CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROM (CFS)
&
FIBROMYALGIA SYNDROME (FMS)
There are many syndromes that overlap in these two syndromes. It has
been my clinical experience that people who suffer from food allergies
or chemically induced allergies, low thyroid, chronic yeast infections,
epstein barr virus(EBV), mononucleosis and hypoglycemia also manifest
many similar symptoms that occur in CFS and FMS. These symptoms include
(but are not limited to) fatigue, headaches, muscle and joint
pain,gastrointestinal problems, allergies/chemical sensitivities and flu
like symptoms and menstrual/hormonal problems.
Taking this into account, at our office, the treatment for CFS and
FMS is markedly similar, acknowledging specific diagnostic parameters
indicated for thyroid, blood sugar and EBV and mononucleosis and other
conditions.
People can and do get better from all of these conditions. All roads
lead to the immune system. By taking a thorough history, which means
taking the time to talk to the patient, finding out what their specific
needs and concerns are and what he or she thinks might have triggered
the onset of the first symptoms (if known) and by taking a very thorough
history; a lot of important diagnostic clues usually surface which help
in the formulation of a specific, individualized treatment plan. This
ultimately leads to strengthening the patient's immune system of vital
force or self recuperative capacity otherwise known as rebuilding and
restoring health.
The beauty of naturopathic medicine is that we employ natural and safe
treatments that when given together in a conservative and judicious way
help to strengthen the immune system from many directions without the
side effects that synthetic drugs can causse. Do not assume that your
medical doctor knows these treatments. Allopathic (medical) doctors are
trained primarily in the use of synthetic drugs and surgery.
Naturopathic physicians are experts in the area of natural medicines.
I believe that people can benefit from the best that both fields of
medicine have to offer. I treat many people who also see allopathic
(medical) doctors for many conditions. My goal is to help the patient in
every way that I can.
Chapter 1 : PMS ..A Treatable Problem
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