Began talking to chief engineer aboard my tug who recently recovered from lyme. As he described his ordeal it was like he was telling me my wifes life story. She has been called the "mystery patient" due to her symptoms and unrespnsiveness to varied treatments. After doing some research last night I am now convinced that not only has my wife got lyme disease, but my youngest child as well. He suffered from unexplained sezuires, coughs, thirst, overactive bladder and rashes. 2 weeks ago I ramoved what I thought was a wood tic from my oldest while camping. Last night I find out it was a "lone star" female carrier. I live in NC and am looking for open minded specialist, as my wife now has a great distrust of doctors.
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The allopathic medical system looks for the cause of illness/disease first.  If no cause can be found, then no disease can be named or treated.   Lyme disease is one that is difficult to identify via lab tests so it is hard to diagnose.  However, there are other systems of medicine, such as homeopathy or traditional Chinese medicine, that look at the symptoms or the pattern of symptoms of a disease.  When you visit one of these specialists, you will be amazed at the questions they ask.  They will want to know what makes the symptoms better/worse, if there are disturbances in sleep, if heat/cold aggravates/soothes, etc.  Many patients are relived to be able to talk about ALL their symptoms and have them considered in the diagnostic process.  Once the symptoms are assessed, the therapist will come up with a course of treatment.  The process of healing may be slow, but many patients are responsive.  I would continue to work with your doctor, but I would seek the help of a homeopathic physician or an acupuncturist that has intensive training in Chinese herbal medicine.  Make sure any alternative therapist you consult with has the proper credentials.  To find an acupuncturist/Chinese medicine practitioner, go to http://www.nccaom.org/find.htm
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Jesus (pronounced Hey Suus, right?),\n\nYou are right in minimizing your wife's angst.  As a fellow doctor, I'm here to tell you that you are also right in not worrying about employment possibilities, whether Subway looms in your horizon or not.  I would much rather work somewhere that serves un-healthy foods, so that you can see those same folks later as patients...no one ever got thrown in jail for ensuring a bit of job security, ya know?\n\nSo far as racing in the Iditarod, I would reconsider.  This coming winter is supposed to be especially brutal, due to this El Nino/La Nina thing.  As cold as it's gonna be, I dunno if I would want to be anywhere near Mr. Tsunami...I know the dude too, and I'm not sure of his sexual orientation.  I would take the wife, kicking and screaming if need be, to keep you warm.  No doubt, all the nagging will keep you awake, and you will keep going when all others sleep...and you won't be anywhere near Mr. Tsunami.\n\nI would convince your wife that the race is actually your second honeymoon...she will then have no choice but to join you in the race, ulterior motives notwithstanding.\n\nGood luck!\n\nIn response to the additional info...\n\nDo not worry about those statistics.  Everyone knows that if you pay the hospital enough hush money, they will give you a glowing recommendation.  The AMA works the same way as well.
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I was shocked when I started itching uncontrollably.A week went by and the itching increased to the point of insanity.I took a close look and was astonished to see tiny specks attached to me pubic hairs.I was horrified when I looked closer and seen these tiny beast that looked like crabs mixed with a bug.I was young and that's my story and I am sticking to it.
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Oh, little girl.. Never never and never.\n\nSee how many people are there to answer you. No one has any problem to answer you. I am sure most of them, though they may have hundreds of their own personal problems, will be always ready to answer you and support you.  See the wonder ful people who answered here... \nmeta4icks, matilda, krisj38, mompoo, st martin, lulykofford, lahsgirl2010, cos_studygro, OneRunningMan, otraves, nacho_bella420\n\nAfter all, as mompoo told here, which other answer in yahoo-answers is worth answering.. Have you seen any other questions, many of them make us sick. We all will listen to you a thousand times. Dont worry.\n\nAnd it is you who has to come forward and tell us boldly one day. "hey come on, I am okay now, I am very happy, I dont have any bad thougthts now.."\n\nWe are all eager to hear that from you. But you see, we will not go away till you tell that  : )  .  Well, take your own time. These things will take their own time.  We will be here for you.\n\nHave you read meta4icks' answer very carefully? \nYou need to read it once again. I have experienced this in the past. So I can tell what he says is right. Your question this time is a different question. See yourself..\n\nEarlier, it was a helpless person's request for support. Today, it is a very rational question... Very rational. Your conscious mind (though with all the stress) has already started taking control over the situation.... slowly.. Todays question is not a helpless voice, but a rational, realistic reaction to the outside world.... (The answer from our side is -- "Dont worry , we are here for you."  But, dear little girl, you are fast improving.. realize that.. \n\nSome one pointed out in the previous questions' answers that you have taken the right step to connect with others. That itself was a big leap forward in the right direction. Now you have already established some contacts with medical experts. Probably you have to go one more step forward and connect with a local person, who can talk to you in person. (The internet is not the best communication medium)\n\nWhat nacho says should be considered in the positive sense. He/she is only asking you to go forward to take more positive steps. There is a danger tomorrow a sadist person trying to destroy all the good improvement you have aleady made. So please learn to ignore others saying-- that is the meaning of what Nacho says.\n\nI ask you to write down and keep for later reading what otraves says. It is a naked truth. "We are all mad.." I would correct his statement. All human being ae nuerotic. At certain point of time this will become a little serious and we may need outside support. I am sure some of the medical expert will endorse my saying, I read this long back in a psychology book-- it says every human being is actuall y nuerotic.\n\nSt marin, your answer is really encouraging. And most others' answers. \n\nhey, you have to give us chocolates when you are completely happy. okay? I know you can not send chocolates to all of us, But you will sure send a greeting card with  a virtual chocolate.. Promise?\n\nHow sweet is this world.. We all need you to be with us in this world overcoming temporary dark time...  You need to make this world sweeter...
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A few months ago a friend and I were talking about Benny Hinn, questioning his ministry.  I had never actually seen Benny Hinn before; I had only heard about what goes on at his crusade meetings.  We had nothing positive to say.  \n\nNow, at the time, I had a throat infection that was getting stronger and stronger by the day.  A few days after I had been talking with my friend, I turned on Christian TV and saw Benny Hinn.  I thought I had better actually watch, since I'd been saying some pretty bad things about him, with no evidence to back up my scepticism.\n\nI was critical during the whole show.  At the end, Benny was sitting on a couch, talking to the camera, praying for sick people watching.  He was calling out various physical problems that God was healing.  Just when I thought, "This is ridiculous" and was about to turn off the TV, Benny said something like, "Someone has just been healed of a throat infection."  I heard it, and, started to wonder if it could actually be possible.  I swallowed and the pain was totally gone.  I could breath normally for the first time in about a week.  I was radically healed.  The next day I woke up, almost expecting the infection to be back, but it was gone, for good.\n\nWhat I learned from this:  DO NOT JUDGE!!!  As far as I know there is absolutely nothing unbiblical that goes on at Benny Hinn's meetings.  The Bible is clear that Jesus "stripes" (or wounds) were for our healing (as His death was for our eternal life).  Whether miraculously or over time, I believe it is always God's will for us to be healed, as sickness and death are a part of the curse He came to remove.  We just need to hear it preached from the Bible in context (faith comes by hearing), and believe, as we believed when we were born again.
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How weird, my mom just had this, and I had never heard about it before that. All the above is correct, but I just wanted to add that you ought to get it treated soon and change your diet around accordingly. My mom almost died from it, which is unheard of, and she ended up having a foot of intestine being taken out. Watch out! It can get pretty damn serious.
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My son last week had a tick.  It kinda looked like a spider.  It had a round body with curvy legs.  My fiancee pulled the body out but left the head in so he had to take my son (2 years old) to the ER to have them remove the rest.  They didn't need to give him antibiotic but to watch it.  The tick was black in color.  Perhaps you should get a second opinion or just take her to the ER and have a look at it.  Only certain ticks carry lime disease and a doctor would be able to tell looking at the tick and if possible doing ticks or antiobiotics.  Another friend had a tick and he had to take a pill to prevent lime disease.  He had to go to a walk-in clinic so it might have been different in his case.  I would go get it checked out as soon as you can from experience.
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My best friend that i chat with online has a 5 yr old daughter with CF and was diagnosed when she was only 2.  I have heard my friend talk about the sweat test but cannot remember what she had said about it, sorry.  If you leave your e-mail address i will get her to e-mail you when she returns back home the beginning of June.  She is a great person and knows ALOT about CF because she reads everything she can about this disease and how to help her daughter.
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I can give you a good medical miracle from God. Back in April, my brother was found in a coma with a Blood Sugar of 10. He was hospitalized in an ICU unit on a vent. The Dr's said they could find nothing wrong with him, as he had no past history of diabetes and after entering the hospital his blood sugar was normal. They didn't expect him to come off the vent and was talking about putting a tracheostomy in his neck. All of the church members where we attend church began praying for him day and night. After a few days he was completely off the vent without the Dr's doing anything to help this. After a few weeks, he was walking again, talking again and eating on his own. Again all to the Dr's surprise. They were totally baffled by it. After about 3 weeks in the hospital he was released to go home and is still doing very well. There's nothing God can't do!!!!!!!!!!!!!! God bless you & your friend and I will keep her in my prayers.
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Not mine I'm afraid, but a friend emailed and told me about this guy that bought an electronic stun-gun for his wife's personal safety. He didn't want to give it to her without being sure it would work when needed so decided to test it on himself.\n\nWhen he finally came to, it was because the spasms of his muscles had eventually jerked the device out of his hand, but he still felt groggy for quite a while\n\nThere was also the person who dropped their cellphone in the toilet. For the 2nd time. Still having trouble keeping a straight face about that one.
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Yes, I actually have one to share. Several years ago I went to LensCrafters to do my yearly checkup and get more lenses. For some reason I could not get the lens on and the doctor became really impatient with me. He tried to put it in but he kept poking my eye and for some odd reason it was like my body was revolting from his touch. I've never had this happen before. Well, he became very rude with me, I don't remember his exact words anymore, and if I saw him today I would not know him, but it was a horrible experience.\n\nLooking back I actually kind of feel sorry for him, because it was a no-win situation. I think if the shoe had of been on the other foot I would have been annoyed too, but I wouldn't of been rude to the customer (they are always right). The woman at the front desk had said he had been rude with other customers so I assume he probably was going through something personal.\n\nIt would be nice to know how your situation turns out though. Perhaps it is a growing trend at Lenscrafters.
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Dear Stormyrw,\nYou've certainly brought your medical concerns to the right place! The Y!A community members are fully aware of and do appreciate the intimate conditions involving your prognosis.\nMost recognized doctors in the field of medicine would employ a holistic approach to your ailment. Stormyrw, please begin your day with a well balanced breakfast to include an ample portion of fruits and grains. After your morning routines are finished, enjoy a brisk walk around the block. If you happen to meet any stray dogs along the way, it would be a good idea to antagonize the creatures in order to add some vigor to your workout.\nNow Stormyrw, the remaining portions of your day should be filled with interesting activities and new studies to keep your mind active and in balance, complimentary to what you have done with the physical side of yourself.\nAfter loitering around at the public library all afternoon with a bunch of smelly hobos, you can appreciate a warm bath and time to be good to yourself. Begin to collect an archive of various music genres that you can resolve one day to enjoy after you get the rest of your chores done.\nStormyrw, if after following my advice, simply take two aspirin and forget we ever had this little discussion.\nThank you, Stormyrw. Have a great day!\n-dylan
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I was diagnosed with MS May 4, 2005.  It started in Nov. 2002 with optic neuritis (i didn't know that's what it was at the time).  Then in August 2004 I developed a headache that lasted for about 5 months, followed with dizziness/vertigo.  I had a check-up, an MRI, heart echo, 1,001 blood tests, and finally a spinal tap (LP).  It's funny, I thought by now I would have accepted it, but it is still the first thing on my mind when I wake up, and the last thing on my mind when I go to sleep.  It's a big blow to get a diagnosis like this one.  I was 30 when I was dx'd, like most people.  There's too much to type here.  My e-mail is: multiplesclerosissux@yahoo.com if you wanna talk!  My name is Brian.
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I spent years going to doctors and finally from a support group online learned to see a movement disorder specialist neurologist.I also have essential tremor and was so relieved when he told me I had cervical dystonia, finally a diagnosis.  I started on increased medication, (mysoline) and botox shots the next day.  The botox works wonders for me.  The pain went away, pretty much in about a month. Have you tried it?  It is very expensive if you do not have insurance, but there are other ways to get it paid for.  Sorry the dbms did not work for you, I have heard that it is awesome when it does.
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the sad thing is ticks arent that big of a problem, weve just blown it up unrealistic proportions. lime disease is about as deadly as the common flu, and easier to spot. sure it makes life harder for a while and it needs to be treated but if you start to get a target shaped mark on your body head into the doctors. my friend had it and he's fine. and if your saying it was a baby because it was small and red, it probably was a deer tick (the most common carrier of the virus) but dont get worried
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Demand a second opinion. Positive note I had similar symptoms for years rarely a day off. I had a brain scan, a EEG and other tests turns out I have hemiplegic migraines - very scary. I have an aura with mine - a bad taste often triggered by what I eat or smell. Gloss paint sends me off my legs for up to 2 weeks. I was investigated for having a stroke! Go back an see your Dr if symptoms don't improve and demand further tests! Have allergy/ sensitivity tests done, mine showed my triggers as being corn, melon, larger etc. I changed my diet and took FEVER FEW natural health supps and have made a fantastic recovery, with the occasional relapse. I f your symptoms are new to you and you have had no further investigations than a DR appointment, go back and demand more. Take a friend or relative with you if your reluctant to push the issue. You only have one life - enjoy it. Luv J xx
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Hi Carolyn!\nI've heard about the Dr. Alan Weiss. He's a good family man but has a bad habit at the race track. He welshed on a loan so, some goons had to be sent out to collect a payment. When the good doctor couldn't cough it up, they had to tie his fingers together in a most unpleasant way.\nCarolyn, my girlfriend was unfortunate to be in the waiting room thumbing through the Ladies Home Journal when she had to witness the unfortunate events. I don't know if Dr. Alan Weiss is still practicing medicine or not.\nDr. Zealnick