The bad thing about biofeedback...

Newport...help here please.

The bad thing that can happen with seeing biofeedback results, is exactly what is going on with you right now. Panic and fear. My practitioner said that's the reaction people have when HIV comes up too--but how many times has Newport said that HIV goes with all this stuff too? Does it mean we should take the "diagnoses" as "OH MY GOSH I HAVE AIDS, I'M DOOMED?" No. Nor should you have that fear right now with Brucella coming up.

Remember this Wen. At the basis of about every "incurable disease", or "autoimmune disease", is pathogens/toxins.

When I told Newport that I had found the name of what had come up on my biofeedback test, it did cause a start when I read what this condition causes.

Now, before you read what MD's say about it, and how hopeless it looks- keep this in mind too--
I know I have a very high level of Lead in my body, that probably has been there for years, and is in my bones. The ND told me that it can take up to 15 years to get Lead out of the bones.

What Newport has found, is that Lead and one of the pathogens that I have on that list for you, is the core cause. Would Dr's ever find that? No. Does it mean I'm doomed here as they say? No. What it means to me, is that I have a long road ahead of me in staying dedicated/consistent with addressing the toxins and pathogens, and paying closer attention to what my body is deficient in.

To me, it means that I know what I have to head off. The ND has told me that biofeedback, including muscle testing, catches things on a "cellular level", long before they would ever actually show up on an MD's test of any kind. And that by the time they DO show up--they are a full-fledged condition.
Catching them at the "cellular level", and knowing what needs to be addressed--you can head these things off.
The countless people who end up with the full-fledged, "incurable/hopeless" condtions...have not gotten that way over night. The core stuff like the toxins/metals/pathogens...have been going on for some time without them knowing it, and without Dr's having a clue.

When the high lead level was found in the metals test, the ND made the comment that now, knowing about it, and knowing to address it, we can now head off what it would turn into--the Alzheimer's, MS etc.

WHat I'm trying to say is, don't take biofeedback as a full-fledged "diagnosis" like we think of when people get "diagnoses" through MD's. There is a big difference. Think of it as being incentive for getting the Rife (frequency generator) to hit the pathogens with, and for continuing with the Cutler, frequent dose chelating for the mercury you know you have.

There is NO quick, easy way Wen. And yes, you will most likely feel worse for some time to come yet with the mercury and hitting the pathogens that will continue to pop up.

One of the #1 key things, is you have got to focus on the elimination organs that are not working- liver is key. You are going to get tired of hearing me say that, but that is the key thing that David Jernigan also talks about.
Do I think his neurotoxin herb would work for you? He told a CZ person that called him about the Lyme's/ammonia- that NO, it was not the thing they needed to be taking for the ammonia that was found in actual testing, because they have not been working on their liver issues! He told her that she needed the ornithine, and to be working on the elimination organs- liver.

The condition that was found in testing (according to MD's):
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myasthenia_gravis


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Myasthenia gravis (mi-uhs-THE-ne-uh GRA-vis) is characterized by weakness and rapid fatigue of any of the muscles under your voluntary control. The cause of myasthenia gravis is a breakdown in the normal communication between nerves and muscles.

There is no cure for myasthenia gravis, but treatment can help relieve signs and symptoms — such as weakness of arm or leg muscles, double vision, drooping eyelids, and difficulties with speech, chewing, swallowing and breathing.

While myasthenia gravis can affect people of any age, it's more common in women younger than 40 and in men older than 60. The disorder occurs in one or two people per 10,000.

Symptoms
Muscle weakness caused by myasthenia gravis worsens as the affected muscle is used repeatedly. Since symptoms typically improve with rest, your muscle weakness may come and go. While myasthenia gravis can affect any of the muscles that you control voluntarily, certain muscle groups are more commonly affected than others.

Eye muscles
In more than half the people who develop myasthenia gravis, their first signs and symptoms involve eye problems, such as:

Drooping of one or both eyelids (ptosis)
Double vision (diplopia), which may be horizontal or vertical
Blurred vision, which may come and go
Face and throat muscles
In about 15 percent of people with myasthenia gravis, the first symptoms involve face and throat muscles, which can cause difficulties with:

Speaking. Your speech may be very soft or sound nasal, depending upon which muscles have been affected.
Swallowing. You may choke very easily, which makes it difficult to eat, drink or take pills. In some cases, liquids you're trying to swallow may come out your nose.
Chewing. The muscles used for chewing may wear out halfway through a meal, particularly if you've been eating something hard to chew, such as steak.
Facial expressions. Family members may note that you've "lost your smile" if the muscles that control your facial expressions are affected.
Arm and leg muscles
Myasthenia gravis can cause weakness in your arms and legs, but this usually happens in conjunction with muscle weakness in other parts of your body — such as your eyes, face or throat. The disorder usually affects arms more often than legs. However, if it affects your legs, you may waddle when you walk.

When to see a doctor
Talk to your doctor if you have trouble:

Breathing
Seeing
Swallowing
Chewing
Walking
Causes
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Chemicals messengers, called neurotransmitters, fit precisely into receptor sites on your muscle cells. In myasthenia gravis, certain receptor sites are blocked or destroyed, causing muscle weakness.

Your nerves communicate with your muscles by releasing chemicals, called neurotransmitters, which fit precisely into receptor sites on the muscle cells. In myasthenia gravis, your immune system produces antibodies that block or destroy many of your muscles' receptor sites for a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine. With fewer receptor sites available, your muscles receive fewer nerve signals, resulting in weakness.

It's believed that the thymus gland, a part of your immune system located in the upper chest beneath the breastbone, may trigger or maintain the production of these antibodies. Large in infancy, the thymus is small in healthy adults. But, in some adults with myasthenia gravis, the thymus is abnormally large. Some people also have tumors of the thymus. Usually, thymus gland tumors are noncancerous.

Some factors can make myasthenia gravis worse, including:

Fatigue
Illness
Stress
Extreme heat
Some medications — such as beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, quinine and some Antibiotics
Complications
Complications of myasthenia gravis are treatable, but some can be life-threatening.

Myasthenic crisis
Myasthenic crisis is a life-threatening condition, which occurs when the muscles that control breathing become too weak to do their jobs. Emergency treatment is needed to provide mechanical assistance with breathing. Medications and blood-filtering therapies help people recover from myasthenic crisis, so they can again breathe on their own.

Thymus tumors
About 15 percent of the people who have myasthenia gravis have a tumor in their thymus, a gland under the breastbone that is involved with the immune system. Most of these tumors are noncancerous.

Other disorders
People who have myasthenia gravis are also more likely to have the following problems:

Underactive or overactive thyroid. The thyroid gland, located in the neck, secretes hormones that regulate your metabolism. If your thyroid is underactive, your body uses energy more slowly. An overactive thyroid makes your body use energy too quickly.
Lupus. Lupus is a disease in which your immune system attacks certain parts of your body. Common symptoms include painful or swollen joints, hair loss, extreme fatigue and a red rash on the face.
Rheumatoid Arthritis . This type of Arthritis is caused by problems with your immune system. It is most conspicuous in the wrists and fingers, and can result in joint deformities that make it difficult to use your hands.
Preparing for your appointment
While you might first discuss your symptoms with your family doctor, he or she will probably refer you to a neurologist for further evaluation.

What you can do
Because appointments can be brief, plan ahead and write lists of important information, including:

Detailed descriptions of all your symptoms, including whether anything seems to make them better or worse
All your medications and dosages, including nonprescription drugs and supplements
Questions for the doctor, such as what tests or treatments he or she may recommend
What to expect from your doctor
Your doctor will want a detailed description of your symptoms and your past medical history. In addition to a physical exam, your doctor may also check your neurological health by testing your:

Reflexes
Muscle strength
Muscle tone
Senses of touch and sight
Coordination
Balance
Tests and diagnosis
The key sign that points to the possibility of myasthenia gravis is muscle weakness that improves with rest. Tests to help confirm the diagnosis may include:

Edrophonium test
Injection of the chemical edrophonium (Tensilon) may result in a sudden, although temporary, improvement in your muscle strength — an indication that you may have myasthenia gravis. Edrophonium acts to block an enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine, the chemical that transmits signals from your nerve endings to your muscle receptor sites.

Blood analysis
A blood test may reveal the presence of abnormal antibodies that disrupt the receptor sites where nerve impulses signal your muscles to move.

Repetitive nerve stimulation
This is a type of nerve conduction study, in which electrodes are attached to your skin over the muscles to be tested. Small pulses of electricity are sent through the electrodes to measure the nerve's ability to send a signal to your muscle. To diagnose myasthenia gravis, the nerve will be tested many times to see if its ability to send signals worsens with fatigue.

Single-fiber electromyography (EMG)
Electromyography (EMG) measures the electrical activity traveling between your brain and your muscle. It involves inserting a very fine wire electrode through your skin and into a muscle. In single-fiber EMGs, a single muscle fiber is tested. Most people find this test to be somewhat uncomfortable.

Imaging scans
Your doctor may order a CT scan or an MRI to see if there's a tumor or other abnormality in your thymus.

Treatments and drugs
Doctors use a variety of treatments, alone or in combination, to relieve symptoms of myasthenia gravis.

Medications

Cholinesterase inhibitors. Drugs such as pyridostigmine (Mestinon) enhance communication between nerves and muscles. These drugs don't cure the underlying problem, but they do improve muscle contraction and muscle strength.
Corticosteroids. These types of drugs inhibit the immune system, limiting antibody production. Prolonged use of corticosteroids, however, can lead to serious side effects, such as bone thinning, weight gain, diabetes, increased risk of some infections, and an increase and redistribution of body fat.
Immunosuppressants. Your doctor may also prescribe other medications that alter your immune system, such as azathioprine (Imuran), cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral) or mycophenolate (CellCept).
Therapy

Plasmapheresis (plaz-muh-fuh-RE-sis). This procedure uses a filtering process similar to dialysis. Your blood is routed through a machine that removes the antibodies that are blocking transmission of signals from your nerve endings to your muscles' receptor sites. However, the beneficial effects usually last only a few weeks.
Intravenous immune globulin. This therapy provides your body with normal antibodies, which alters your immune system response. It has a lower risk of side effects than do plasmapheresis and immune-suppressing therapy, but it can take a week or two to start working and the benefits usually last less than a month or two.
Surgery
About 15 percent of the people who have myasthenia gravis have a tumor in their thymus, a gland under the breastbone that is involved with the immune system. If you have such a tumor, you'll need to have your thymus removed.

For people with myasthenia gravis who don't have a tumor in the thymus, it's unclear whether the potential benefit of removing the thymus outweighs the risks of surgery. This is an individualized decision between you and your doctor, but most doctors don't recommend surgery if:

Your symptoms are mild
Your symptoms involve only your eyes
You're over 60 years old
Lifestyle and home remedies
Supplementing your medical care with these approaches may help you make the most of your energy and cope with the symptoms of myasthenia gravis:

Adjust your eating routine. Try to eat when you have good muscle strength. Take your time eating and rest between bites. More frequent, smaller meals may be easier to handle. Also, try soft foods and avoid sticky foods that require lots of chewing.
Use safety precautions at home. Install grab bars or railings in places where you may need support, such as next to the bathtub. Keep the floors and halls in your house clear of clutter, cords and loose rugs. Outside your home, keep the steps, sidewalk and path to your car clear.
Use electric appliances and power tools. Save your energy in the bathroom, in the kitchen or at the workbench by using electric appliances, such as toothbrushes, can openers and screwdrivers.
Wear an eye patch. If you have double vision, using an eye patch can help relieve this problem. Wear the patch while you read or watch television. To avoid eyestrain, periodically switch the patch from one eye to the other.
Plan. If you have a chore to do around the house, shopping to do or an errand to run, plan the activity to coincide with the time at which your medication provides your peak energy level. If you're working on a project at home, gather everything you need for the job at one time, to eliminate extra trips that may drain your energy.
Ask for help. Depending on your energy level, you may not be able to do everything you have planned around the house or run every errand that you need to. Ask family members and friends to lend a hand.
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