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Hi PAULA,

I forgot you are expecting another grandchild. Little is a special

baby. They were not sure they would have any children. It has been a long

five years waiting for them. We have had four babies born in the family in

less than 2 years. I hope they stop for awhile.

Lynn

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Date: Sun, 16 Jan 2005 15:54:09 -0500

Subject: [ ] Connective Tissue Disease

Connective Tissue Disease

Publish Date : 1/16/2005 2:20:00 AM Source : Health Section

ExpressNewsline.com

Sometimes referred to as Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD),

Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD) is similar in its design.

Both conditions are chronic inflammatory autoimmune diseases, involving a

disorder of the body's connective tissues. With Mixed CTD, there is evidence

of several different connective tissue diseases, all existing at the same

time within the same body. With Undifferentiated CTD, there may be multiple

conditions, related or not, but, at its base lies a connective tissue

disease that has not developed to the point of being easily identified.

Connective tissue diseases may be, or may involve into, any combination of

Lupus, Scleroderma, Polymyositis, Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis,

Sjogren's syndrome, and Fibromyalgia, as well as other autoimmune diseases.

Autoimmune diseases are basically those where the body produces abnormal

cells (Anti-nuclear antibodies, or ANA), which turn on the body itself,

attacking major body organs and tissues, in their inability to distinguish

between invading infections and healthy cells. Autoimmune diseases and

conditions, then, wreak havoc on a body in multiple ways, from the direct

effects of the disease on particular parts of the body, to the body's

inability to fight off standard body invaders. With any autoimmune disease

or condition, a person must deal with multiple symptoms and problems, as

well as having to battle a fragile immune system.

With more easily identifiable connective tissue diseases, recognizable

factors have been found in the body, through various lab tests, which allow

physicians to pinpoint a particular disease or condition. With

Undifferentiated CTD, there is the presence of some type of connective

tissue disease, but it is undeveloped to the point of tagging it with a set

of identifiers so that physicians know exactly what they are dealing with.

Instead, physicians and researchers say, Undifferentiated CTD is simply a

connective tissue disease " in the making. "

It may be that Undifferentiated CTD may stay in the same stage in which it

is first found, never fully developing. And, in some cases, researchers say,

the disease may even reverse itself. However, in the majority of cases, an

Undifferentiated CTD is usually accompanied by an assortment of other

connective tissue diseases and/or autoimmune conditions. And, as the body

continues to fight against itself, it is left weakened so that it has great

difficulty in fighting off even the simplest of viruses and infections. In

the long run, many Undifferentiated CTD's will further develop into a more

readily identified condition, such as Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or any

number of other ugly systemic rheumatic diseases and/or autoimmune

conditions.

One of the reasons Undifferentiated CTD is so difficult to pinpoint is that

many of the Rheumatic diseases share similar characteristics, both in their

symptoms and in their lab test results. This is why physicians are hesitant

to put a definite tag on something which could turn around and evolve into

something completely different.

Whether Undifferentiated or Mixed, connective tissue diseases can affect the

body in a number of areas, including joints, skin, lungs, nervous system,

skin, kidneys, heart, and nervous system. Symptoms and signals of

Undifferentiated CTD may be different from one person to the next, although

many seem to share a mix of similar autoimmune conditions. And, because of

the similar appearances and effects, many connective tissue diseases and

autoimmune conditions are often misdiagnosed. With diseases that can range

from mild to life threatening, a missed diagnosis can cause irreparable

damage, and sometimes a more hastened death.

A connective tissue disease diagnosis is not a death sentence in and of

itself, though some conditions can become life-threatening. Many people

suffer from these conditions for years, able to live a full life with a wide

range of activities. These people may, at some point in the future, see an

increase in symptoms and a worsening of their disease. Other people may live

to a ripe old age, never suffering serious complications of their

conditions. But the key to the best possible outcome is as early a diagnosis

as possible, with the proper - and correct - diagnosis and treatments.

As connective tissue diseases may exist and linger for many years, it may be

difficult for a person to recognize that a definite problem exists.

Especially when a patient hears a doctor say that the symptoms and problems

are " nothing " or simply all in the head of the patient, a correct diagnosis

may take even longer to come about. Some symptoms to be aware of include

swelling in the joints, joint and muscle pains, digestive problems,

Raynaud's (extremities suffering extreme cold, turning white when cold),

sleep problems, and usually an extreme fatigue. Some people say the symptoms

are much like having a bad case of the flu. And, as with other autoimmune

conditions, the immune system does not usually work properly, causing a

person to suffer from more than the usual infections and things.

As these symptoms are so common in a wide range of health problems, it is

absolutely necessary for a person to seek competent health care. Often, a

rheumatologist, the leading researchers and specialists in this field,

should make a correct diagnosis. And, though it is easy for someone to be

diagnosed simply as being depressed, depression may, and often does,

accompany connective tissue diseases and autoimmune conditions, just as

depression may well result from many other chronic health problems.

The causes of Undifferentiated CTD are unknown, especially as it is not one

of the more common diseases. Much of the current knowledge about

Undifferentiated CTD has come from the knowledge base of similar or related

diseases and conditions.

Though certainly a serious condition, and potentially life-threatening,

Undifferentiated CTD is survivable. There are treatments available, relying

on many of the same treatments for other connective tissue diseases and

autoimmune conditions. There may be a need for several types of medications,

however, needed to address the different symptoms and problems related to

the disease. The first step, then, in correctly identifying and addressing

the specific condition and its problems, is to seek the proper health care.

With a good doctor, the proper diagnosis and care, an Undifferentiated (or

Mixed) Connective Tissue Disease can be dealt with.

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Any day now Lynn. She went into false labor, but they sent her home.

I love hearing about babies born to couples that have problems

conceiving. My good friend didn't have her first until she was 40!

They had given up after 20 years, but then she got pregnant with

twins. Funny how things work. is a blessing.

a

On Sun, 16 Jan 2005 18:11:59 -0500, ruf-caimi@...

<ruf-caimi@...> wrote:

> Hi PAULA,

> I forgot you are expecting another grandchild. Little is a special

> baby. They were not sure they would have any children. It has been a long

> five years waiting for them. We have had four babies born in the family in

> less than 2 years. I hope they stop for awhile.

> Lynn

>

> Original Message:

> -----------------

> From: a54 a54@...

> Date: Sun, 16 Jan 2005 15:54:09 -0500

>

> Subject: [ ] Connective Tissue Disease

>

>

>

>

> Connective Tissue Disease

> Publish Date : 1/16/2005 2:20:00 AM Source : Health Section

> ExpressNewsline.com

>

> Sometimes referred to as Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD),

> Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD) is similar in its design.

> Both conditions are chronic inflammatory autoimmune diseases, involving a

> disorder of the body's connective tissues. With Mixed CTD, there is

> evidence

> of several different connective tissue diseases, all existing at the same

> time within the same body. With Undifferentiated CTD, there may be multiple

> conditions, related or not, but, at its base lies a connective tissue

> disease that has not developed to the point of being easily identified.

> Connective tissue diseases may be, or may involve into, any combination of

> Lupus, Scleroderma, Polymyositis, Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis,

> Sjogren's syndrome, and Fibromyalgia, as well as other autoimmune diseases.

> Autoimmune diseases are basically those where the body produces abnormal

> cells (Anti-nuclear antibodies, or ANA), which turn on the body itself,

> attacking major body organs and tissues, in their inability to distinguish

> between invading infections and healthy cells. Autoimmune diseases and

> conditions, then, wreak havoc on a body in multiple ways, from the direct

> effects of the disease on particular parts of the body, to the body's

> inability to fight off standard body invaders. With any autoimmune disease

> or condition, a person must deal with multiple symptoms and problems, as

> well as having to battle a fragile immune system.

>

> With more easily identifiable connective tissue diseases, recognizable

> factors have been found in the body, through various lab tests, which allow

> physicians to pinpoint a particular disease or condition. With

> Undifferentiated CTD, there is the presence of some type of connective

> tissue disease, but it is undeveloped to the point of tagging it with a set

> of identifiers so that physicians know exactly what they are dealing with.

> Instead, physicians and researchers say, Undifferentiated CTD is simply a

> connective tissue disease " in the making. "

>

> It may be that Undifferentiated CTD may stay in the same stage in which it

> is first found, never fully developing. And, in some cases, researchers

> say,

> the disease may even reverse itself. However, in the majority of cases, an

> Undifferentiated CTD is usually accompanied by an assortment of other

> connective tissue diseases and/or autoimmune conditions. And, as the body

> continues to fight against itself, it is left weakened so that it has great

> difficulty in fighting off even the simplest of viruses and infections. In

> the long run, many Undifferentiated CTD's will further develop into a more

> readily identified condition, such as Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or any

> number of other ugly systemic rheumatic diseases and/or autoimmune

> conditions.

>

> One of the reasons Undifferentiated CTD is so difficult to pinpoint is that

> many of the Rheumatic diseases share similar characteristics, both in their

> symptoms and in their lab test results. This is why physicians are hesitant

> to put a definite tag on something which could turn around and evolve into

> something completely different.

>

> Whether Undifferentiated or Mixed, connective tissue diseases can affect

> the

> body in a number of areas, including joints, skin, lungs, nervous system,

> skin, kidneys, heart, and nervous system. Symptoms and signals of

> Undifferentiated CTD may be different from one person to the next, although

> many seem to share a mix of similar autoimmune conditions. And, because of

> the similar appearances and effects, many connective tissue diseases and

> autoimmune conditions are often misdiagnosed. With diseases that can range

> from mild to life threatening, a missed diagnosis can cause irreparable

> damage, and sometimes a more hastened death.

>

> A connective tissue disease diagnosis is not a death sentence in and of

> itself, though some conditions can become life-threatening. Many people

> suffer from these conditions for years, able to live a full life with a

> wide

> range of activities. These people may, at some point in the future, see an

> increase in symptoms and a worsening of their disease. Other people may

> live

> to a ripe old age, never suffering serious complications of their

> conditions. But the key to the best possible outcome is as early a

> diagnosis

> as possible, with the proper - and correct - diagnosis and treatments.

>

> As connective tissue diseases may exist and linger for many years, it may

> be

> difficult for a person to recognize that a definite problem exists.

> Especially when a patient hears a doctor say that the symptoms and problems

> are " nothing " or simply all in the head of the patient, a correct diagnosis

> may take even longer to come about. Some symptoms to be aware of include

> swelling in the joints, joint and muscle pains, digestive problems,

> Raynaud's (extremities suffering extreme cold, turning white when cold),

> sleep problems, and usually an extreme fatigue. Some people say the

> symptoms

> are much like having a bad case of the flu. And, as with other autoimmune

> conditions, the immune system does not usually work properly, causing a

> person to suffer from more than the usual infections and things.

>

> As these symptoms are so common in a wide range of health problems, it is

> absolutely necessary for a person to seek competent health care. Often, a

> rheumatologist, the leading researchers and specialists in this field,

> should make a correct diagnosis. And, though it is easy for someone to be

> diagnosed simply as being depressed, depression may, and often does,

> accompany connective tissue diseases and autoimmune conditions, just as

> depression may well result from many other chronic health problems.

>

> The causes of Undifferentiated CTD are unknown, especially as it is not one

> of the more common diseases. Much of the current knowledge about

> Undifferentiated CTD has come from the knowledge base of similar or related

> diseases and conditions.

>

> Though certainly a serious condition, and potentially life-threatening,

> Undifferentiated CTD is survivable. There are treatments available, relying

> on many of the same treatments for other connective tissue diseases and

> autoimmune conditions. There may be a need for several types of

> medications,

> however, needed to address the different symptoms and problems related to

> the disease. The first step, then, in correctly identifying and addressing

> the specific condition and its problems, is to seek the proper health care.

> With a good doctor, the proper diagnosis and care, an Undifferentiated (or

> Mixed) Connective Tissue Disease can be dealt with.

>

> http://www.expressnewsline.com/articles/fullstory0305-insight-Connective+Tis

> sue+Disease-status-11-newsID-2280.html

>

>

>

>

>

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is an amazing blessing. My son is someone who never dated so I think

he though marriage and children would not happen for him. It is so nice to

see all his dreams come true. Let me know when your baby arrives.

Lynn

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Date: Mon, 17 Jan 2005 09:03:11 -0500

Subject: Re: [ ] Connective Tissue Disease

Any day now Lynn. She went into false labor, but they sent her home.

I love hearing about babies born to couples that have problems

conceiving. My good friend didn't have her first until she was 40!

They had given up after 20 years, but then she got pregnant with

twins. Funny how things work. is a blessing.

a

On Sun, 16 Jan 2005 18:11:59 -0500, ruf-caimi@...

<ruf-caimi@...> wrote:

> Hi PAULA,

> I forgot you are expecting another grandchild. Little is a

special

> baby. They were not sure they would have any children. It has been a

long

> five years waiting for them. We have had four babies born in the family

in

> less than 2 years. I hope they stop for awhile.

> Lynn

>

> Original Message:

> -----------------

> From: a54 a54@...

> Date: Sun, 16 Jan 2005 15:54:09 -0500

>

> Subject: [ ] Connective Tissue Disease

>

>

>

>

> Connective Tissue Disease

> Publish Date : 1/16/2005 2:20:00 AM Source : Health Section

> ExpressNewsline.com

>

> Sometimes referred to as Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD),

> Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD) is similar in its

design.

> Both conditions are chronic inflammatory autoimmune diseases, involving a

> disorder of the body's connective tissues. With Mixed CTD, there is

> evidence

> of several different connective tissue diseases, all existing at the same

> time within the same body. With Undifferentiated CTD, there may be

multiple

> conditions, related or not, but, at its base lies a connective tissue

> disease that has not developed to the point of being easily identified.

> Connective tissue diseases may be, or may involve into, any combination

of

> Lupus, Scleroderma, Polymyositis, Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis,

> Sjogren's syndrome, and Fibromyalgia, as well as other autoimmune

diseases.

> Autoimmune diseases are basically those where the body produces abnormal

> cells (Anti-nuclear antibodies, or ANA), which turn on the body itself,

> attacking major body organs and tissues, in their inability to

distinguish

> between invading infections and healthy cells. Autoimmune diseases and

> conditions, then, wreak havoc on a body in multiple ways, from the direct

> effects of the disease on particular parts of the body, to the body's

> inability to fight off standard body invaders. With any autoimmune

disease

> or condition, a person must deal with multiple symptoms and problems, as

> well as having to battle a fragile immune system.

>

> With more easily identifiable connective tissue diseases, recognizable

> factors have been found in the body, through various lab tests, which

allow

> physicians to pinpoint a particular disease or condition. With

> Undifferentiated CTD, there is the presence of some type of connective

> tissue disease, but it is undeveloped to the point of tagging it with a

set

> of identifiers so that physicians know exactly what they are dealing

with.

> Instead, physicians and researchers say, Undifferentiated CTD is simply a

> connective tissue disease " in the making. "

>

> It may be that Undifferentiated CTD may stay in the same stage in which

it

> is first found, never fully developing. And, in some cases, researchers

> say,

> the disease may even reverse itself. However, in the majority of cases,

an

> Undifferentiated CTD is usually accompanied by an assortment of other

> connective tissue diseases and/or autoimmune conditions. And, as the body

> continues to fight against itself, it is left weakened so that it has

great

> difficulty in fighting off even the simplest of viruses and infections.

In

> the long run, many Undifferentiated CTD's will further develop into a

more

> readily identified condition, such as Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or any

> number of other ugly systemic rheumatic diseases and/or autoimmune

> conditions.

>

> One of the reasons Undifferentiated CTD is so difficult to pinpoint is

that

> many of the Rheumatic diseases share similar characteristics, both in

their

> symptoms and in their lab test results. This is why physicians are

hesitant

> to put a definite tag on something which could turn around and evolve

into

> something completely different.

>

> Whether Undifferentiated or Mixed, connective tissue diseases can affect

> the

> body in a number of areas, including joints, skin, lungs, nervous system,

> skin, kidneys, heart, and nervous system. Symptoms and signals of

> Undifferentiated CTD may be different from one person to the next,

although

> many seem to share a mix of similar autoimmune conditions. And, because

of

> the similar appearances and effects, many connective tissue diseases and

> autoimmune conditions are often misdiagnosed. With diseases that can

range

> from mild to life threatening, a missed diagnosis can cause irreparable

> damage, and sometimes a more hastened death.

>

> A connective tissue disease diagnosis is not a death sentence in and of

> itself, though some conditions can become life-threatening. Many people

> suffer from these conditions for years, able to live a full life with a

> wide

> range of activities. These people may, at some point in the future, see

an

> increase in symptoms and a worsening of their disease. Other people may

> live

> to a ripe old age, never suffering serious complications of their

> conditions. But the key to the best possible outcome is as early a

> diagnosis

> as possible, with the proper - and correct - diagnosis and treatments.

>

> As connective tissue diseases may exist and linger for many years, it may

> be

> difficult for a person to recognize that a definite problem exists.

> Especially when a patient hears a doctor say that the symptoms and

problems

> are " nothing " or simply all in the head of the patient, a correct

diagnosis

> may take even longer to come about. Some symptoms to be aware of include

> swelling in the joints, joint and muscle pains, digestive problems,

> Raynaud's (extremities suffering extreme cold, turning white when cold),

> sleep problems, and usually an extreme fatigue. Some people say the

> symptoms

> are much like having a bad case of the flu. And, as with other autoimmune

> conditions, the immune system does not usually work properly, causing a

> person to suffer from more than the usual infections and things.

>

> As these symptoms are so common in a wide range of health problems, it is

> absolutely necessary for a person to seek competent health care. Often, a

> rheumatologist, the leading researchers and specialists in this field,

> should make a correct diagnosis. And, though it is easy for someone to be

> diagnosed simply as being depressed, depression may, and often does,

> accompany connective tissue diseases and autoimmune conditions, just as

> depression may well result from many other chronic health problems.

>

> The causes of Undifferentiated CTD are unknown, especially as it is not

one

> of the more common diseases. Much of the current knowledge about

> Undifferentiated CTD has come from the knowledge base of similar or

related

> diseases and conditions.

>

> Though certainly a serious condition, and potentially life-threatening,

> Undifferentiated CTD is survivable. There are treatments available,

relying

> on many of the same treatments for other connective tissue diseases and

> autoimmune conditions. There may be a need for several types of

> medications,

> however, needed to address the different symptoms and problems related to

> the disease. The first step, then, in correctly identifying and

addressing

> the specific condition and its problems, is to seek the proper health

care.

> With a good doctor, the proper diagnosis and care, an Undifferentiated

(or

> Mixed) Connective Tissue Disease can be dealt with.

>

>

http://www.expressnewsline.com/articles/fullstory0305-insight-Connective+Tis

> sue+Disease-status-11-newsID-2280.html

>

>

>

>

>

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Connective Tissue Disease

Sometimes referred to as Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD),

Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD) is similar in its

design. Both conditions are chronic inflammatory autoimmune diseases,

involving a disorder of the body's connective tissues. With Mixed CTD,

there is evidence of several different connective tissue diseases, all

existing at the same time within the same body. With Undifferentiated

CTD, there may be multiple conditions, related or not, but, at its base

lies a connective tissue disease that has not developed to the point of

being easily identified.

Connective tissue diseases may be, or may involve into, any combination

of Lupus, Scleroderma, Polymyositis, Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis,

Sjogren's syndrome, and Fibromyalgia, as well as other autoimmune

diseases. Autoimmune diseases are basically those where the body

produces abnormal cells (Anti-nuclear antibodies, or ANA), which turn

on the body itself, attacking major body organs and tissues, in their

inability to distinguish between invading infections and healthy cells.

Autoimmune diseases and conditions, then, wreak havoc on a body in

multiple ways, from the direct effects of the disease on particular

parts of the body, to the body's inability to fight off standard body

invaders. With any autoimmune disease or condition, a person must deal

with multiple symptoms and problems, as well as having to battle a

fragile immune system.

With more easily identifiable connective tissue diseases, recognizable

factors have been found in the body, through various lab tests, which

allow physicians to pinpoint a particular disease or condition. With

Undifferentiated CTD, there is the presence of some type of connective

tissue disease, but it is undeveloped to the point of tagging it with a

set of identifiers so that physicians know exactly what they are

dealing with. Instead, physicians and researchers say, Undifferentiated

CTD is simply a connective tissue disease " in the making. "

It may be that Undifferentiated CTD may stay in the same stage in which

it is first found, never fully developing. And, in some cases,

researchers say, the disease may even reverse itself. However, in the

majority of cases, an Undifferentiated CTD is usually accompanied by an

assortment of other connective tissue diseases and/or autoimmune

conditions. And, as the body continues to fight against itself, it is

left weakened so that it has great difficulty in fighting off even the

simplest of viruses and infections. In the long run, many

Undifferentiated CTD's will further develop into a more readily

identified condition, such as Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or any

number of other ugly systemic rheumatic diseases and/or autoimmune

conditions.

One of the reasons Undifferentiated CTD is so difficult to pinpoint is

that many of the Rheumatic diseases share similar characteristics, both

in their symptoms and in their lab test results. This is why physicians

are hesitant to put a definite tag on something which could turn around

and evolve into something completely different.

Whether Undifferentiated or Mixed, connective tissue diseases can

affect the body in a number of areas, including joints, skin, lungs,

nervous system, skin, kidneys, heart, and nervous system. Symptoms and

signals of Undifferentiated CTD may be different from one person to the

next, although many seem to share a mix of similar autoimmune

conditions. And, because of the similar appearances and effects, many

connective tissue diseases and autoimmune conditions are often

misdiagnosed. With diseases that can range from mild to life

threatening, a missed diagnosis can cause irreparable damage, and

sometimes a more hastened death.

A connective tissue disease diagnosis is not a death sentence in and of

itself, though some conditions can become life-threatening. Many people

suffer from these conditions for years, able to live a full life with a

wide range of activities. These people may, at some point in the

future, see an increase in symptoms and a worsening of their disease.

Other people may live to a ripe old age, never suffering serious

complications of their conditions. But the key to the best possible

outcome is as early a diagnosis as possible, with the proper - and

correct - diagnosis and treatments.

As connective tissue diseases may exist and linger for many years, it

may be difficult for a person to recognize that a definite problem

exists. Especially when a patient hears a doctor say that the symptoms

and problems are " nothing " or simply all in the head of the patient, a

correct diagnosis may take even longer to come about. Some symptoms to

be aware of include swelling in the joints, joint and muscle pains,

digestive problems, Raynaud's (extremities suffering extreme cold,

turning white when cold), sleep problems, and usually an extreme

fatigue. Some people say the symptoms are much like having a bad case

of the flu. And, as with other autoimmune conditions, the immune system

does not usually work properly, causing a person to suffer from more

than the usual infections and things.

As these symptoms are so common in a wide range of health problems, it

is absolutely necessary for a person to seek competent health care.

Often, a rheumatologist, the leading researchers and specialists in

this field, should make a correct diagnosis. And, though it is easy for

someone to be diagnosed simply as being depressed, depression may, and

often does, accompany connective tissue diseases and autoimmune

conditions, just as depression may well result from many other chronic

health problems.

The causes of Undifferentiated CTD are unknown, especially as it is not

one of the more common diseases. Much of the current knowledge about

Undifferentiated CTD has come from the knowledge base of similar or

related diseases and conditions.

Though certainly a serious condition, and potentially life-threatening,

Undifferentiated CTD is survivable. There are treatments available,

relying on many of the same treatments for other connective tissue

diseases and autoimmune conditions. There may be a need for several

types of medications, however, needed to address the different symptoms

and problems related to the disease. The first step, then, in correctly

identifying and addressing the specific condition and its problems, is

to seek the proper health care.

With a good doctor, the proper diagnosis and care, an Undifferentiated

(or Mixed) Connective Tissue Disease can be dealt with.

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Hi,

About a year and a half ago, I was diagnosed with Scleroderma because of

inflammation on my lungs mainly. I had experienced some tightening around my

mouth and legs and thinning skin as well. After diagnosed I did a lot of

research on Scleroderma. I came across and read 's Young book " The PH

Miracle " and started juicing and eating lots of raw veggies and talking

supplements and avoiding refined foods. I could never seem to give up fruit as

he recommended also. I think his book really educated me about food and

supplements and disease and the Process of the body healing itself through

nutrition and supplements. A couple months ago I found out I had candida. It

was a blessing really because it lead me to this group and information and diet.

I know that for a fact this diet has helped me. The good fats and Grass-fed

meat, and organic and wild protein and cooked veggies makes sense, is completely

natural and I believe was exactly what my malnourished body needed. Health is a

work in process. But so far so good, Thank God.

Also I have never taken any of the medication my doctors prescribes: cellcept or

a cocktail of drugs to turn off my immune system(insane!!!).

Best of Health to you!

Tammi

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