Fibromyalgia is a syndrome which is composed of many different symptoms. The main symptom is pain and tenderness in multiple areas of the body. This is often linked to fatigue , sleep disorders , digestive problems and depression. Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome are considered cumulative disorders which many consider to be the same disease .
Many people consider these conditions to be psychosomatic in origin because people suffering from these diseases can be healthy and normal from the outside, and yet complain of so many different symptoms. These symptoms can include mental symptoms such as mental confusion , forgetfulness , disorientation , depression , mood swings , anger and extreme behavior . Unfortunately, after many people with this disease are viewed with skepticism by physicians and laymen alike and are often labeled as hypochondriacs .
Another view of CFS and fibromyalgia is that conditions are autoimmune diseases that are triggered by an infection . Most doctors believe that Epstein-Barr virus , which is the virus that causes mononucleosis, is the primary culprit . Is rather doubtful , in my opinion, because most of the population is exposed to the virus was in early life without this virus causes serious long-term complications .
Then there is a new theory emerging among doctors who have used the therapy with long-term antibiotics to treat these conditions that fibromyalgia and CFS are not simply auto-immune diseases that are caused by infection, but symptoms are signs of an infection in chronic course of the disease in the body .
These doctors claim to have achieved excellent results in the treatment of these syndromes using long-term antibiotics , often in very high doses. They also had very good results with the treatment of other " autoimmune " diseases with antibiotics called long term. Often , patients with fibromyalgia , chronic fatigue syndrome, and other diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome , lupus , multiple sclerosis , and rheumatoid arthritis experience complete remissions after a long cure antibiotics.
The positive results of these patients experience means that many autoimmune diseases can be made in chronic undiagnosed bacterial infections. There are a number of pathogens that are not easily detectable in the body through standard diagnostic procedures that are not easily reached the final with a short-term treatment . These pathogens may be involved in fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome . There is a new theory that chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia may be related to chronic mycobacterial infections .
It is also possible that many of these people actually suffer from Lyme disease has never been diagnosed due to the lack of proper testing. Lyme disease is an infectious disease with the highest growth in the country next to AIDS. The cases have been found in all lower forty- eight states.
Lyme disease is caused by bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi spirochetes . Borrelia burgdorferi is a very resilient and adaptable organism. Doctors with clinical experience in the treatment of this disease have noted that certain antibiotics work for certain forms that bacteria can take, but not for others. The spirochete can take a cyst form where most antibiotics can not reach. Also hidden in the joints of the body, in areas of poor blood circulation , and may hide within the cells of the immune system.
The Center for Disease Control estimates that only one in ten patients of Lyme disease are never diagnosed properly. The CDC also estimates that an average of thirteen doctors and an average of two years for these people to be diagnosed correctly is needed. When the diagnosis is made , the disease may be deeply rooted in the body. Often there are many co- infections in patients with Lyme disease may cause a number of other complications. However, as the disease and its associated co - infections are caused by bacterial organisms , and these organisms may die , there is no hope of recovery.
Lyme disease can cause many symptoms that people with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome sufferers. It can cause muscle and joint pain , depression, fatigue , headaches, nervous tingling , insomnia, sleepiness , digestive problems , circulation problems , blurred vision , irregularities of hearing, mental health problems , limb weakness , pain chest, liver enzyme irregularities , hypothyroidism , an increased tendency for red blood cells to clump together , lymph nodes , etc. .
The irregularities in liver function may be responsible for the chemical sensitivities that many people with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Experience Since the body responsible for the disease often is not found in the bloodstream, it is difficult to diagnose the disease through testing . Physicians who are familiar with the disease tend to base their diagnosis mainly on the clinical symptoms of the patient and the risk factors that the patient had a program with tests only as a secondary measure to establish a diagnosis .
According to doctors who use a treatment with long-term antibiotics can help people who suffer from fibromyalgia , chronic fatigue syndrome , Lyme disease , and many " autoimmune diseases " other . However, there can be serious side effects of this therapy . Antibiotics used a long period of time can damage the liver and kidney. can cause gallbladder problems . many people can not tolerate oral antibiotics well because of the pressure on your digestive system.
There are many alternative health options that can complement treatment with antibiotics and which may reduce side effects , and there are many natural remedies that have antibiotic and immune stimulating properties of their own, for those who prefer to take a purely natural route .
Acupuncture can help improve blood circulation and oxygenation of the various parts of the body, improve the immune system's ability to fight infection . The increase in oxygenation can also create an inhospitable situation for bacteria that prefer a low oxygen environment . It can also stimulate the body to release natural pain relieving opiates into the body.
The blood flow also improved can help increase the body temperature in the hands and feet and other body parts that tend to get cold easily . These are often areas of the body where bacteria , Borrelia burgdorferi, as those who prefer a low body temperature , tend to gather . Acupuncture can be used in combination with antibiotic therapy . You can help improve the effectiveness of antibiotic therapy , improving circulation.
According to research from China , there are many Chinese herbs that strengthen the immune system and antibacterial properties. There are also many Chinese herbs that can help the various symptomatic aspects of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome . Some herbs like astragalus and schizandra can improve the body's ability to handle stress and can boost immunity.
Other crops like scutellaria coptis and have anti -bacterial and anti -inflammatory properties. The Chinese herb , pseudoginseng or san qi , can help promote the blood circulation and is very useful for people suffering from these diseases grass. It also enhances penetration , absorption and effectiveness of the resources used .
Seeds Zyzyphus can help with sleep problems and anxiety. Bupleurum root may help relieve mood swings and emotional aspects of fibromyalgia. The various types of ginseng can help improve energy levels . Pseudoginseng , frankincense and myrrh can help stimulate blood circulation and may relieve symptoms of muscle weakness and joint pain due to poor circulation .
Nuts , ginkgo biloba , frankincense , gotu kola, and fo -ti may all help with difficulties and cognitive brain fog that many people with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome experience . Codonopsis , Atractylodes , mint and lemon zest can help all digestive problems. Chinese herbs are used together in herbal formulas that are individualized to address the pattern of disharmony that the person presents . Usually not used separately in a core symptom of symptoms.
For Lyme Disease , a few different Chinese herbs stand out for their potential usefulness. Smilax (tu fu ling ) , coptis ( huang lian ), garlic ( da suan ) houttuynia ( yu xing cao ) , and teasel root ( xu Duan ) are all herbs that appear to help treat Lyme disease in different ways. Some of them have antibacterial properties , some strengthening of the body in general , and some enhance circulation .
Prunella vulgaris, Scrophularia and algae can help reduce the incidence of lymph node enlargement , cysts and pseudo- tumors commonly found in people with Lyme . Chinese herbal formulas such as Huang Lian Jie Du Tang , Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang, and Xiao Fu Zhu Yu Tang can be helpful. Formulas designed to clear heat , movement of qi and blood, tonify yang qi , and transform dampness can all be helpful for different patients , depending on the model of discord presented .
After a long period of illness or for patients with emaciation and insomnia it may be necessary to nourish Yin too. Persons with co - babesial infection , infection with symptoms similar to malaria , generally need heat to be released from the canal and should Shaoyang nourishing yin . Artemisia can be a useful herb for Babesia . It has been shown to have anti- malarial properties in China and Vietnam . For people with Lyme Disease who have nerve problems , may also be necessary to clear liver wind.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has been used to treat people with Lyme disease . Many have had good results and scientific research is ongoing at the time of its effectiveness. The bacteria that causes Lyme Disease prefers an oxygen deprived environment . Its presence in the body appears to increase blood clotting and reduce traffic .
You can create a private oxygen environment of their choice. This is ideal for bacteria , but can be the source of many difficulties that a person with this disease experiences. Many of the symptoms that people with Lyme disease , chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia complain of symptoms similar to altitude sickness that people experience , which is caused by lack of oxygen at high altitude. Fatigue , mental disorders , drowsiness, feeling of having a ton of bricks attached to one of the members are similar to the symptoms that people with experience altitude sickness .
It seems logical that creating an oxygen-rich environment could be very useful . It is important for testing co - infections before beginning this process , because there are other bacteria that may be present that prefer a high oxygen environment , complicating the picture . There are potential side effects as well as nearsightedness.
Colloidal silver is a supplement that may have broad-spectrum antibiotic properties. Proponents claim it can help all kinds of diseases such as asthma , rheumatoid arthritis. It seems to help my fatigue a little early Lyme my illness. There is a possibility that excessive use can cause a condition called argyria , a permanent bluish discoloration of the skin, although many people have huge amounts of colloidal silver with no problems at all . It is also useful to supplement with Lactobacillus acidophilus using this supplement to replace the good bacteria in the gut and prevent candida problems .
Large amounts may be required to have an impact on Lyme disease . It is possible to purchase a colloidal silver generator and make your own colloidal silver at home. This is much cheaper than buying a regular basis in the health food store , but be careful to do it correctly .
Aromatherapy is one of the most promising conditions such as fibromyalgia , chronic fatigue syndrome and Lyme disease , in my opinion, holistic therapies. Versions of essential oils volatile components found in herbs are concentrated . It may take several kilos of plant material to make an essential oil per ounce. For the most precious oil from the Bulgarian rose, it can take a lot of rose petals to make one pound of oil. Most oils have antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Many of them stimulate the immune system and triggers increased production of white blood cells.
Oils can also improve oxygenation of body tissue and promote detoxification . They may have a chelating effect , which means that can help in carrying toxins such as heavy metals from the body . Some oils such as lavender can be sedative and aid with sleep and reduce anxiety. Oregano oil , which is a popular supplement found in health food stores is essential oil of oregano diluted in vegetable oil. It is almost always necessary to dilute the oils before using them because they are very concentrated. Interestingly, many people with chronic fatigue syndrome , Lyme disease and fibromyalgia tend to find that some of your symptoms worsen when inhaling the fragrance oils . This is often a detoxification reaction .
People with Lyme Disease generally seem to derive more benefits from essential stronger that most often use aromatherapy oil dilutions . Care must be taken when oils are used in this way . We have to reduce the amount used if there is nausea or discontinue use if there is an allergic reaction. People with these diseases may discover that much of their fatigue , muscle weakness , confusion, and pain can be significantly reduced with regular application of the oils.
The oils can be used diluted in vegetable oil for massage of affected areas of the body, and can be used by the drop in the water bath . They can also be absorbed into the bloodstream via the lungs simply by inhaling their perfume. The oils also penetrate the blood brain barrier and may be helpful for neurological issues due to infections or other reasons. Oregano oil taken internally as described may also be useful in the treatment of Lyme disease .
Massage can improve oxygenation of body tissues and improve blood circulation and reduce pain . If a person has fibromyalgia or CFS due to an infectious disease process , or a person has Lyme Disease , massage should only be used in combination with a therapy that is antibacterial in nature. Otherwise , it is likely to stir dormant bacteria and stir up symptoms instead of providing symptom relief . When massage is used in combination with antibiotic therapy found in nature, can improve the effectiveness of therapy by bringing bacteria out of hiding to be killed. Deep tissue massage can improve the effectiveness of treatment with antibiotics, herbs , aromatherapy, or heat. Used alone , however , can generate latent problems in people with these diseases.
Heat may be useful for the treatment of Lyme disease , because the bacteria seem to prefer a low body temperature and is vulnerable to heat. There are many sources of heat that can be used to treat this condition. Heat can also be helpful for people with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue may actually have undiagnosed Lyme disease syndrome. People usually feel a worsening of symptoms before they feel an improvement in the use of heat .
My personal theory is that this is because the heat stirs up the bacteria before it kills or causes the immune system to kill the bacteria out . This is speculative on my part. The use of saunas can be very useful . Far infrared heat lamp can be used in problem areas. Hot baths taken for forty minutes at 102-104 degrees Fahrenheit have been shown to enhance the immune system in people with infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases in a study conducted at Bastyr University .
A Chinese therapy called moxibustion can also be useful in warming problem areas. I do not recommend the use of cold packs or ice for pain in people with Lyme disease , fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome, as these treatments reduce circulation in areas where traffic may already be compromised. In addition , the bacterium that causes Lyme disease appears to prefer a cool environment , so cold therapy may cause real problems in people with this condition.
Despite the fatigue that people with fibromyalgia , chronic fatigue syndrome and Lyme Disease may feel , a certain amount of exercise can be very beneficial if you are making . It is important not to overwork , but a walk or other exercise that gets your heart rate can be helpful. Again , exercise can be helpful because it can improve circulation in the body, and improve oxygenation of body tissues .
Exercises like stretching and yoga to help improve flexibility and loosen muscles can also be helpful . Hot yoga , where yoga is done in a room where the heat is manipulated can be particularly useful because it combines exercise with heat. It is important not to push too hard when you are exercising . The point is to improve your health, and you no more clean .
Magnesium appears to be useful for people suffering from these diseases complement. Many people report an improvement in their muscle pain when taking a magnesium supplement regularly. It is important to reduce the intake of sugar , dairy products and bread while increasing intake of green vegetables. Spirulina can be a useful addition to your health regimen addition as it is both nourishing and detoxifying time.
It may also be helpful in reducing the consumption of tomatoes as they seem to encourage acidity in the body . Flaxseed oil has anti -inflammatory effects that can be very useful. Alpha lipoic acid is an effective antioxidant . It may help nerve function and improve liver function .
As you can see , fibromyalgia , chronic fatigue syndrome and Lyme disease are complex diseases, but there are many promising that people with these conditions are likely to find useful therapies .
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