brain fog

March 30, 2007

Steroids can save lives, but they can play havoc

with your immune system. I personally would

avoid them unless life threatening illness was

present. 6 days on Prednisone gave my brother diabetes.

Lynda

At 04:24 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:

>I looked up Cortef after reading Patty's email

>to Gretchen....who is taking this? I'm not too

>sure about this one...it kind of scares me.

>

>What are hydrocortisone tablets?

><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back

>to top)

>HYDROCORTISONE (Cortef®, Hydrocortone®) is a

>corticosteroid. It helps to reduce swelling,

>redness, itching, and allergic reactions.

>Hydrocortisone is similar to natural steroid

>hormone produced by the adrenal gland.

>Hydrocortisone treats severe allergies, skin

>problems, asthma, arthritis, or many other

>conditions. Generic hydrocortisone tablets are available.

>

>What should my health care professional know

>before I take hydrocortisone?

><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back

>to top)

>They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

>•blood clotting disorder

>•Cushing's syndrome

>•diabetes

>•high blood pressure

>•infection, including chicken-pox, herpes, measles, or tuberculosis

>•liver disease

>•myasthenia gravis

>•osteoporosis

>•previous heart attack

>•psychosis

>•seizures (convulsions)

>•stomach or intestinal disease

>•under-active thyroid

>•an unusual or allergic reaction to

>hydrocortisone, corticosteroids, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives

>•pregnant or trying to get pregnant

>•breast-feeding

>

>How should I take this medicine?

><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back

>to top)

>Take hydrocortisone tablets by mouth. Follow the

>directions on the prescription label. Swallow

>the tablets with a drink of water. Take with

>milk or food to avoid stomach upset. If you are

>only taking hydrocortisone once a day, take it

>in the morning, which is the time your body

>normally secretes cortisol. Take your doses at

>regular intervals. Do not take your medicine

>more often than directed. Do not stop taking

>hydrocortisone except on your prescriber's advice.

>

>Contact your pediatrician or health care

>professional regarding the use of this medicine

>in children. Special care may be needed.

>

>What if I miss a dose?

><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back

>to top)

>If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can.

>If it is almost time for your next dose, consult

>your prescriber or health care professional. You

>may need to miss a dose or take a double dose,

>depending on your condition and treatment. Do

>not take double or extra doses without advice.

>

>What drug(s) may interact with hydrocortisone?

><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back

>to top)

>•antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen)

>•aspirin

>•barbiturate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures (convulsions)

>•bosentan

>•calcium supplements

>•carbamazepine

>•female hormones, including contraceptive or birth control pills

>•heart medicines

>•medicines for diabetes

>•medicines that improve muscle strength or tone

>for conditions like myasthenia gravis

>•phenytoin

>•rifampin

>•toxoids and vaccines

>•water pills

>

>Tell your prescriber or health care professional

>about all other medicines you are taking,

>including non-prescription medicines,

>nutritional supplements, or herbal products.

>Also tell your prescriber or health care

>professional if you are a frequent user of

>drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke,

>or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect

>the way your medicine works. Check with your

>health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

>

>What side effects may I notice from taking

>hydrocortisone?

><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back

>to top)

>Some side effects can be reduced by taking

>single daily doses in the morning. Check with

>your prescriber or health care professional to

>determine the best schedule for your condition.

>Side effects that you should report to your

>prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:

>•bloody or black, tarry stools

>•confusion, excitement, restlessness, a false sense of well-being

>•eye pain, decreased or blurred vision, or bulging eyes

>•fever, sore throat, sneezing, cough, or other signs of infection

>•frequent passing of urine

>•hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that are not really there)

>•increased thirst

>•irregular heartbeat

>•menstrual problems

>•mental depression, mood swings, mistaken

>feelings of self-importance, mistaken feelings of being mistreated

>•muscle cramps or muscle weakness

>•nausea, vomiting

>•pain in hips, back, ribs, arms, shoulders, or legs

>•rounding out of face

>•skin problems, acne

>•stomach pain

>•swelling of feet or lower legs

>•unusual bruising or red pinpoint spots on the skin

>•unusual tiredness or weakness

>•weight gain or weight loss

>•wounds that will not heal

>

>Side effects that usually do not require medical

>attention (report to your prescriber or health

>care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

>•diarrhea or constipation

>•change in taste

>•headache

>•increased appetite or loss of appetite

>•increased sweating

>•nervousness, restlessness, or difficulty sleeping

>•unusual increased growth of hair on the face or body

>•upset stomach

>

>What should I watch for while taking

>hydrocortisone?

><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back

>to top)

>Visit your prescriber or health care

>professional for regular checks on your

>progress. If you are taking corticosteroids for

>a long time, carry an identification card with

>your name, the type and dose of corticosteroid,

>and your prescriber's name and address. Do not

>suddenly stop taking hydrocortisone. You may

>need to gradually reduce the dose, so that your

>body can adjust. Follow the advice of your

>prescriber or health care professional.

>

>If you take corticosteroids for a long time,

>avoid contact with people who have an infection.

>You may be at an increased risk from infection

>while taking hydrocortisone. Tell your

>prescriber or health care professional if you

>are exposed to anyone with measles or

>chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly.

>

>People who are taking certain dosages of

>hydrocortisone may need to avoid immunization

>with certain vaccines or may need to have

>changes in their vaccination schedules to ensure

>adequate protection from certain diseases. Make

>sure to tell your prescriber or health care

>professional that you are taking hydrocortisone before receiving any vaccine.

>

>If you are diabetic, hydrocortisone can affect

>your blood sugar. Check with your prescriber or

>health care professional if you need help

>adjusting the dose of your diabetic medicine.

>

>If you take hydrocortisone tablets every day,

>you may need to watch your diet. Your body can

>also lose potassium while you take this

>medicine. Ask your prescriber or health care

>professional about your diet, especially about your salt intake.

>

>If you are going to have surgery tell your

>prescriber or health care professional that you

>are taking hydrocortisone, or have taken it within the last 12 months.

>

>Alcohol can increase the risk of getting serious

>side effects while you are taking hydrocortisone. Avoid alcoholic drinks.

>

>Elderly patients have an increased risk of side effects from hydrocortisone.

>

>Hydrocortisone can interfere with certain lab

>tests and can cause false skin test results.

>

> " . .Gretchen. . " <gretchenc@...> wrote:

>well i got sick from implants in 2 weeks, then

>after improper explant even sicker by 8 weeks.

>after kolb my candida symptoms were gone... but

>i think i had adrenal fatigue because i felt much

>better when i took cortef... even though i dont

>think i can take it bec. i had neg. sides from

>it (retaining water thirsty and left side of

>body blowing up 3x its size with headeaches) - this is why i had a sezuire.

>since the sezuire where the hospital gave me

>TONS of gatorade to replenish my sodium and

>terrible food... then i got out and felt better

>i was eating out with my mom and boyfriend every

>day - fries, pizza, chocolate, ranch, cheese, etc... so i never gave it up

>to treat the yeast all the way like i should

>have. prob why i was craving such bad food and i

>kept saying i deserve it after all i had been

>through. i am so mad at myself beleive me. i

>never " saw " yeast so i guess i thought

>that didnt apply to me. well... slowly (now i

>look back on this past month and realize)... i

>was getting all my old implant symptoms again

>starting to get confused, burning back, fog,

>couldnt retain anything anymore, anxiety... etc.

>ALL this was gone after surgery!

>Anyways.. now i have all those symptoms,

>terrible fog, yeast " down there " , in my brain,

>on my tongue, sores in my mouth.

>So I know I have a yeast and an adrenal

>problem.. just sucks because its hard to treat

>both at once and I prob never really killed the

>yeast properly to begin with post surgery.

>now i cant even go to the bathroom so i dont

>know if i need colon cleanse or something..

>because how can i get the yeast out if i cant go

>good. my job wants me back in a month or i

>might get fired and i might lose my

>apartment. honestly... i know the problem and

>im on the sporonox now and doing the diet. How

>long does it take to kill yeast or did I make my

>body grow it again and its going to be VERY hard

>to get rid of this time? I am very scared and

>very sad... but I know I saw the real me again

>for a few days and I want that back without all

>this memory loss agian. It is the scariest feeling in the world.

>

>On 3/30/07, Tricia Trish

><<mailto:glory2glory1401@...>glory2glory1401@...> wrote:

>I know Candida issues can be very severe...I

>guess I thought it took alot longer than 5 weeks

>for them to crash a body though. Some people

>suffer through various stages for years and

>years before they figure out what is going on,

>and the fungus has a chance to mutate into the more virulent forms.

>

>I certainly don't know...just want to make sure

>she is treating all possible areas, not just

>one. It's only an opinion, and maybe it's a

>wrong one? But I think the hormonal issues are

>very much a possible consideration.

>

>Gretchen, did you say you had signs of adrenal

>insufficiency? Are you on Cortef?

>

>I personally feel that my issues were not

>totally candida related--I can't say that I ever

>really totally gave up sweeteners or

>sweets. I've been using small amounts of raw

>honey, maple syrup, and sucanat the whole time

>through my illness, though I cut out white sugar

>and most junk foods full of sugar and white

>flour. But I've always celebrated birthdays with

>my kids and family, joining in with the cake and

>ice cream...I've definitely splurged on sweets at times.

>

>I agree that our diet is really important

>though. I'm just not certain that candida is

>the only thing that could be causing this

>cognitive dysfunction and brain fog. I don't

>think it was the only thing causing mine, as I

>had brain fog with my monthly cycle more than anything else.

>Patty

>

>Lynda <<mailto:coss@...>coss@...> wrote:

>Gretchen's diet was not good, so I think yeast could have done it. It

>certainly could do it to me.

>

>Lynda

>

>At 01:19 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:

>

> >Gretchen,

> >I think you should focus on your diet for sure, but I think you need

> >to look a bit deeper into the adrenal fatigue issue as well. I

> >think the crash you experienced may be related to adrenal issues as

> >much or more than yeast, but that's just my 2 cents. It just seems

> >too odd to have that severe a reaction from yeast alone.

> >Patty

> >

> >foxygretchy <<mailto:gretchenc%40gmail.com>gretchenc@... > wrote:

> >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again that

> >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms

> >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do.

> >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how

> >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.

> >

> >--- In

> ><mailto:

> %40><mailto: %40>

> ,

>

> >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@...>

> >wrote:

> > >

> > > Gretchen,

> > >

> > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You are

> > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply

> >them. Dr.

> > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let go of the

> > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting your

> > > fear stand in between you and healing.

> > >

> > > Kenda

> > >

> > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog

> > > > im suffering from it so bad

> > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...

> > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...

> > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old pix off my

> > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u

> > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look

> > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen.. but

> > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago

> > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see all

> > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen but doesnt

> > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the fog. i need

> > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im going thru pix

> > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being that

> > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so lost in the

> > > > world now.

> > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not alone and

> > > > this will end and i can LIVE.

> > > >

> > >

> >

> >Don't pick lemons.

> >See all the

> ><

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Hi , One of the things that I have said over and over is that the corticosteroids are such toxic drugs. Dr. Weil's take on these drugs are pretty much what I've based my own belief on, and I have always preferred to travel the "safe" road (meaning all natural therapies) rather than rely on drugs. So, it scares me too. That is why I'm cautious about it. Yet interested in the support of the adrenal glands, knowing that the thyroid gland is somehow connected and that the thyroid cannot be left untreated. Makes me wonder if supporting the adrenals (in much the same way we support the thyroid) would indeed be a valid therapy...but only if we can do it naturally and safely without serious side effects! Patty <waltjenking@...> wrote: I looked up Cortef after reading Patty's email to Gretchen....who is taking this? I'm not too sure about this one...it kind of scares me. What are hydrocortisone tablets? (Back to top) HYDROCORTISONE (Cortef®, Hydrocortone®) is a corticosteroid. It helps to reduce swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions. Hydrocortisone is similar to natural steroid hormone produced by the adrenal gland. Hydrocortisone treats severe

allergies, skin problems, asthma, arthritis, or many other conditions. Generic hydrocortisone tablets are available.What should my health care professional know before I take hydrocortisone? (Back to top) They need to know if you have any of these conditions:•blood clotting disorder•Cushing's syndrome•diabetes•high blood pressure•infection, including chicken-pox, herpes, measles, or tuberculosis•liver disease•myasthenia gravis•osteoporosis•previous heart attack•psychosis•seizures (convulsions)•stomach or intestinal disease•under-active thyroid•an unusual or allergic reaction to hydrocortisone, corticosteroids, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives•pregnant or trying to get pregnant•breast-feedingHow should I take this

medicine? (Back to top) Take hydrocortisone tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow the tablets with a drink of water. Take with milk or food to avoid stomach upset. If you are only taking hydrocortisone once a day, take it in the morning, which is the time your body normally secretes cortisol. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking hydrocortisone except on your prescriber's advice.Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you

can. If it is almost time for your next dose, consult your prescriber or health care professional. You may need to miss a dose or take a double dose, depending on your condition and treatment. Do not take double or extra doses without advice.What drug(s) may interact with hydrocortisone? (Back to top) •antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen)•aspirin•barbiturate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures (convulsions)•bosentan•calcium supplements•carbamazepine•female hormones, including contraceptive or birth control pills•heart medicines•medicines for diabetes•medicines that improve muscle strength or tone for conditions like myasthenia gravis•phenytoin•rifampin•toxoids and vaccines•water pillsTell your prescriber or health care professional

about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.What side effects may I notice from taking hydrocortisone? (Back to top) Some side effects can be reduced by taking single daily doses in the morning. Check with your prescriber or health care professional to determine the best schedule for your condition.Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:•bloody or black, tarry

stools•confusion, excitement, restlessness, a false sense of well-being•eye pain, decreased or blurred vision, or bulging eyes•fever, sore throat, sneezing, cough, or other signs of infection•frequent passing of urine•hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that are not really there)•increased thirst•irregular heartbeat•menstrual problems•mental depression, mood swings, mistaken feelings of self-importance, mistaken feelings of being mistreated•muscle cramps or muscle weakness•nausea, vomiting•pain in hips, back, ribs, arms, shoulders, or legs•rounding out of face•skin problems, acne•stomach pain•swelling of feet or lower legs•unusual bruising or red pinpoint spots on the skin•unusual tiredness or weakness•weight gain or weight loss•wounds that will not healSide effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they

continue or are bothersome):•diarrhea or constipation•change in taste•headache•increased appetite or loss of appetite•increased sweating•nervousness, restlessness, or difficulty sleeping•unusual increased growth of hair on the face or body•upset stomachWhat should I watch for while taking hydrocortisone? (Back to top) Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. If you are taking corticosteroids for a long time, carry an identification card with your name, the type and dose of corticosteroid, and your prescriber's name and address. Do not suddenly stop taking hydrocortisone. You may need to gradually reduce the dose, so that your body can adjust. Follow the advice of your prescriber or health care professional.If you take corticosteroids for a

long time, avoid contact with people who have an infection. You may be at an increased risk from infection while taking hydrocortisone. Tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are exposed to anyone with measles or chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly.People who are taking certain dosages of hydrocortisone may need to avoid immunization with certain vaccines or may need to have changes in their vaccination schedules to ensure adequate protection from certain diseases. Make sure to tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking hydrocortisone before receiving any vaccine.If you are diabetic, hydrocortisone can affect your blood sugar. Check with your prescriber or health care professional if you need help adjusting the dose of your diabetic medicine.If you take hydrocortisone tablets every day, you may need to watch your diet. Your body can also lose potassium while you take

this medicine. Ask your prescriber or health care professional about your diet, especially about your salt intake.If you are going to have surgery tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking hydrocortisone, or have taken it within the last 12 months.Alcohol can increase the risk of getting serious side effects while you are taking hydrocortisone. Avoid alcoholic drinks.Elderly patients have an increased risk of side effects from hydrocortisone.Hydrocortisone can interfere with certain lab tests and can cause false skin test results. ". .Gretchen. ." <gretchencgmail> wrote: well i got sick from implants in 2 weeks, then after improper explant even sicker by 8 weeks. after kolb my candida symptoms were gone... but i think i

had adrenal fatigue because i felt much better when i took cortef... even though i dont think i can take it bec. i had neg. sides from it (retaining water thirsty and left side of body blowing up 3x its size with headeaches) - this is why i had a sezuire. since the sezuire where the hospital gave me TONS of gatorade to replenish my sodium and terrible food... then i got out and felt better i was eating out with my mom and boyfriend every day - fries, pizza, chocolate, ranch, cheese, etc... so i never gave it up to treat the yeast all the way like i should have. prob why i was craving such bad food and i kept saying i deserve it after all i had been through. i am so mad at myself beleive me. i never "saw" yeast so i guess i thought that didnt apply to me. well... slowly (now i look back on this past month and realize)... i was getting all my old implant symptoms again starting to get confused,

burning back, fog, couldnt retain anything anymore, anxiety... etc. ALL this was gone after surgery! Anyways.. now i have all those symptoms, terrible fog, yeast "down there", in my brain, on my tongue, sores in my mouth. So I know I have a yeast and an adrenal problem.. just sucks because its hard to treat both at once and I prob never really killed the yeast properly to begin with post surgery. now i cant even go to the bathroom so i dont know if i need colon cleanse or something.. because how can i get the yeast out if i cant go good. my job wants me back in a month or i might get fired and i might lose my apartment. honestly... i know the problem and im on the sporonox now and doing the diet. How long does it take to kill yeast or did I make my body grow it again and its going to be VERY hard to get rid of this time? I am very scared and very sad... but I know I saw the real me again for a few days and I want that back

without all this memory loss agian. It is the scariest feeling in the world. On 3/30/07, Tricia Trish <glory2glory1401 > wrote: I know Candida issues can be very severe...I guess I thought it took alot longer than 5 weeks for them to crash a body though. Some people suffer through various stages for years and years before they figure out what is going on, and the fungus has a chance to mutate into the more virulent forms. I certainly don't know...just want to make sure she is treating all possible areas, not just one. It's only an opinion, and maybe it's a wrong one? But I think the hormonal issues are very much a

possible consideration. Gretchen, did you say you had signs of adrenal insufficiency? Are you on Cortef? I personally feel that my issues were not totally candida related--I can't say that I ever really totally gave up sweeteners or sweets. I've been using small amounts of raw honey, maple syrup, and sucanat the whole time through my illness, though I cut out white sugar and most junk foods full of sugar and white flour. But I've always celebrated birthdays with my kids and family, joining in with the cake and ice cream...I've definitely splurged on sweets at times. I agree that our diet is really important though. I'm just not certain that candida is the only thing that could be causing this cognitive dysfunction and brain fog. I don't think it was the only thing causing mine, as I had brain fog with my monthly cycle more than

anything else. Patty Lynda <cossprivatei> wrote: Gretchen's diet was not good, so I think yeast could have done it. It certainly could do it to me.LyndaAt 01:19 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:>Gretchen,>I think you should focus on your diet for sure, but I think you need >to look a bit deeper into the adrenal fatigue issue as well. I >think the crash you experienced may be related to adrenal issues as >much or more than yeast, but that's just my 2 cents. It just seems >too odd to have that severe a reaction from yeast alone.>Patty>>foxygretchy <gretchencgmail > wrote:>has anyone gone this far off the

diet and got memory loss again that>they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms>krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do. >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how>long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.>>--- In ><mailto: %40> , >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@...>>wrote:> >> > Gretchen,> >> > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You are > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply>them. Dr.> > Kolb and many women here have

told you how. Please try to let go of the> > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting your > > fear stand in between you and healing.> >> > Kenda> >> >> > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > im suffering from it so bad > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...> > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...> > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old pix off my > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u> > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look> > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen.. but > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago> > > before diet went

haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see all> > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen but doesnt > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the fog. i need> > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im going thru pix> > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being that > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so lost in the> > > world now.> > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not alone and> > > this will end and i can LIVE. > > >> >>>>>Don't pick lemons.>See all the ><

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Yikes! Prednisone is so scary! I wonder about the physiological doses of hydrocortisone instead of pharmological doses? PattyLynda <coss@...> wrote: Steroids can save lives, but they can play havoc with your immune system. I personally would avoid them unless life threatening illness was present. 6 days on Prednisone gave my brother diabetes.LyndaAt 04:24 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:>I looked up Cortef after reading Patty's email >to

Gretchen....who is taking this? I'm not too >sure about this one...it kind of scares me.>>>>What are hydrocortisone tablets? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>HYDROCORTISONE (Cortef®, Hydrocortone®) is a >corticosteroid. It helps to reduce swelling, >redness, itching, and allergic reactions. >Hydrocortisone is similar to natural steroid >hormone produced by the adrenal gland. >Hydrocortisone treats severe allergies, skin >problems, asthma, arthritis, or many other >conditions. Generic hydrocortisone tablets are available.>>What should my health care professional know >before I take hydrocortisone? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>They need to know if you have any of these conditions:>•blood clotting disorder>•Cushing's syndrome>•diabetes>•high blood pressure>•infection, including chicken-pox, herpes, measles, or tuberculosis>•liver disease>•myasthenia gravis>•osteoporosis>•previous heart attack>•psychosis>•seizures (convulsions)>•stomach or intestinal disease>•under-active thyroid>•an unusual or allergic reaction to >hydrocortisone, corticosteroids, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives>•pregnant or trying to get pregnant>•breast-feeding>>How should I take this medicine? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>Take hydrocortisone tablets by mouth. Follow the >directions on the prescription label. Swallow >the tablets with a drink of water. Take with >milk or food to avoid stomach upset. If you are >only taking hydrocortisone once a day, take it >in the morning, which is the time your body >normally secretes cortisol. Take your doses at >regular intervals. Do not take your medicine >more often than directed. Do not stop taking >hydrocortisone except on your prescriber's advice.>>Contact your pediatrician or health care >professional regarding the use of this medicine >in children. Special care may be needed.>>What if I miss a dose? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. >If it is almost time for your next dose, consult >your prescriber or health care professional. You >may need to miss a dose or take a double dose, >depending on your condition and treatment. Do >not take double or extra doses without advice.>>What drug(s) may interact with hydrocortisone? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>•antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen)>•aspirin>•barbiturate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures

(convulsions)>•bosentan>•calcium supplements>•carbamazepine>•female hormones, including contraceptive or birth control pills>•heart medicines>•medicines for diabetes>•medicines that improve muscle strength or tone >for conditions like myasthenia gravis>•phenytoin>•rifampin>•toxoids and vaccines>•water pills>>Tell your prescriber or health care professional >about all other medicines you are taking, >including non-prescription medicines, >nutritional supplements, or herbal products. >Also tell your prescriber or health care >professional if you are a frequent user of >drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, >or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect >the way your medicine works. Check with your >health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.>>What side effects

may I notice from taking >hydrocortisone? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>Some side effects can be reduced by taking >single daily doses in the morning. Check with >your prescriber or health care professional to >determine the best schedule for your condition.>Side effects that you should report to your >prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:>•bloody or black, tarry stools>•confusion, excitement, restlessness, a false sense of well-being>•eye pain, decreased or blurred vision, or bulging eyes>•fever, sore throat, sneezing, cough, or other signs of infection>•frequent passing of urine>•hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that are not really there)>•increased

thirst>•irregular heartbeat>•menstrual problems>•mental depression, mood swings, mistaken >feelings of self-importance, mistaken feelings of being mistreated>•muscle cramps or muscle weakness>•nausea, vomiting>•pain in hips, back, ribs, arms, shoulders, or legs>•rounding out of face>•skin problems, acne>•stomach pain>•swelling of feet or lower legs>•unusual bruising or red pinpoint spots on the skin>•unusual tiredness or weakness>•weight gain or weight loss>•wounds that will not heal>>Side effects that usually do not require medical >attention (report to your prescriber or health >care professional if they continue or are bothersome):>•diarrhea or constipation>•change in taste>•headache>•increased appetite or loss of appetite>•increased sweating>•nervousness, restlessness, or difficulty

sleeping>•unusual increased growth of hair on the face or body>•upset stomach>>What should I watch for while taking >hydrocortisone? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>Visit your prescriber or health care >professional for regular checks on your >progress. If you are taking corticosteroids for >a long time, carry an identification card with >your name, the type and dose of corticosteroid, >and your prescriber's name and address. Do not >suddenly stop taking hydrocortisone. You may >need to gradually reduce the dose, so that your >body can adjust. Follow the advice of your >prescriber or health care professional.>>If you take corticosteroids for a long time, >avoid contact

with people who have an infection. >You may be at an increased risk from infection >while taking hydrocortisone. Tell your >prescriber or health care professional if you >are exposed to anyone with measles or >chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly.>>People who are taking certain dosages of >hydrocortisone may need to avoid immunization >with certain vaccines or may need to have >changes in their vaccination schedules to ensure >adequate protection from certain diseases. Make >sure to tell your prescriber or health care >professional that you are taking hydrocortisone before receiving any vaccine.>>If you are diabetic, hydrocortisone can affect >your blood sugar. Check with your prescriber or >health care professional if you need help >adjusting the dose of your diabetic medicine.>>If you take

hydrocortisone tablets every day, >you may need to watch your diet. Your body can >also lose potassium while you take this >medicine. Ask your prescriber or health care >professional about your diet, especially about your salt intake.>>If you are going to have surgery tell your >prescriber or health care professional that you >are taking hydrocortisone, or have taken it within the last 12 months.>>Alcohol can increase the risk of getting serious >side effects while you are taking hydrocortisone. Avoid alcoholic drinks.>>Elderly patients have an increased risk of side effects from hydrocortisone.>>Hydrocortisone can interfere with certain lab >tests and can cause false skin test results.>>>". .Gretchen. ." <gretchencgmail> wrote:>well i got sick from implants in 2 weeks, then

>after improper explant even sicker by 8 weeks.>after kolb my candida symptoms were gone... but >i think i had adrenal fatigue because i felt much>better when i took cortef... even though i dont >think i can take it bec. i had neg. sides from >it (retaining water thirsty and left side of >body blowing up 3x its size with headeaches) - this is why i had a sezuire.>since the sezuire where the hospital gave me >TONS of gatorade to replenish my sodium and >terrible food... then i got out and felt better>i was eating out with my mom and boyfriend every >day - fries, pizza, chocolate, ranch, cheese, etc... so i never gave it up>to treat the yeast all the way like i should >have. prob why i was craving such bad food and i >kept saying i deserve it after all i had been >through. i am so mad at myself beleive me. i >never "saw" yeast so i guess i

thought>that didnt apply to me. well... slowly (now i >look back on this past month and realize)... i >was getting all my old implant symptoms again>starting to get confused, burning back, fog, >couldnt retain anything anymore, anxiety... etc. >ALL this was gone after surgery!>Anyways.. now i have all those symptoms, >terrible fog, yeast "down there", in my brain, >on my tongue, sores in my mouth.>So I know I have a yeast and an adrenal >problem.. just sucks because its hard to treat >both at once and I prob never really killed the >yeast properly to begin with post surgery. >now i cant even go to the bathroom so i dont >know if i need colon cleanse or something.. >because how can i get the yeast out if i cant go >good. my job wants me back in a month or i >might get fired and i might lose my >apartment. honestly... i know the problem and

>im on the sporonox now and doing the diet. How >long does it take to kill yeast or did I make my >body grow it again and its going to be VERY hard >to get rid of this time? I am very scared and >very sad... but I know I saw the real me again >for a few days and I want that back without all >this memory loss agian. It is the scariest feeling in the world.>>>On 3/30/07, Tricia Trish ><<mailto:glory2glory1401 >glory2glory1401 > wrote:>I know Candida issues can be very severe...I >guess I thought it took alot longer than 5 weeks >for them to crash a body though. Some people >suffer through various stages for years and >years before they figure out what is going on, >and the fungus has a chance to mutate into the more

virulent forms.>>I certainly don't know...just want to make sure >she is treating all possible areas, not just >one. It's only an opinion, and maybe it's a >wrong one? But I think the hormonal issues are >very much a possible consideration.>>Gretchen, did you say you had signs of adrenal >insufficiency? Are you on Cortef?>>I personally feel that my issues were not >totally candida related--I can't say that I ever >really totally gave up sweeteners or >sweets. I've been using small amounts of raw >honey, maple syrup, and sucanat the whole time >through my illness, though I cut out white sugar >and most junk foods full of sugar and white >flour. But I've always celebrated birthdays with >my kids and family, joining in with the cake and >ice cream...I've definitely splurged on sweets at times.>>I agree that our diet is

really important >though. I'm just not certain that candida is >the only thing that could be causing this >cognitive dysfunction and brain fog. I don't >think it was the only thing causing mine, as I >had brain fog with my monthly cycle more than anything else.>Patty>>Lynda <<mailto:cossprivatei>cossprivatei> wrote:>Gretchen's diet was not good, so I think yeast could have done it. It>certainly could do it to me.>>Lynda>>At 01:19 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:>> >Gretchen,> >I think you should focus on your diet for sure, but I think you need> >to look a bit deeper into the adrenal fatigue issue as well. I> >think the crash you experienced may be related to adrenal issues as> >much or more than yeast, but that's

just my 2 cents. It just seems> >too odd to have that severe a reaction from yeast alone.> >Patty> >> >foxygretchy <<mailto:gretchenc%40gmail.com>gretchencgmail > wrote:> >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again that> >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms> >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do.> >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how> >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.> >> >--- In> ><mailto: > %40><mailto: %40> > ,>> >Kenda Skaggs

<lovesgoldens@...>> >wrote:> > >> > > Gretchen,> > >> > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You are> > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply> >them. Dr.> > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let go of the> > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting your> > > fear stand in between you and healing.> > >> > > Kenda> > >> > >> > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > > im suffering from it so bad> > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...> > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...> > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by

cleaning the old pix off my> > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u> > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look> > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen.. but> > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago> > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see all> > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen but doesnt> > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the fog. i need> > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im going thru pix> > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being that> > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so lost in the> > > > world now.> >

> > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not alone and> > > > this will end and i can LIVE.> > > >> > >> >> >> >> >Don't pick lemons.> >See all the> >< > http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->new >> >2007 cars at> >< > http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->! >> >Autos.>

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March 30, 2007

Gretchen,

Sea salt 1/4 teaspoon in water several times a day has been known to

get rid of heachaches from Cortef. But...I am really starting to

think like I suggested earlier ...you need a full enodcrine work up.

Sea salt...should not come from the supermarket unless it is marked

all natural no additives. Sea Salt should not be pure white.

The processed salt we typically use is not good for your adrenals.

I started using sea salt and I can tell a difference in my body and

how my body is responding.

But please get a full work up because it is hard to tell you whether

its' one thing, two things or many things.

> > >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again

that

> > >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the

symptoms

> > >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do.

> > >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn

know how

> > >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.

> > >

> > >--- In

> > ><mailto: %

40> < %

40>,

> >

> > >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@>

> > >wrote:

> > > >

> > > > Gretchen,

> > > >

> > > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop

panicking. You

> > are

> > > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to

apply

> > >them. Dr.

> > > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to

let go of

> > the

> > > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are

letting

> > your

> > > > fear stand in between you and healing.

> > > >

> > > > Kenda

> > > >

> > > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog

> > > > > im suffering from it so bad

> > > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like,

etc...

> > > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too

much...

> > > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old

pix off

> > my

> > > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain

fog.. do u

> > > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it

doesnt look

> > > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see

gretchen..

> > but

> > > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple

weeks ago

> > > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i

see all

> > > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen

but doesnt

> > > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the

fog. i need

> > > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im

going thru

> > pix

> > > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember

being that

> > > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so

lost in the

> > > > > world now.

> > > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not

alone and

> > > > > this will end and i can LIVE.

> > > > >

> > > >

> > >

> > >Don't pick lemons.

> > >See all the

> > ><

> >

http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA

3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->new

> >

> > >2007 cars at

> > ><

> >

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> >

> > >Autos.

> > >

> >

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>

March 30, 2007

Yes, me too. I think caution is the byword here.

Lynda

At 05:07 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:

>Yikes! Prednisone is so scary! I wonder about

>the physiological doses of hydrocortisone instead of pharmological doses?

>Patty

>

>Lynda <coss@...> wrote:

>Steroids can save lives, but they can play havoc

>with your immune system. I personally would

>avoid them unless life threatening illness was

>present. 6 days on Prednisone gave my brother diabetes.

>

>Lynda

>

>At 04:24 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:

>

> >I looked up Cortef after reading Patty's email

> >to Gretchen....who is taking this? I'm not too

> >sure about this one...it kind of scares me.

> >

> >What are hydrocortisone tablets?

> ><<http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,

>

327%7CCortef,00.html#top>http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCort\

ef,00.html#top>(Back

>

> >to top)

> >HYDROCORTISONE (Cortef®, Hydrocortone®) is a

> >corticosteroid. It helps to reduce swelling,

> >redness, itching, and allergic reactions.

> >Hydrocortisone is similar to natural steroid

> >hormone produced by the adrenal gland.

> >Hydrocortisone treats severe allergies, skin

> >problems, asthma, arthritis, or many other

> >conditions. Generic hydrocortisone tablets are available.

> >

> >What should my health care professional know

> >before I take hydrocortisone?

> ><<http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,

>

327%7CCortef,00.html#top>http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCort\

ef,00.html#top>(Back

>

> >to top)

> >They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

> >•blood clotting disorder

> >•Cushing's syndrome

> >•diabetes

> >•high blood pressure

> >•infection, including chicken-pox, herpes, measles, or tuberculosis

> >•liver disease

> >•myasthenia gravis

> >•osteoporosis

> >•previous heart attack

> >•psychosis

> >•seizures (convulsions)

> >•stomach or intestinal disease

> >•under-active thyroid

> >•an unusual or allergic reaction to

> >hydrocortisone, corticosteroids, other

> medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives

> >•pregnant or trying to get pregnant

> >•breast-feeding

> >

> >How should I take this medicine?

> ><<http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,

>

327%7CCortef,00.html#top>http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCort\

ef,00.html#top>(Back

>

> >to top)

> >Take hydrocortisone tablets by mouth. Follow the

> >directions on the prescription label. Swallow

> >the tablets with a drink of water. Take with

> >milk or food to avoid stomach upset. If you are

> >only taking hydrocortisone once a day, take it

> >in the morning, which is the time your body

> >normally secretes cortisol. Take your doses at

> >regular intervals. Do not take your medicine

> >more often than directed. Do not stop taking

> >hydrocortisone except on your prescriber's advice.

> >

> >Contact your pediatrician or health care

> >professional regarding the use of this medicine

> >in children. Special care may be needed.

> >

> >What if I miss a dose?

> ><<http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,

>

327%7CCortef,00.html#top>http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCort\

ef,00.html#top>(Back

>

> >to top)

> >If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can.

>(convulsions)

> >•bosentan

> >•calcium supplements

> >•carbamazepine

> >•female hormones, including contraceptive or birth control pills

> >•heart medicines

> >•medicines for diabetes

> >•medicines that improve muscle strength or tone

> >for conditions like myasthenia gravis

> >•phenytoin

> >•rifampin

> >•toxoids and vaccines

> >•water pills

> >

> >Tell your prescriber or health care professional

> >about all other medicines you are taking,

> >including non-prescription medicines,

> >nutritional supplements, or herbal products.

> >Also tell your prescriber or health care

> >professional if you are a frequent user of

> >drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke,

> >or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect

> >the way your medicine works. Check with your

> >health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

> >

> >What side effects may I notice from taking

> >hydrocortisone?

> ><<http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,

>

327%7CCortef,00.html#top>http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCort\

ef,00.html#top>(Back

>

> >to top)

> >Some side effects can be reduced by taking

> >single daily doses in the morning. Check with

> >your prescriber or health care professional to

> >determine the best schedule for your condition.

> >Side effects that you should report to your

> >prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:

> >•bloody or black, tarry stools

> >•confusion, excitement, restlessness, a false sense of well-being

> >•eye pain, decreased or blurred vision, or bulging eyes

> >•fever, sore throat, sneezing, cough, or other signs of infection

> >•frequent passing of urine

> >•hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that are not really there)

> >•increased thirst

> >•irregular heartbeat

> >•menstrual problems

> >•mental depression, mood swings, mistaken

> >feelings of self-importance, mistaken feelings of being mistreated

> >•muscle cramps or muscle weakness

> >•nausea, vomiting

> >•pain in hips, back, ribs, arms, shoulders, or legs

> >•rounding out of face

> >•skin problems, acne

> >•stomach pain

> >•swelling of feet or lower legs

> >•unusual bruising or red pinpoint spots on the skin

> >•unusual tiredness or weakness

> >•weight gain or weight loss

> >•wounds that will not heal

> >

> >Side effects that usually do not require medical

> >attention (report to your prescriber or health

> >care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

> >•diarrhea or constipation

> >•change in taste

> >•headache

> >•increased appetite or loss of appetite

> >•increased sweating

> >•nervousness, restlessness, or difficulty sleeping

> >•unusual increased growth of hair on the face or body

> >•upset stomach

> >

> >What should I watch for while taking

> >hydrocortisone?

> ><<http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,

>

327%7CCortef,00.html#top>http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCort\

ef,00.html#top>(Back

>

> >to top)

> >Visit your prescriber or health care

> >professional for regular checks on your

> >progress. If you are taking corticosteroids for

> >a long time, carry an identification card with

> >your name, the type and dose of corticosteroid,

> >and your prescriber's name and address. Do not

> >suddenly stop taking hydrocortisone. You may

> >need to gradually reduce the dose, so that your

> >body can adjust. Follow the advice of your

> >prescriber or health care professional.

> >

> >If you take corticosteroids for a long time,

> >avoid contact with people who have an infection.

> >You may be at an increased risk from infection

> >while taking hydrocortisone. Tell your

> >prescriber or health care professional if you

> >are exposed to anyone with measles or

> >chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly.

> >

> >People who are taking certain dosages of

> >hydrocortisone may need to avoid immunization

> >with certain vaccines or may need to have

> >changes in their vaccination schedules to ensure

> >adequate protection from certain diseases. Make

> >sure to tell your prescriber or health care

> >professional that you are taking

> hydrocortisone before receiving any vaccine.

> >

> >If you are diabetic, hydrocortisone can affect

> >your blood sugar. Check with your prescriber or

> >health care professional if you need help

> >adjusting the dose of your diabetic medicine.

> >

> >If you take hydrocortisone tablets every day,

> >you may need to watch your diet. Your body can

> >also lose potassium while you take this

> >medicine. Ask your prescriber or health care

> >professional about your diet, especially about your salt intake.

> >

> >If you are going to have surgery tell your

> >prescriber or health care professional that you

> >are taking hydrocortisone, or have taken it within the last 12 months.

> >

> >Alcohol can increase the risk of getting serious

> >side effects while you are taking hydrocortisone. Avoid alcoholic drinks.

> >

> >Elderly patients have an increased risk of side effects from hydrocortisone.

> >

> >Hydrocortisone can interfere with certain lab

> >tests and can cause false skin test results.

> >

> > " . .Gretchen. . " <<mailto:gretchenc%40gmail.com>gretchenc@...> wrote:

> >well i got sick from implants in 2 weeks, then

> >after improper explant even sicker by 8 weeks.

> >after kolb my candida symptoms were gone... but

> >i think i had adrenal fatigue because i felt much

> >better when i took cortef... even though i dont

> >think i can take it bec. i had neg. sides from

> >it (retaining water thirsty and left side of

> >body blowing up 3x its size with headeaches) - this is why i had a sezuire.

> >since the sezuire where the hospital gave me

> >TONS of gatorade to replenish my sodium and

> >terrible food... then i got out and felt better

> >i was eating out with my mom and boyfriend every

> >day - fries, pizza, chocolate, ranch, cheese, etc... so i never gave it up

> >to treat the yeast all the way like i should

> >have. prob why i was craving such bad food and i

> >kept saying i deserve it after all i had been

> >through. i am so mad at myself beleive me. i

> >never " saw " yeast so i guess i thought

> >that didnt apply to me. well... slowly (now i

> >look back on this past month and realize)... i

> >was getting all my old implant symptoms again

> >starting to get confused, burning back, fog,

> >couldnt retain anything anymore, anxiety... etc.

> >ALL this was gone after surgery!

> >Anyways.. now i have all those symptoms,

> >terrible fog, yeast " down there " , in my brain,

> >on my tongue, sores in my mouth.

> >So I know I have a yeast and an adrenal

> >problem.. just sucks because its hard to treat

> >both at once and I prob never really killed the

> >yeast properly to begin with post surgery.

> >now i cant even go to the bathroom so i dont

> >know if i need colon cleanse or something..

> >because how can i get the yeast out if i cant go

> >good. my job wants me back in a month or i

> >might get fired and i might lose my

> >apartment. honestly... i know the problem and

> >im on the sporonox now and doing the diet. How

> >long does it take to kill yeast or did I make my

> >body grow it again and its going to be VERY hard

> >to get rid of this time? I am very scared and

> >very sad... but I know I saw the real me again

> >for a few days and I want that back without all

> >this memory loss agian. It is the scariest feeling in the world.

> >

> >On 3/30/07, Tricia Trish

> ><<mailto:glory2glory1401@...><mailto:glor

> y2glory1401%40>glory2glory1401@...> wrote:

> >I know Candida issues can be very severe...I

> >guess I thought it took alot longer than 5 weeks

> >for them to crash a body though. Some people

> >suffer through various stages for years and

> >years before they figure out what is going on,

> >and the fungus has a chance to mutate into the more virulent forms.

> >

> >I certainly don't know...just want to make sure

> >she is treating all possible areas, not just

> >one. It's only an opinion, and maybe it's a

> >wrong one? But I think the hormonal issues are

> >very much a possible consideration.

> >

> >Gretchen, did you say you had signs of adrenal

> >insufficiency? Are you on Cortef?

> >

> >I personally feel that my issues were not

> >totally candida related--I can't say that I ever

> >really totally gave up sweeteners or

> >sweets. I've been using small amounts of raw

> >honey, maple syrup, and sucanat the whole time

> >through my illness, though I cut out white sugar

> >and most junk foods full of sugar and white

> >flour. But I've always celebrated birthdays with

> >my kids and family, joining in with the cake and

> >ice cream...I've definitely splurged on sweets at times.

> >

> >I agree that our diet is really important

> >though. I'm just not certain that candida is

> >the only thing that could be causing this

> >cognitive dysfunction and brain fog. I don't

> >think it was the only thing causing mine, as I

> >had brain fog with my monthly cycle more than anything else.

> >Patty

> >

> >Lynda

> <<mailto:coss@...><mailto:coss%40privatei.com>coss@...>

> wrote:

> >Gretchen's diet was not good, so I think yeast could have done it. It

> >certainly could do it to me.

> >

> >Lynda

> >

> >At 01:19 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:

> >

> > >Gretchen,

> > >I think you should focus on your diet for sure, but I think you need

> > >to look a bit deeper into the adrenal fatigue issue as well. I

> > >think the crash you experienced may be related to adrenal issues as

> > >much or more than yeast, but that's just my 2 cents. It just seems

> > >too odd to have that severe a reaction from yeast alone.

> > >Patty

> > >

> > >foxygretchy

>

<<mailto:gretchenc%40gmail.com><mailto:gretchenc%40gmail.com>gretchenc@...

> > wrote:

> > >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again that

> > >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms

> > >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do.

> > >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how

> > >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.

> > >

> > >--- In

> > ><mailto:

> > %40><mailto: %40>

> > <mailto: %40> ,

> >

> > >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@...>

> > >wrote:

> > > >

> > > > Gretchen,

> > > >

> > > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You are

> > > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply

> > >them. Dr.

> > > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let go of the

> > > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting your

> > > > fear stand in between you and healing.

> > > >

> > > > Kenda

> > > >

> > > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog

> > > > > im suffering from it so bad

> > > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...

> > > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...

> > > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old pix off my

> > > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u

> > > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look

> > > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen.. but

> > > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago

> > > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see all

> > > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen but doesnt

> > > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the fog. i need

> > > > > that feeling back.. its hard right

> now... feels like im going thru pix

> > > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being that

> > > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so lost in the

> > > > > world now.

> > > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not alone and

> > > > > this will end and i can LIVE.

> > > > >

> > > >

> > >

> > >Don't pick lemons.

> > >See all the

> > ><

> >

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,

I think the problem or should I say the answer....we are trying to

get to....is what do you do when your body doesn't have the levels

it needs to begin with. Your body can't function properly and a

person cannot live without cortisol.

I have less than 50% of what is needed to function properly.

Further scrutiny is needed...but for now...I am on Cortef.

Without it my adrenal glands can not " rest " and hopefully heal.

> >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again

that

> >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms

> >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do.

> >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know

how

> >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.

> >

> >--- In

> ><mailto: %40>

,

> >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@>

> >wrote:

> > >

> > > Gretchen,

> > >

> > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop

panicking. You are

> > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply

> >them. Dr.

> > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let

go of the

> > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are

letting your

> > > fear stand in between you and healing.

> > >

> > > Kenda

> > >

> > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog

> > > > im suffering from it so bad

> > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...

> > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too

much...

> > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old

pix off my

> > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain

fog.. do u

> > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it

doesnt look

> > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see

gretchen.. but

> > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks

ago

> > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i

see all

> > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen

but doesnt

> > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the

fog. i need

> > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im

going thru pix

> > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being

that

> > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so

lost in the

> > > > world now.

> > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not

alone and

> > > > this will end and i can LIVE.

> > > >

> > >

> >

> >Don't pick lemons.

> >See all the

> ><

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Gretchen,

Look at it as a lesson, you took your health for granted at one point but

you now know how precious it is. Perhaps this is why you came so sick, so

you will learn to care for body and value your health.

Kenda

> ya my adrenals are messed up... when the yeast was gone and i took

> hc i felt better... but i was eating bad the whole time. i feel like my life

> is over again.. yeast really makes my brain not work i have no memory

> again and it was back.

> i cant beleive i was so close to getting better and i messed it up.

> its so scary to be in this state of mind again.

>

> On 3/30/07, Lynda <coss@...> wrote:

>>

>> Gretchen's diet was not good, so I think yeast could have done it. It

>> certainly could do it to me.

>>

>> Lynda

>>

>> At 01:19 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:

>>

>>> Gretchen,

>>> I think you should focus on your diet for sure, but I think you need

>>> to look a bit deeper into the adrenal fatigue issue as well. I

>>> think the crash you experienced may be related to adrenal issues as

>>> much or more than yeast, but that's just my 2 cents. It just seems

>>> too odd to have that severe a reaction from yeast alone.

>>> Patty

>>>

>>> foxygretchy <gretchenc@... <gretchenc%40gmail.com>> wrote:

>>> has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again that

>>> they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms

>>> krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do.

>>> i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how

>>> long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.

>>>

>>>>

>>>> Gretchen,

>>>>

>>>> You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You

>> are

>>>> going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply

>>> them. Dr.

>>>> Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let go of

>> the

>>>> panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting

>> your

>>>> fear stand in between you and healing.

>>>>

>>>> Kenda

>>>>

>>>>> can i get a count of all people who had brain fog

>>>>> im suffering from it so bad

>>>>> i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...

>>>>> but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...

>>>>> and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old pix off

>> my

>>>>> desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u

>>>>> remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look

>>>>> like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen..

>> but

>>>>> i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago

>>>>> before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see all

>>>>> these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen but doesnt

>>>>> feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the fog. i need

>>>>> that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im going thru

>> pix

>>>>> of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being that

>>>>> happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so lost in the

>>>>> world now.

>>>>> thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not alone and

>>>>> this will end and i can LIVE.

>>>>>

>>>>

>>>

>>> Don't pick lemons.

>>> See all the

>>> <

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March 30, 2007

I totally understand . This is why I'm questioning everything...my hormones are so out of whack that I need to figure something out. Yes I do agree that future scrutiny is needed but I am very glad you are functioning better. I am just an advocate of "all natural" and believe that there is a natural cure out there for everything so this is the way I am attempting to go. Please don't think I am attacking you...I am just looking for what works for me and after a lot of stuff I have read and the idiot doctors I have been to, at this point "natural" is the most important word to me and the route I plan to take, but it may not be everyone's choice and we all need to do what we think is best for us. sedwards41255 <sedwards41255@...> wrote: ,I think the problem or should I say the answer....we are trying to get to....is what do you do when your body doesn't have the levels it needs to begin with. Your body can't function properly and a person cannot live without cortisol. I have less than 50% of what is needed to function properly. Further scrutiny is needed...but for now...I am on Cortef. Without it my adrenal glands can not "rest" and hopefully heal. > >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again that> >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the

symptoms> >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do. > >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how> >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.> >> >--- In > ><mailto: %40> , > >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@>> >wrote:> > >> > > Gretchen,> > >> > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You are > > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply> >them. Dr.> > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let go of the> > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting your > > >

fear stand in between you and healing.> > >> > > Kenda> > >> > >> > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > > im suffering from it so bad > > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...> > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...> > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old pix off my > > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u> > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look> > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen.. but > > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago> > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see

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,

Oh honey I would never think you were attacking me. I totally agree

with the natural methods. If I am posting too strongly about

Cortef...it is only because of the way I felt physically while under

the care of a doctor and having found out about my adrenal stage

because I did a saliva test myself. That and the fact that I was

slowly dieing. Once you get to stage 7, collapse by death is a

possibility. It scared me.

Know what my doctor said when I showed her the test? Her words, " It

is what I expected " .

And I wanted to say " Then why in the hell didn't you tell me to do

this sooner! " But I couldn't say that to her...as I need her for

prescriptions right now.

I am also the one that pretty much demanded Armour. And I had a

goiter over a year ago but she wasn't treating it. I could go on ad

on.

Part of me right now feels the Cortef and the Armour has given me

hope and is potentially saving my life.

That is where I am coming from. When I found out a few days ago

about this, I was stunned.

You take care,

....and

> > >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again

> that

> > >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the

symptoms

> > >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i

do.

> > >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn

know

> how

> > >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.

> > >

> > >--- In

> > ><mailto: %40>

> ,

> > >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@>

> > >wrote:

> > > >

> > > > Gretchen,

> > > >

> > > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop

> panicking. You are

> > > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to

apply

> > >them. Dr.

> > > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to

let

> go of the

> > > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are

> letting your

> > > > fear stand in between you and healing.

> > > >

> > > > Kenda

> > > >

> > > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog

> > > > > im suffering from it so bad

> > > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like,

etc...

> > > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too

> much...

> > > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old

> pix off my

> > > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain

> fog.. do u

> > > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it

> doesnt look

> > > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see

> gretchen.. but

> > > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple

weeks

> ago

> > > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i

> see all

> > > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen

> but doesnt

> > > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the

> fog. i need

> > > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im

> going thru pix

> > > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember

being

> that

> > > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so

> lost in the

> > > > > world now.

> > > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not

> alone and

> > > > > this will end and i can LIVE.

> > > > >

> > > >

> > >

> > >Don't pick lemons.

> > >See all the

> > ><

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Thanks for writing, I appreciate it! I am trying so hard to take all of this stuff in and boy is it overwhelming!!!!! I just don't know where to start, but something is telling me that the first place to start is with my hormones....I can just tell they are way out of balance. What kind of test am I supposed to ask for? I have never had this done...can a natural doctor do it or does it have to be a traditional doctor. I have just had so much bad luck with the latter that I had given up! Can I order this test somewhere??? Thanks !sedwards41255 <sedwards41255@...> wrote: ,Oh honey I would never think you were attacking me. I totally agree with the natural methods. If I am posting too strongly about Cortef...it is only because of the way I felt physically while under the care of a doctor and having found out about my adrenal stage because I did a saliva test myself. That and the fact that I was slowly dieing. Once you get to stage 7, collapse by death is a possibility. It scared me. Know what my doctor said when I showed her the test? Her words, "It is what I expected". And I wanted to say "Then why in the hell didn't you tell me to do this sooner!" But I couldn't say that to her...as I need her for prescriptions right now. I am also the one that pretty much demanded Armour. And I had a goiter over a year ago but she wasn't treating it. I could go on ad on. Part

of me right now feels the Cortef and the Armour has given me hope and is potentially saving my life.That is where I am coming from. When I found out a few days ago about this, I was stunned. You take care, ...and > > >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again > that> > >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms> > >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do. > > >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know > how> > >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.> > >> > >--- In > > ><mailto: %40> > , > > >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@>> >

>wrote:> > > >> > > > Gretchen,> > > >> > > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop > panicking. You are > > > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply> > >them. Dr.> > > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let > go of the> > > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are > letting your > > > > fear stand in between you and healing.> > > >> > > > Kenda> > > >> > > >> > > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > > > im suffering from it so bad > > > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...> > > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay

attention too > much...> > > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old > pix off my > > > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain > fog.. do u> > > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it > doesnt look> > > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see > gretchen.. but > > > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks > ago> > > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i > see all> > > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen > but doesnt > > > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the > fog. i need> > > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im > going thru

pix> > > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being > that > > > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so > lost in the> > > > > world now.> > > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not > alone and> > > > > this will end and i can LIVE. > > > > >> > > >> > >> > >> > >> > >Don't pick lemons.> > >See all the > > >< > http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA> 3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->new > > >2007 cars at > > >< > http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA> 3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw--> > > >Autos.> > >> > > > > > > > > > > > > > ---------------------------------> > Sucker-punch spam with award-winning protection.> > Try the free Beta. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > -- > > gretchen > > > > > > > > > > ---------------------------------> > Looking for earth-friendly autos? > > Browse Top Cars by "Green Rating" at Autos' Green Center.>

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I am quite foggy and too often ! ! DedeSee what's free at AOL.com.

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,

You can get the saliva test that test for cortisol, thryoid and some

of the sex hormones as well as DHEA at www.canaryclub.org. Join and

follow the instructions. Once you are a member, sign back in and

click on DiagnosTechs Labs. You can order the test from them.

Another website is http://www.doctorsdata.com/home.asp. This is

where I had my heavy metals hair test analysis. I notice they now

have a new 24 hour urine IODINE loading test.

Others here may know of other sites. These are the only two I have

used so far.

Great Smokies Lab in North Carolina does very good hormonal testing

but you need a doctor for this one.

> > > >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss

again

> > that

> > > >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the

> symptoms

> > > >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i

> do.

> > > >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn

> know

> > how

> > > >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.

> > > >

> > > >--- In

> > > ><mailto: %40>

> > ,

> > > >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@>

> > > >wrote:

> > > > >

> > > > > Gretchen,

> > > > >

> > > > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop

> > panicking. You are

> > > > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to

> apply

> > > >them. Dr.

> > > > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to

> let

> > go of the

> > > > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are

> > letting your

> > > > > fear stand in between you and healing.

> > > > >

> > > > > Kenda

> > > > >

> > > > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog

> > > > > > im suffering from it so bad

> > > > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like,

> etc...

> > > > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too

> > much...

> > > > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the

old

> > pix off my

> > > > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had

brain

> > fog.. do u

> > > > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it

> > doesnt look

> > > > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see

> > gretchen.. but

> > > > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple

> weeks

> > ago

> > > > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now.

i

> > see all

> > > > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its

gretchen

> > but doesnt

> > > > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the

> > fog. i need

> > > > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im

> > going thru pix

> > > > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember

> being

> > that

> > > > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so

> > lost in the

> > > > > > world now.

> > > > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not

> > alone and

> > > > > > this will end and i can LIVE.

> > > > > >

> > > > >

> > > >

> > > >Don't pick lemons.

> > > >See all the

> > > ><

> >

>

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> > > >2007 cars at

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without supporting the adrenals, you will have problems increasing your thyroid meds to sufficient levels, as the meds can't get into the cells. Both are connected and equally important.

warmly,

julie

Re: Re: brain fog

Hi ,

One of the things that I have said over and over is that the corticosteroids are such toxic drugs. Dr. Weil's take on these drugs are pretty much what I've based my own belief on, and I have always preferred to travel the "safe" road (meaning all natural therapies) rather than rely on drugs.

So, it scares me too. That is why I'm cautious about it. Yet interested in the support of the adrenal glands, knowing that the thyroid gland is somehow connected and that the thyroid cannot be left untreated. Makes me wonder if supporting the adrenals (in much the same way we support the thyroid) would indeed be a valid therapy...but only if we can do it naturally and safely without serious side effects!

Patty <waltjenking > wrote:

I looked up Cortef after reading Patty's email to Gretchen....who is taking this? I'm not too sure about this one...it kind of scares me.

What are hydrocortisone tablets? (Back to top) HYDROCORTISONE (Cortef®, Hydrocortone®) is a corticosteroid. It helps to reduce swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions. Hydrocortisone is similar to natural steroid hormone produced by the adrenal gland. Hydrocortisone treats severe allergies, skin problems, asthma, arthritis, or many other conditions. Generic hydrocortisone tablets are available.What should my health care professional know before I take hydrocortisone? (Back to top) They need to know if you have any of these conditions:•blood clotting disorder•Cushing's syndrome•diabetes•high blood pressure•infection, including chicken-pox, herpes, measles, or tuberculosis•liver disease•myasthenia gravis•osteoporosis•previous heart attack•psychosis•seizures (convulsions)•stomach or intestinal disease•under-active thyroid•an unusual or allergic reaction to hydrocortisone, corticosteroids, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives•pregnant or trying to get pregnant•breast-feedingHow should I take this medicine? (Back to top) Take hydrocortisone tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow the tablets with a drink of water. Take with milk or food to avoid stomach upset. If you are only taking hydrocortisone once a day, take it in the morning, which is the time your body normally secretes cortisol. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking hydrocortisone except on your prescriber's advice.Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, consult your prescriber or health care professional. You may need to miss a dose or take a double dose, depending on your condition and treatment. Do not take double or extra doses without advice.What drug(s) may interact with hydrocortisone? (Back to top) •antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen)•aspirin•barbiturate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures (convulsions)•bosentan•calcium supplements•carbamazepine•female hormones, including contraceptive or birth control pills•heart medicines•medicines for diabetes•medicines that improve muscle strength or tone for conditions like myasthenia gravis•phenytoin•rifampin•toxoids and vaccines•water pillsTell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.What side effects may I notice from taking hydrocortisone? (Back to top) Some side effects can be reduced by taking single daily doses in the morning. Check with your prescriber or health care professional to determine the best schedule for your condition.Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:•bloody or black, tarry stools•confusion, excitement, restlessness, a false sense of well-being•eye pain, decreased or blurred vision, or bulging eyes•fever, sore throat, sneezing, cough, or other signs of infection•frequent passing of urine•hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that are not really there)•increased thirst•irregular heartbeat•menstrual problems•mental depression, mood swings, mistaken feelings of self-importance, mistaken feelings of being mistreated•muscle cramps or muscle weakness•nausea, vomiting•pain in hips, back, ribs, arms, shoulders, or legs•rounding out of face•skin problems, acne•stomach pain•swelling of feet or lower legs•unusual bruising or red pinpoint spots on the skin•unusual tiredness or weakness•weight gain or weight loss•wounds that will not healSide effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):•diarrhea or constipation•change in taste•headache•increased appetite or loss of appetite•increased sweating•nervousness, restlessness, or difficulty sleeping•unusual increased growth of hair on the face or body•upset stomachWhat should I watch for while taking hydrocortisone? (Back to top) Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. If you are taking corticosteroids for a long time, carry an identification card with your name, the type and dose of corticosteroid, and your prescriber's name and address. Do not suddenly stop taking hydrocortisone. You may need to gradually reduce the dose, so that your body can adjust. Follow the advice of your prescriber or health care professional.If you take corticosteroids for a long time, avoid contact with people who have an infection. You may be at an increased risk from infection while taking hydrocortisone. Tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are exposed to anyone with measles or chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly.People who are taking certain dosages of hydrocortisone may need to avoid immunization with certain vaccines or may need to have changes in their vaccination schedules to ensure adequate protection from certain diseases. Make sure to tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking hydrocortisone before receiving any vaccine.If you are diabetic, hydrocortisone can affect your blood sugar. Check with your prescriber or health care professional if you need help adjusting the dose of your diabetic medicine.If you take hydrocortisone tablets every day, you may need to watch your diet. Your body can also lose potassium while you take this medicine. Ask your prescriber or health care professional about your diet, especially about your salt intake.If you are going to have surgery tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking hydrocortisone, or have taken it within the last 12 months.Alcohol can increase the risk of getting serious side effects while you are taking hydrocortisone. Avoid alcoholic drinks.Elderly patients have an increased risk of side effects from hydrocortisone.Hydrocortisone can interfere with certain lab tests and can cause false skin test results.

". .Gretchen. ." <gretchencgmail> wrote:

well i got sick from implants in 2 weeks, then after improper explant even sicker by 8 weeks.

after kolb my candida symptoms were gone... but i think i had adrenal fatigue because i felt much

better when i took cortef... even though i dont think i can take it bec. i had neg. sides from it (retaining water thirsty and left side of body blowing up 3x its size with headeaches) - this is why i had a sezuire.

since the sezuire where the hospital gave me TONS of gatorade to replenish my sodium and terrible food... then i got out and felt better

i was eating out with my mom and boyfriend every day - fries, pizza, chocolate, ranch, cheese, etc... so i never gave it up

to treat the yeast all the way like i should have. prob why i was craving such bad food and i kept saying i deserve it after all i had been through. i am so mad at myself beleive me. i never "saw" yeast so i guess i thought

that didnt apply to me. well... slowly (now i look back on this past month and realize)... i was getting all my old implant symptoms again

starting to get confused, burning back, fog, couldnt retain anything anymore, anxiety... etc. ALL this was gone after surgery!

Anyways.. now i have all those symptoms, terrible fog, yeast "down there", in my brain, on my tongue, sores in my mouth.

So I know I have a yeast and an adrenal problem.. just sucks because its hard to treat both at once and I prob never really killed the yeast properly to begin with post surgery. now i cant even go to the bathroom so i dont know if i need colon cleanse or something.. because how can i get the yeast out if i cant go good. my job wants me back in a month or i might get fired and i might lose my apartment. honestly... i know the problem and im on the sporonox now and doing the diet. How long does it take to kill yeast or did I make my body grow it again and its going to be VERY hard to get rid of this time? I am very scared and very sad... but I know I saw the real me again for a few days and I want that back without all this memory loss agian. It is the scariest feeling in the world.

On 3/30/07, Tricia Trish <glory2glory1401 > wrote:

I know Candida issues can be very severe...I guess I thought it took alot longer than 5 weeks for them to crash a body though. Some people suffer through various stages for years and years before they figure out what is going on, and the fungus has a chance to mutate into the more virulent forms.

I certainly don't know...just want to make sure she is treating all possible areas, not just one. It's only an opinion, and maybe it's a wrong one? But I think the hormonal issues are very much a possible consideration.

Gretchen, did you say you had signs of adrenal insufficiency? Are you on Cortef?

I personally feel that my issues were not totally candida related--I can't say that I ever really totally gave up sweeteners or sweets. I've been using small amounts of raw honey, maple syrup, and sucanat the whole time through my illness, though I cut out white sugar and most junk foods full of sugar and white flour. But I've always celebrated birthdays with my kids and family, joining in with the cake and ice cream...I've definitely splurged on sweets at times.

I agree that our diet is really important though. I'm just not certain that candida is the only thing that could be causing this cognitive dysfunction and brain fog. I don't think it was the only thing causing mine, as I had brain fog with my monthly cycle more than anything else.

Patty

Lynda <cossprivatei> wrote:

Gretchen's diet was not good, so I think yeast could have done it. It certainly could do it to me.LyndaAt 01:19 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:>Gretchen,>I think you should focus on your diet for sure, but I think you need >to look a bit deeper into the adrenal fatigue issue as well. I >think the crash you experienced may be related to adrenal issues as >much or more than yeast, but that's just my 2 cents. It just seems >too odd to have that severe a reaction from yeast alone.>Patty>>foxygretchy <gretchencgmail > wrote:>has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again that>they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms>krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do. >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how>long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.>>--- In ><mailto: %40> , >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@...>>wrote:> >> > Gretchen,> >> > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You are > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply>them. Dr.> > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let go of the> > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting your > > fear stand in between you and healing.> >> > Kenda> >> >> > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > im suffering from it so bad > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...> > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...> > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old pix off my > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u> > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look> > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen.. but > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago> > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see all> > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen but doesnt > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the fog. i need> > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im going thru pix> > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being that > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so lost in the> > > world now.> > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not alone and> > > this will end and i can LIVE. > > >> >>>>>Don't pick lemons.>See all the >< http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->new >2007 cars at >< http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->! >Autos.>

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Big difference!

Re: Re: brain fog

Yikes! Prednisone is so scary! I wonder about the physiological doses of hydrocortisone instead of pharmological doses?

PattyLynda <cossprivatei> wrote:

Steroids can save lives, but they can play havoc with your immune system. I personally would avoid them unless life threatening illness was present. 6 days on Prednisone gave my brother diabetes.LyndaAt 04:24 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:>I looked up Cortef after reading Patty's email >to Gretchen....who is taking this? I'm not too >sure about this one...it kind of scares me.>>>>What are hydrocortisone tablets? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>HYDROCORTISONE (Cortef®, Hydrocortone®) is a >corticosteroid. It helps to reduce swelling, >redness, itching, and allergic reactions. >Hydrocortisone is similar to natural steroid >hormone produced by the adrenal gland. >Hydrocortisone treats severe allergies, skin >problems, asthma, arthritis, or many other >conditions. Generic hydrocortisone tablets are available.>>What should my health care professional know >before I take hydrocortisone? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>They need to know if you have any of these conditions:>•blood clotting disorder>•Cushing's syndrome>•diabetes>•high blood pressure>•infection, including chicken-pox, herpes, measles, or tuberculosis>•liver disease>•myasthenia gravis>•osteoporosis>•previous heart attack>•psychosis>•seizures (convulsions)>•stomach or intestinal disease>•under-active thyroid>•an unusual or allergic reaction to >hydrocortisone, corticosteroids, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives>•pregnant or trying to get pregnant>•breast-feeding>>How should I take this medicine? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>Take hydrocortisone tablets by mouth. Follow the >directions on the prescription label. Swallow >the tablets with a drink of water. Take with >milk or food to avoid stomach upset. If you are >only taking hydrocortisone once a day, take it >in the morning, which is the time your body >normally secretes cortisol. Take your doses at >regular intervals. Do not take your medicine >more often than directed. Do not stop taking >hydrocortisone except on your prescriber's advice.>>Contact your pediatrician or health care >professional regarding the use of this medicine >in children. Special care may be needed.>>What if I miss a dose? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. >If it is almost time for your next dose, consult >your prescriber or health care professional. You >may need to miss a dose or take a double dose, >depending on your condition and treatment. Do >not take double or extra doses without advice.>>What drug(s) may interact with hydrocortisone? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>•antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen)>•aspirin>•barbiturate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures (convulsions)>•bosentan>•calcium supplements>•carbamazepine>•female hormones, including contraceptive or birth control pills>•heart medicines>•medicines for diabetes>•medicines that improve muscle strength or tone >for conditions like myasthenia gravis>•phenytoin>•rifampin>•toxoids and vaccines>•water pills>>Tell your prescriber or health care professional >about all other medicines you are taking, >including non-prescription medicines, >nutritional supplements, or herbal products. >Also tell your prescriber or health care >professional if you are a frequent user of >drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, >or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect >the way your medicine works. Check with your >health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.>>What side effects may I notice from taking >hydrocortisone? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>Some side effects can be reduced by taking >single daily doses in the morning. Check with >your prescriber or health care professional to >determine the best schedule for your condition.>Side effects that you should report to your >prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:>•bloody or black, tarry stools>•confusion, excitement, restlessness, a false sense of well-being>•eye pain, decreased or blurred vision, or bulging eyes>•fever, sore throat, sneezing, cough, or other signs of infection>•frequent passing of urine>•hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that are not really there)>•increased thirst>•irregular heartbeat>•menstrual problems>•mental depression, mood swings, mistaken >feelings of self-importance, mistaken feelings of being mistreated>•muscle cramps or muscle weakness>•nausea, vomiting>•pain in hips, back, ribs, arms, shoulders, or legs>•rounding out of face>•skin problems, acne>•stomach pain>•swelling of feet or lower legs>•unusual bruising or red pinpoint spots on the skin>•unusual tiredness or weakness>•weight gain or weight loss>•wounds that will not heal>>Side effects that usually do not require medical >attention (report to your prescriber or health >care professional if they continue or are bothersome):>•diarrhea or constipation>•change in taste>•headache>•increased appetite or loss of appetite>•increased sweating>•nervousness, restlessness, or difficulty sleeping>•unusual increased growth of hair on the face or body>•upset stomach>>What should I watch for while taking >hydrocortisone? ><http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,327%7CCortef,00.html#top>(Back >to top)>Visit your prescriber or health care >professional for regular checks on your >progress. If you are taking corticosteroids for >a long time, carry an identification card with >your name, the type and dose of corticosteroid, >and your prescriber's name and address. Do not >suddenly stop taking hydrocortisone. You may >need to gradually reduce the dose, so that your >body can adjust. Follow the advice of your >prescriber or health care professional.>>If you take corticosteroids for a long time, >avoid contact with people who have an infection. >You may be at an increased risk from infection >while taking hydrocortisone. Tell your >prescriber or health care professional if you >are exposed to anyone with measles or >chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly.>>People who are taking certain dosages of >hydrocortisone may need to avoid immunization >with certain vaccines or may need to have >changes in their vaccination schedules to ensure >adequate protection from certain diseases. Make >sure to tell your prescriber or health care >professional that you are taking hydrocortisone before receiving any vaccine.>>If you are diabetic, hydrocortisone can affect >your blood sugar. Check with your prescriber or >health care professional if you need help >adjusting the dose of your diabetic medicine.>>If you take hydrocortisone tablets every day, >you may need to watch your diet. Your body can >also lose potassium while you take this >medicine. Ask your prescriber or health care >professional about your diet, especially about your salt intake.>>If you are going to have surgery tell your >prescriber or health care professional that you >are taking hydrocortisone, or have taken it within the last 12 months.>>Alcohol can increase the risk of getting serious >side effects while you are taking hydrocortisone. Avoid alcoholic drinks.>>Elderly patients have an increased risk of side effects from hydrocortisone.>>Hydrocortisone can interfere with certain lab >tests and can cause false skin test results.>>>". .Gretchen. ." <gretchencgmail> wrote:>well i got sick from implants in 2 weeks, then >after improper explant even sicker by 8 weeks.>after kolb my candida symptoms were gone... but >i think i had adrenal fatigue because i felt much>better when i took cortef... even though i dont >think i can take it bec. i had neg. sides from >it (retaining water thirsty and left side of >body blowing up 3x its size with headeaches) - this is why i had a sezuire.>since the sezuire where the hospital gave me >TONS of gatorade to replenish my sodium and >terrible food... then i got out and felt better>i was eating out with my mom and boyfriend every >day - fries, pizza, chocolate, ranch, cheese, etc... so i never gave it up>to treat the yeast all the way like i should >have. prob why i was craving such bad food and i >kept saying i deserve it after all i had been >through. i am so mad at myself beleive me. i >never "saw" yeast so i guess i thought>that didnt apply to me. well... slowly (now i >look back on this past month and realize)... i >was getting all my old implant symptoms again>starting to get confused, burning back, fog, >couldnt retain anything anymore, anxiety... etc. >ALL this was gone after surgery!>Anyways.. now i have all those symptoms, >terrible fog, yeast "down there", in my brain, >on my tongue, sores in my mouth.>So I know I have a yeast and an adrenal >problem.. just sucks because its hard to treat >both at once and I prob never really killed the >yeast properly to begin with post surgery. >now i cant even go to the bathroom so i dont >know if i need colon cleanse or something.. >because how can i get the yeast out if i cant go >good. my job wants me back in a month or i >might get fired and i might lose my >apartment. honestly... i know the problem and >im on the sporonox now and doing the diet. How >long does it take to kill yeast or did I make my >body grow it again and its going to be VERY hard >to get rid of this time? I am very scared and >very sad... but I know I saw the real me again >for a few days and I want that back without all >this memory loss agian. It is the scariest feeling in the world.>>>On 3/30/07, Tricia Trish ><<mailto:glory2glory1401 >glory2glory1401 > wrote:>I know Candida issues can be very severe...I >guess I thought it took alot longer than 5 weeks >for them to crash a body though. Some people >suffer through various stages for years and >years before they figure out what is going on, >and the fungus has a chance to mutate into the more virulent forms.>>I certainly don't know...just want to make sure >she is treating all possible areas, not just >one. It's only an opinion, and maybe it's a >wrong one? But I think the hormonal issues are >very much a possible consideration.>>Gretchen, did you say you had signs of adrenal >insufficiency? Are you on Cortef?>>I personally feel that my issues were not >totally candida related--I can't say that I ever >really totally gave up sweeteners or >sweets. I've been using small amounts of raw >honey, maple syrup, and sucanat the whole time >through my illness, though I cut out white sugar >and most junk foods full of sugar and white >flour. But I've always celebrated birthdays with >my kids and family, joining in with the cake and >ice cream...I've definitely splurged on sweets at times.>>I agree that our diet is really important >though. I'm just not certain that candida is >the only thing that could be causing this >cognitive dysfunction and brain fog. I don't >think it was the only thing causing mine, as I >had brain fog with my monthly cycle more than anything else.>Patty>>Lynda <<mailto:cossprivatei>cossprivatei> wrote:>Gretchen's diet was not good, so I think yeast could have done it. It>certainly could do it to me.>>Lynda>>At 01:19 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:>> >Gretchen,> >I think you should focus on your diet for sure, but I think you need> >to look a bit deeper into the adrenal fatigue issue as well. I> >think the crash you experienced may be related to adrenal issues as> >much or more than yeast, but that's just my 2 cents. It just seems> >too odd to have that severe a reaction from yeast alone.> >Patty> >> >foxygretchy <<mailto:gretchenc%40gmail.com>gretchencgmail > wrote:> >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again that> >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms> >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do.> >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how> >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.> >> >--- In> ><mailto: > %40><mailto: %40> > ,>> >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@...>> >wrote:> > >> > > Gretchen,> > >> > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You are> > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply> >them. Dr.> > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let go of the> > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting your> > > fear stand in between you and healing.> > >> > > Kenda> > >> > >> > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > > im suffering from it so bad> > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...> > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...> > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old pix off my> > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u> > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look> > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen.. but> > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago> > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see all> > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen but doesnt> > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the fog. i need> > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im going thru pix> > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being that> > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so lost in the> > > > world now.> > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not alone and> > > > this will end and i can LIVE.> > > >> > >> >> >> >> >Don't pick lemons.> >See all the> >< > http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->new >> >2007 cars at> >< > http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->! >> >Autos.> >>>>>Sucker-punch spam with award-winning protection.>Try the free Beta.>>>>>-->gretchen>>>>Looking for earth-friendly autos?><http://autos./green_center/;_ylc=X3oDMTE4MGw4Z2hlBF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDZ3JlZW5jZW50ZXI->Browse >Top Cars by "Green Rating" at Autos' Green Center.>

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My sea salt is Celtic Sea Salt, very course and GRAY. lol I also take this 1/2 tsp 2X a day. It is good support for the Adrenals, just like the vitamin C.

Re: brain fog

Gretchen,Sea salt 1/4 teaspoon in water several times a day has been known to get rid of heachaches from Cortef. But...I am really starting to think like I suggested earlier ...you need a full enodcrine work up. Sea salt...should not come from the supermarket unless it is marked all natural no additives. Sea Salt should not be pure white. The processed salt we typically use is not good for your adrenals. I started using sea salt and I can tell a difference in my body and how my body is responding. But please get a full work up because it is hard to tell you whether its' one thing, two things or many things. > > >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again that> > >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms> > >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do.> > >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how> > >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.> > >> > >--- In> > ><mailto: %40> < %40>,> >> > >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@>> > >wrote:> > > >> > > > Gretchen,> > > >> > > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You> > are> > > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply> > >them. Dr.> > > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let go of> > the> > > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting> > your> > > > fear stand in between you and healing.> > > >> > > > Kenda> > > >> > > >> > > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > > > im suffering from it so bad> > > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...> > > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...> > > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old pix off> > my> > > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u> > > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look> > > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen..> > but> > > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago> > > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see all> > > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen but doesnt> > > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the fog. i need> > > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im going thru> > pix> > > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being that> > > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so lost in the> > > > > world now.> > > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not alone and> > > > > this will end and i can LIVE.> > > > >> > > >> > >> > >> > >> > >Don't pick lemons.> > >See all the> > ><> > http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->new> >> > >2007 cars at> > ><> > http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->> >> > >Autos.> > >> >> >> > ------------------------------> > Sucker-punch spam with award-winning protection.> > Try the free Beta.> >> > > >> > > > -- > gretchen>

March 31, 2007

I was the same way, one step away from s Disease. I have less than 20% of the needed Cortisol being made by my own body.

It is very important to obtain proper testing via Saliva before just taking HC, I agree. Its not something to mess around with.

warmly,

julie

Re: brain fog

,I think the problem or should I say the answer....we are trying to get to....is what do you do when your body doesn't have the levels it needs to begin with. Your body can't function properly and a person cannot live without cortisol. I have less than 50% of what is needed to function properly. Further scrutiny is needed...but for now...I am on Cortef. Without it my adrenal glands can not "rest" and hopefully heal. > >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again that> >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms> >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do. > >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how> >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.> >> >--- In > ><mailto: %40> , > >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@>> >wrote:> > >> > > Gretchen,> > >> > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You are > > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply> >them. Dr.> > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let go of the> > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting your > > > fear stand in between you and healing.> > >> > > Kenda> > >> > >> > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > > im suffering from it so bad > > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...> > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...> > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old pix off my > > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u> > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look> > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen.. but > > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago> > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see all> > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen but doesnt > > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the fog. i need> > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im going thru pix> > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being that > > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so lost in the> > > > world now.> > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not alone and> > > > this will end and i can LIVE. > > > >> > >> >> >> >> >Don't pick lemons.> >See all the > >< http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->new > >2007 cars at > >< http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->! > >Autos.> >> > > > > > > ---------------------------------> Sucker-punch spam with award-winning protection.> Try the free Beta. > > > > > > > > > > > > -- > gretchen > > > > > ---------------------------------> Looking for earth-friendly autos? > Browse Top Cars by "Green Rating" at Autos' Green Center.>

March 31, 2007

I know that HC and Armour saved my life. I am so grateful to have found people to help and support me. The Doc's just don't get it. They want to keep us sick I think, ($$$$ kickbacks?) and keep pushing the synthetics ...that do just that. Keep us a little bit sick.

warmly,

julie

Re: brain fog

,Oh honey I would never think you were attacking me. I totally agree with the natural methods. If I am posting too strongly about Cortef...it is only because of the way I felt physically while under the care of a doctor and having found out about my adrenal stage because I did a saliva test myself. That and the fact that I was slowly dieing. Once you get to stage 7, collapse by death is a possibility. It scared me. Know what my doctor said when I showed her the test? Her words, "It is what I expected". And I wanted to say "Then why in the hell didn't you tell me to do this sooner!" But I couldn't say that to her...as I need her for prescriptions right now. I am also the one that pretty much demanded Armour. And I had a goiter over a year ago but she wasn't treating it. I could go on ad on. Part of me right now feels the Cortef and the Armour has given me hope and is potentially saving my life.That is where I am coming from. When I found out a few days ago about this, I was stunned. You take care, ...and > > >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again > that> > >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms> > >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do. > > >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know > how> > >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.> > >> > >--- In > > ><mailto: %40> > , > > >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@>> > >wrote:> > > >> > > > Gretchen,> > > >> > > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop > panicking. You are > > > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply> > >them. Dr.> > > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let > go of the> > > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are > letting your > > > > fear stand in between you and healing.> > > >> > > > Kenda> > > >> > > >> > > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > > > im suffering from it so bad > > > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...> > > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too > much...> > > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old > pix off my > > > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain > fog.. do u> > > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it > doesnt look> > > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see > gretchen.. but > > > > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks > ago> > > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i > see all> > > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen > but doesnt > > > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the > fog. i need> > > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im > going thru pix> > > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being > that > > > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so > lost in the> > > > > world now.> > > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not > alone and> > > > > this will end and i can LIVE. > > > > >> > > >> > >> > >> > >> > >Don't pick lemons.> > >See all the > > >< > http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA> 3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->new > > >2007 cars at > > >< > http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA> 3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw--> > > >Autos.> > >> > > > > > > > > > > > > > ---------------------------------> > Sucker-punch spam with award-winning protection.> > Try the free Beta. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > -- > > gretchen > > > > > > > > > > ---------------------------------> > Looking for earth-friendly autos? > > Browse Top Cars by "Green Rating" at Autos' Green Center.> >> > > > > > > ---------------------------------> It's here! Your new message!> Get new email alerts with the free Toolbar.>

March 31, 2007

I'm just not certain that candida is the only thing that could be causing this cognitive dysfunction and brain fog. I don't think it was the only thing causing mine, as I had brain fog with my monthly cycle more than anything else.

I agree, IMO... Gretchens trouble may be more the Adrenal issues and thyroid. She said she was hypo before implants.

Re: Re: brain fog

I know Candida issues can be very severe...I guess I thought it took alot longer than 5 weeks for them to crash a body though. Some people suffer through various stages for years and years before they figure out what is going on, and the fungus has a chance to mutate into the more virulent forms.

I certainly don't know...just want to make sure she is treating all possible areas, not just one. It's only an opinion, and maybe it's a wrong one? But I think the hormonal issues are very much a possible consideration.

Gretchen, did you say you had signs of adrenal insufficiency? Are you on Cortef?

I personally feel that my issues were not totally candida related--I can't say that I ever really totally gave up sweeteners or sweets. I've been using small amounts of raw honey, maple syrup, and sucanat the whole time through my illness, though I cut out white sugar and most junk foods full of sugar and white flour. But I've always celebrated birthdays with my kids and family, joining in with the cake and ice cream...I've definitely splurged on sweets at times.

I agree that our diet is really important though. I'm just not certain that candida is the only thing that could be causing this cognitive dysfunction and brain fog. I don't think it was the only thing causing mine, as I had brain fog with my monthly cycle more than anything else.

Patty

Lynda <cossprivatei> wrote:

Gretchen's diet was not good, so I think yeast could have done it. It certainly could do it to me.LyndaAt 01:19 PM 3/30/2007, you wrote:>Gretchen,>I think you should focus on your diet for sure, but I think you need >to look a bit deeper into the adrenal fatigue issue as well. I >think the crash you experienced may be related to adrenal issues as >much or more than yeast, but that's just my 2 cents. It just seems >too odd to have that severe a reaction from yeast alone.>Patty>>foxygretchy <gretchencgmail> wrote:>has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again that>they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the symptoms>krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i do.>i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn know how>long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.>>--- In ><mailto: %40> , >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@...>>wrote:> >> > Gretchen,> >> > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop panicking. You are> > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to apply>them. Dr.> > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to let go of the> > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are letting your> > fear stand in between you and healing.> >> > Kenda> >> >> > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > im suffering from it so bad> > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, etc...> > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too much...> > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old pix off my> > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain fog.. do u> > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it doesnt look> > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see gretchen.. but> > > i dont feel like her right now. i think i did a couple weeks ago> > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i see all> > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen but doesnt> > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the fog. i need> > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im going thru pix> > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember being that> > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so lost in the> > > world now.> > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not alone and> > > this will end and i can LIVE.> > >> >>>>>Don't pick lemons.>See all the ><http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->new >2007 cars at ><http://autos./new_cars.html;_ylc=X3oDMTE0OGRsc3F2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3Y2Fycw-->! >Autos.>

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Mine was REALLY REALLY bad.

Re:brain fog

You can count me in,Terri p>> >>>>can i get a count of all people who had brain fog<<<<> > Super, and severe here... (I think it's something about all of us has, or > has had, so expect a lot of chime ins!)> > Hang in there!!! > > Hugs and prayers,> > Brigite > > > > ************************************** AOL now offers free email to everyone. > Find out more about what's free from AOL at http://www.aol.com.>

March 31, 2007

Dear Gretchen, Implants do not the woman make! If you were doing fitness shows before why don't you go for it again? Any company worth its' salt doesn't hire a chest! They hire a real live, fit person, someone who other women can relate to. One who displays health and fitness. I have a friend whose daughter has been representing a large fitness equipment manufacturer for the past 10 years and she is all natural....flat! She has been married and given birth to 2 babies during her career and she is still in just as great of demand today as she was pre-children. No boob job. No anorexia. No drugs. Just good clean living, healthy diet, regular workouts (her company has given her all of the equipment she needs) and she is very well off for her diligence and efforts. She is my idol! Maybe you can do the same thing and

show the world and most of all other women, that we are more than our boobs. You could reach so many women and save them from the torture we have all been through. As the others have said, you are young and have a great life ahead of you. Consider making a statement by dedicating your life to achieving your dreams and helping other women at the same time. It seems it would be a win for everyone! God bless you as you heal. Deb

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Gretchen ~

I guess God is telling you something...........The implants dont make who you are, they just make you sick. God also protects you from things that are not something you are to get an education from. So, just know that job wasnt what you thought it was suposed to be, or it wasnt the right timing for it. Believe and trust in God and in yourself, set your goals, and work towards them, you will get there, a-la-natural.........and you will have to much to teach people through the education you are currently getting......

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March 31, 2007

OH, I did forget to mention, when my mom was on chemo for her pancreatic cancer, she had a reaction. She was already not far from death, so they only gave her the chemo to try to shrink the tumor as the tumor size multiplied in size by leaps and bounds. anyway, they gave her steroids for the reaction to the chemo. She reacted to that by going into steroid psychosis. Something she went in and out of from that day til she died a month later. What a painfull wrechid death it was. Steroids are scarey....ya never know how you will react. With silicone disease and all its side dish illnesses and toxicity, you just dont know how things will go with any synthetic medication. See what's free at AOL.com.

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March 31, 2007

Chemo is scary too! I am so sorry about your mom. That's awful D.

Patty

>

> OH, I did forget to mention, when my mom was on chemo for her

pancreatic

> cancer, she had a reaction. She was already not far from death,

so they only

> gave her the chemo to try to shrink the tumor as the tumor size

multiplied in

> size by leaps and bounds. anyway, they gave her steroids for the

reaction to

> the chemo. She reacted to that by going into steroid psychosis.

Something

> she went in and out of from that day til she died a month later.

What a

> painfull wrechid death it was. Steroids are scarey....ya never

know how you will

> react. With silicone disease and all its side dish illnesses and

toxicity,

> you just dont know how things will go with any synthetic

medication.

>

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>

April 1, 2007

Thanks ...this is very helpful. sedwards41255 <sedwards41255@...> wrote: ,You can get the saliva test that test for cortisol, thryoid and some of the sex hormones as well as DHEA at www.canaryclub.org. Join and follow the instructions. Once you are a member, sign back in and click on DiagnosTechs Labs. You can order the test from them. Another website is http://www.doctorsdata.com/home.asp. This is where I had my heavy metals hair test analysis. I notice they now have a new 24 hour urine IODINE loading test. Others here may know of other sites. These are the only two I have used so far. Great Smokies Lab in North Carolina does very good hormonal testing but you need a doctor for this one. > > > >has anyone gone this far off the diet and got memory loss again > > that> > > >they had rid of for a month? i know its the yeast all the > symptoms> > > >krept up again. i just didnt know or recognize why and now i > do. > > > >i regret messing up the good dr kolb did with diet and dotn > know > > how> > > >long it takes to kill this yeast agaimnn so i can think.>

> > >> > > >--- In > > > ><mailto: %40> > > , > > > >Kenda Skaggs <lovesgoldens@>> > > >wrote:> > > > >> > > > > Gretchen,> > > > >> > > > > You really do need to focus on your healing and stop > > panicking. You are > > > > > going to get better, you have the tools. You just need to > apply> > > >them. Dr.> > > > > Kolb and many women here have told you how. Please try to > let > > go of the> > > > > panic. You are not alone and you are not crazy but you are > > letting your > > > > > fear stand in between you and healing.> >

> > >> > > > > Kenda> > > > >> > > > >> > > > > > can i get a count of all people who had brain fog> > > > > > im suffering from it so bad > > > > > > i know ppl say listen to music u like, book you like, > etc...> > > > > > but IN the fog i get scared.. i cant pay attention too > > much...> > > > > > and i am trying to keep busy right now by cleaning the old > > pix off my > > > > > > desktop. i know this may sound weird.. but if u had brain > > fog.. do u> > > > > > remember looking at pix of u b4 the fog and thinking it > > doesnt look> > > > > > like you? like if i look in the mirror right now i see > > gretchen.. but > > > > > > i dont feel like

her right now. i think i did a couple > weeks > > ago> > > > > > before diet went haywire.. but its hard to remember now. i > > see all> > > > > > these pix of this pretty happy girl.. i know its gretchen > > but doesnt > > > > > > feel like its me. please tell me this goes away with the > > fog. i need> > > > > > that feeling back.. its hard right now... feels like im > > going thru pix> > > > > > of a dead friend or something bec its hard to remember > being > > that > > > > > > happy or being that girl a few months ago when i feel so > > lost in the> > > > > > world now.> > > > > > thanks guys.. sorry if i sound crazy. i just hope im not > > alone and> > > > > > this will end

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