recovery. Nina Kathy Jemison <kathy2wayne@...> wrote: I am going to be banded on July 3rd with Dr A and I have some questions if someone would be so kind in answering.1. What is the pre diet test2. What test do they do before surgery on you and has anyone not passed there test and had to go home without the surgery. I am nervous and thinking of everything that could happen and worried thanks for your time Kathy Nina Eguia Patient Coordinator, Dr Aceves888 344 3916 , 619-962-8142nina_eguia@... __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2006 Report Share Posted June 14, 2006 A warning to everyone. As obese people, many of us have health problems and the only way to be safe undergoing surgery, is to tell the truth. I did not want to tell about my gallbladder when I found out it was full of stones. My primary doctor knew of course and I wanted to tell her about my planned banding surgery. She OK'd it as long as I told Dr. Aceves about the gallbladder. When I did, he said I needed to get the GB out before I went to Mexicali or have it out same time as the banding. He took out my gallbladder and the biggest stones I've ever seen (I'm a nurse and have seen a few). I am so glad I didn't take the risk of not telling him and not having the GB out before banding. Be honest about your health status, get tests done and reassure yourself and Dr. A. and all will go very well. Phyllis Re: Questions? Kathy, 2 persons have been turned back but they had pretty serious health issues that they omitted from the medcial forms we send for approval. You will be fine, they basically need to know how you are when you arrive so they can take care of you properly. Patients with specific health problems are asked for additional tests done at home before coming here, this was not your case. The pre op diet is very important please be sure and follow it for the time the doctor asked you, it will help reduce your surgery risks and help with your recovery. Nina Kathy Jemison <kathy2wayne@...> wrote: I am going to be banded on July 3rd with Dr A and I have some questions if someone would be so kind in answering.1. What is the pre diet test2. What test do they do before surgery on you and has anyone not passed there test and had to go home without the surgery. I am nervous and thinking of everything that could happen and worried thanks for your time Kathy Nina Eguia Patient Coordinator, Dr Aceves888 344 3916 , 619-962-8142nina_eguia@... __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 24, 2009 Report Share Posted April 24, 2009 I got mine from http://www.drugdelivery.ca/ From: kbaloun89 <kbaloun89@...>Subject: QUESTIONS? Date: Friday, April 24, 2009, 8:25 PMWhere did you guys order your HCG from? Like what website? That is farely cheap, obviously not too cheap we want it to be legit. I am startign mine tomorrow but my mom wants some too.... so we are trying to arrange that. Please elt me know any info on where I can get some stuff... good stuff haha... I sound like a crack addict. Thanks a bunch Krisi from Cali. ------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 Hi Bee, If nutrition is key to building the immune system, then why do you not allow so many nutritious foods on your program? If killing the yeast is not the goal, but building the immune system is, how can these foods be left out of the diet. I am in no way being disrespectful to you, but would love to hear an explanation, since I have tried many of the other diets that do allow these foods, and always the brain fog and sweet cravings get much more intense. Since starting your diet, I have been very fatigued, cold, bloated, brain fog, hair has started falling out, and I have been starving. I sometimes get vision trails, crazy as that may sound, and my ears itch very badly. Just a couple of small servings of protein, veggies, and fats do not seem to be satifying my hunger and energy needs. On the flip side, I no longer have intense cravings for sweets, and eventhough my hair is falling out, it has a very nice texture that it didn't have prediet. My thyroid function has been tested, and the results are normal. Do you think this could still be a problem? I, like you, feel that this started at birth. I think it runs in my mother's family, since there is a lot of depression, obesity, and retardation among her siblings. She has 11 brothers and sisters. Also, I would love to read you story, but I can't find it on your website. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. If I can get through this, I hope otto be back here thanking you someday for your completely different protocol. Sherry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2009 Report Share Posted December 10, 2009 Hi, I appreciate you problems with supply- it's got us all worried. In the mean time can you ask your doc for T3 such as Cytomel? either as a combo with T4 or on it's own. I feel little different on T3 only that I do on Armour + T3. It has a shorter half life than T4, but is more stable than many folk think. If you still have high antibodies and high cholesterol than even with Armour you may still be undermedicated- docs tend to precsribe the mimimum possible. Once I got enough T3 into me my eyesight improved- not by more than a degree, but it did improve. > Subject: Questions?> > I lI live in the US. I was recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism. The Doc gave me a script but the pharmacy was out of Armour.> > My question is this. With the reformulation of Armour problem, which other med is best? Can I get some feedback on the meds, please.> > > I don't know that it's just hypo that I'm suffering from. The doc said my antibodies were raised, and my triglycerides were high. I'll have to get a copy of my records for the test numbers. TSH was high too, from what he said.> > I have had a little relief by taking turmeric, and iodine, and believe it or not, enzymes, and probiotics and VitD3, and 2 tespoons of Omega oils every day. > > But my eyesight has not improved.> > > > > > > ------------------------------------> > TPA is not medically qualified. Consult with a qualified medical practitioner before changing medication.> > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2009 Report Share Posted December 12, 2009 Hello yardbirdmail (do you have a name we can call you?) Welcome to our forum and I hope you get all the help and support you need. If you are can get your thyroid medication through your insurance, I would go for the Erfa (Canadian) 'Thyroid' at the moment as this is an approved medication. It is very similar to the original formulae of Armour Thyroid. You can buy this from the Erfa web site direct. Thyroid-s and 'Thiroyd' are also excellent thyroid extracts, but not sure whether your insurance would cover these. They would certainly be cheaper than the Erfa 'Thyroid' but make enquiries and let us know. I am sorry to hear about your eyes, and wonder if this could be caused by the thyroid antibodies which can also affect the eyes. Do you have any swelling that might show your eyes to be bulging at all or has the expression in your eyes changed, i.e. looking as if you are 'staring'? The ophthalmologist will certainly be able to get to the bottom of this. I would ask your GP to do some further blood tests to check to see whether your levels are low - these are ferritin, vitamin B12, vitamin D3, magnesium, folate, zinc and copper. Any of these being low in the range could stop your thyroid hormone from being absorbed and you would need to take supplements to raise your levels. Check out our web site under 'hypothyroidism' and then on the drop down menu, check out 'Associated Conditions' and read everything that is there to see if you could be suffering from any of them. Luv - Sheila My left eye is almost totally blind and my right eye is holding steady but I still have very blurred vision and see halos around lights. The last two eye doctors I went to said there was nothing physically wrong with my eyeballs, and no glaucoma, or cataracts. So the doc is referring me to an ophthalmologist, who hopefully knows how to deal with thyroid vision issues. I am hoping this vision stuff is reversible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2009 Report Share Posted December 12, 2009 Hi Bethann, The antibody test was for TPO-yes? this is specifically for thyroid antibodies that attack the thyroid and surely won't be affected by other diseases that you may have been exposed to- which would create their own specific antibodies. If you have high antibodies then taking Lugol's iodine may make the situation worse and increase the antibody attacks triggered by the extra iodine. antibody attacks tend not to be constant and often come in waves so a reduction in symptoms may be due to thyroid hormone released during the current attack from destroyed thyroid tissue. You are taking a huge number of supplements many of which I've never heard of, but I had a horrible experience with milk thistle- foul uncontrollable wind- it got so bad that my family shut me outside until I promised not to take any more!!! Someone said that this had shown it was working, but it was a price to high to pay as I could not go out in public! Remember not to take iron or calcium supplelements at the same time as thyroid meds as they will cancel each other out. I hope you ERFA arrives OK > Subject: Re: Questions?> > Thank you Sheila:)> > Bethann is good:)> > I just ordered 500 tabs from Value Pharmaceuticals in Canada.> > So something was helping before I started the Armour, and I'm hoping for > improvement onward and upward.> > > After panicking and buying 500 tabs of "armour' from Value > pharmaceuticals yesterday, I read an article about the Congress debating > outlawing importing, in other words bought by us and mailed to us, drugs > from any other country. Now I'm glad I ordered it when I did.> > > > Bethann> > > Sheila wrote:> >> > Hello yardbirdmail (do you have a name we can call you?)> >> > Welcome to our forum and I hope you get all the help and support you > > need.> >> > If you are can get your thyroid medication through your insurance, I > > would go for the Erfa (Canadian) 'Thyroid' at the moment as this is an > > approved medication. It is very similar to the original formulae of > > Armour Thyroid. You can buy this from the Erfa web site direct. > > Thyroid-s and 'Thiroyd' are also excellent thyroid extracts, but not > > sure whether your insurance would cover these. They would certainly be > > cheaper than the Erfa 'Thyroid' but make enquiries and let us know.> >> > I am sorry to hear about your eyes, and wonder if this could be caused > > by the thyroid antibodies which can also affect the eyes. Do you have > > any swelling that might show your eyes to be bulging at all or has the > > expression in your eyes changed, i.e. looking as if you are 'staring'? > > The ophthalmologist will certainly be able to get to the bottom of this.> >> > I would ask your GP to do some further blood tests to check to see > > whether your levels are low - these are ferritin, vitamin B12, vitamin > > D3, magnesium, folate, zinc and copper. Any of these being low in the > > range could stop your thyroid hormone from being absorbed and you > > would need to take supplements to raise your levels.> >> > Check out our web site under 'hypothyroidism' and then on the drop > > down menu, check out 'Associated Conditions' and read everything that > > is there to see if you could be suffering from any of them.> >> > Luv - Sheila> >> >> >> > My left eye is almost totally blind and my right eye is holding steady > > but I still have very blurred vision and see halos around lights. The > > last two eye doctors I went to said there was nothing physically wrong > > with my eyeballs, and no glaucoma, or cataracts. So the doc is > > referring me to an ophthalmologist, who hopefully knows how to deal > > with thyroid vision issues.> >> > I am hoping this vision stuff is reversible.> >> >> >> > > > > > ------------------------------------> > TPA is not medically qualified. Consult with a qualified medical practitioner before changing medication.> > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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