With his son terribly ill, a top scientist takes on chronic fatigue syndrome

Washington Post ^ | October 5, 2015 | Miriam E. Tucker

[perfect_rovian_storm]

I haven’t experienced that particular treatment, but the ozone water alone was a night and day difference for me.

[perfect_rovian_storm]

Makes sense. I’m still learning about it. I learned enough to know there wasn’t a real downside to trying it, so that much I know, but I’m trying to understand the rest as I go. :-)

[Innovative]

Another interesting story and info:

https://www.ted.com/talks/jen_brea_what_happens_when_you_have_a_disease_doctors_can_t_diagnose

[Innovative]

Maybe not all, but some cases are indeed caused by chronic Epstein-Barr infection. You can test for that virus.

The therapy is immune globulin. Some years ago you could get it as an injection and was easy to administer and not horribly expensive.

Now it is very expensive, you need to get it as IVIG, administered by a nurse, but you can also get it as subcutaneous IG, that you can administer yourself, after being shown how to, by a nurse. Insurance most likely doesn’t pay for it.

Naturally, this is just some info, not medical advice. Consult with your physician.

[antidisestablishment]

Last time I deployed, I came home and felt like I was 90 years old (51 at the time). I am pretty sure this was caused by the Anthrax shots, but the government has not admitted any link, though a significant number of servicemen have come down with autoimmune diseases.

My doc finally gave me an RA diagnosis, and I started meds with helped a bit, but nothing really significant. I started the Autoimmune Protocol Diet and it has made a significant impact. It's really tough starting out, but it's worth it since I've regained some energy and haven't had near the flare ups. It allows you to find a diet that works and helps rebuild your digestive tract. It's worth a try if you suffer from any type of autoimmune dysfunctions.

[Seizethecarp]

Thanks for thinking of me! I am not as bad off as this man’s son, but I am sure glad that a man with big bucks is putting money behind research into our illness!