The American Society of Analytical Chemists has been quoted as stating that "Chlorine dioxide is the most powerful killer of germs know to man''.
Chlorine dioxide has been used in water supplies (completely different from chlorine normally used) throughout the world for over 50 years because it only oxidizes the anaerobic microorganisms.
It will not oxidize healthy cells or good bacteria unlike oxygen, ozone, or hydrogen peroxide. It is the only highly selective oxidizer known for inside the human body where it has activity against virus, bacteria, fungus, parasites, and heavy metals.
It differentiates ``enemies'' by their acidity and ``friendlies'' by their alkalinity thus setting the immune system free of constraints.
Very helpful when dieting. For internal cleansing it is unsurpassed.
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Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Info about Hulda Clark -
Dr. Clark Information Center The informative website about Dr. Hulda Clark
Praziquantel or albendazole are the drugs of choice to manage clonorchiasis (by eradicating the parasite) and of course treatment for the secondary effects of parasitemia may be necessary.
* Albendazole (Brands: Eskazole, Zental) is used to treat hydatid disease and larval taeniasis (beef tape worm) infection, and for some tapeworm infections by adult worms.
It works by inhibiting metabolism in the cells of the worm, leading to their immobilization and death. The dead worms are broken down by the body's immune system.
* Praziquantel (Brands: Biltricide) is used to treat blood flukes, lung flukes, liver flukes and intestinal flukes, and the majority of tapeworms. It is the drug of choice for treating clonorchiasis.
This drug increases cell membrane permeability in susceptible worms, resulting in loss of their intracellular calcium, massive contractions, and paralysis of the worm's musculature. This is followed by attachment of phagocytes to the parasite and its subsequent death.
The praziquantel tab should be swallowed whole with some liquid during meals. Keeping the tab in mouth may result in a bitter taste, which can produce nausea or vomiting.
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
There are four classifications of parasites. 30% live in our digestive systems while the other 70% live all over our bodies including, the blood, and all organs including the brain and even in our eyes and sinus cavities. There are over 1,000 types of parasites in these four classes that can live in the human body.
BACTERIA, VIRUSES and FUNGUS (mold, yeasts) are ALL in the very broad parasite catagory.
70% of all parasites that can live in the human body are MICROSCOPIC - only 30% are visible to the naked eye.
Malaria is a microscopic infection. The "worm" parasites can range from 1/4 inch to 33 feet long! Here is an interesting BBC News Story "Invasion of The Bodysnatchers" documenting several actual parasite infections: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/3236294.stm
This is not ALL of them, but this will give you a pretty good idea of what HUMAWORM removes:
Ringworm, tapeworms, pinworms, candida albicans (yeast infections) and plasmodia (which is the malaria causing parasite), roundworms including ascaris , hookworms, whipworms, flukes including the blood fluke the anisakid worm and microscopic parasites and all parasitic larvae and eggs. All microscopic protoza (including blastocystis hominis ) , tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis), cholera, scabies, viruses, bacteria and fungi including, pseudomonas aeruginosa, all species of shigella, staph (staph aureus) and strep (Streptococcus), bacteria (such as fungal infections ie: yeast infections) threadworms and skin parasites (including scabies).
Cryptococcus neoformans, Aspergillus, Saprolegnia, and Zygorhynchus species. Salmonella typhimurium, and other bacterial species (including sixty + types of fungi and twenty + types of bacteria, including some of the most potent viruses known to man), B. subtilis, P. mirabilis, Salmonella typhi, methicillin-resistant Staph aureus, Staph faecalis, salmonella enteritidis, and V. cholerae , Escherichia, Proteus, Providencia, Citrobacter, Klebsiella, Hafnia, Aeromonas, Vibrio and Bacillus genera, Microsporum, Epidermophyton, Trichophyton, Rhodotorula, Torulopsis, Trichosporon, Cryptococcus neoformans, Entamoeba histolytica and Paramecium caudatum, the herpes simplex virus, and viral infections.
Also cystitis, prostatitis, gonorrhea, and syphilis, cholera, giardia, salmonella, and Eschorichia Coli.
The following is a partial list from each of the four groups which will give you the general idea about how different parasites wreak havoc on our bodies.
THE PROTOZA (ONE CELL PARASITES)
Most parasites are ONE CELL PROTOZOA and they can invade ANY single cell in our bodies. Protozoa reproduce and multiply by duplicating themselves like a bacteria or virus.
GENITAL PROTOZA:
TRICHOMONAS - lives in the female vagina and urethra and causes a slightly yellow discharge with itching and burning. It also lives in the prostate of men.
NERVOUS SYSTEM PROTOZA:
NAEGLERIA - this one is found in water and soil, but only one species - naegleria fowleri - can infect humans. The infection mimics bacterial meningitis and affects the brain and spinal cord. The parasite enters the body through underwater swimming and/or diving - the ameba then travels to the brain and spinal cord. Infection causes Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a brain inflammation, which leads to the destruction of brain tissue. Initial symptoms of PAM include headache, fever, nausea, vomiting and stiff neck.
Further destruction of brain tissue leads to confusion, lack of attention, loss of balance and body control, seizures, hallucinations. This disease progresses very rapidly and usually results in death in 3-7 days. This one is not common - only 24 reported cases in the United States between 1989 and 2000 - but it is caused from fresh water such as lakes, streams and hot springs - especially during dry summer months when the water levels are low and the temperature is above 80 degrees. It also comes from under-chlorinated swimming pools.
BLOOD PROTOZOA:
MALARIA - this is a blood parasite transmitted by mosquitoes that affects red blood cells.
BLASTOCYSTIS HOMINIS - this is a very common microscopic parasitic organism that is found throughout the world. Infection is called blastocystosis or blasto. Symptoms include loose stools, diarrhea, abdominal pain, anal itching, weight loss and excessive gas. They can remain in the intestines for weeks, months and YEARS. It is unknown at this time how blasto is transmitted.
GIARDIA LAMBIA - They live in drinking water and are not affected by chlorine because of their hard outer shell. They cause severe stomach infections that are routinely misdiagnosed as the stomach flu, the stomach bug or a stomach virus with severe diarrhea and abdominal pain. The infection also causes gas and greasy stools that tend to float, fatigue, nausea, weight loss and dehydration. It is estimated that 50% of drinking water in the United States has the Giardia Lambia present. The symptoms show 1-2 weeks after infection and can last for 2-6 weeks. A giardia infection is very contagious.
CRYPTOSPORIDIUM - this parasite comes from run off water from cattle farms. The infection is called Cryptosporidiosis - also known as crypto. This parasite is protected by an outer shell that allows it to survive outside the body for long periods of time. This shell also makes it resistant to disinfectants. They are ideal carriers for many of our autoimmune diseases. During the past 2 decades, crypto has become recognized as one of the most common causes of waterborne disease within humans in the United States. It may be found in drinking water and recreational water in EVERY REGION of the United States AND throughout the WORLD. The most common symptom of cryptosporidiosis is watery diarrhea. Other symptoms include dehydration, weight loss, stomach cramps and/or pain, fever, nausea and vomiting. Symptoms show 2-10 days after becoming infected and can last for 1-2 weeks.
AMERICAN TRYPANOSOMIASIS - also called Chagas Disease is an infection c aused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. Worldwide, it is estimated that 16-18 million people are infected - of those, 50,000 will die each year. 20%-30% of infected people will develop the most severe symptoms TEN to FORTY YEARS after the initial infection. These symptoms include cardiac problems ,swollen esophagus and/or swollen large bowel.
TUBERCULOSIS- this parasite lives in the white blood cells and kills over 3 million people per year.
LYMPHATIC FILARIASIS-this disease is caused by microscopic, thread-like worms. The adult worms only live in the human lymph system. The human lymph system maintains the body's fluid balance and fights infections. An adult worm lives for 5-7 years - when the adults mate, millions of microscopic eggs are passed onto the blood. Symptoms are not usually felt until after the adult worms die - because the lymph system is infected, fluid collects and causes swelling in the arms, legs and breasts. In men, the genital area also becomes swollen. Also, the swelling and decreased function of the lymph system makes it difficult for the body to fight off infections - so people with this parasite will have more bacterial infections.
PFISTERIA - come from undercooked or raw fish (sushi)
E COLI - this one comes from contaminated meat that is not fully cooked.
LEISHMANIASIS - from sand flies, this parasite infects the skin and causes skin sores and can cause internal damage to the spleen, liver and the bone marrow. The skin sores are called cutaneous leishmaniasis - they can change in shape and size over time. They look sort of like a volcano with a raised edge and central crater. Sometimes scabs form - and the sores can be painless OR painful. Some people have swollen glands near the sores. Internal leishmaniasis is called visceral leishmaniasis and is marked by fever, weight loss, an enlarged spleen and liver and swollen glands. New cases of cutaneous leishmaniasis number 1.5 BILLION per year worldwide while the visceral leishmaniasis new yearly cases number 500,000. Infection can last for years and it only takes one bite from a sand fly to obtain the initial parasite.
LISTERIA - from chicken
TRICHINELLA - from pork
SPIROCHETE - this parasite is carried by lice, ticks, fleas, mites and flying biting insects who all transmit them to humans. They cause relapsing fever, jaundice, Lyme disease, Vincent angina and Wyles disease.
ENTAMOEBA HISTOLYTICA - this is the most pathogenic amoeba for humans. It comes from contaminated water and foodstuffs and is spread through the anal - oral route. The infection causes bloody stools, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. They also affect the lungs and the brain. It usually takes 1-4 weeks for symptoms to show after becoming infected. The symptoms include loose stools, stomach pain and stomach cramping.
BALANTINIUM COLI - this comes from water that is contaminated with pig feces, such as pig farm run off water. This parasite stays in the intestinal mucous and causes diarrhea.
STRONGYLOIDES STERCORALIS - this is the most unusual of all of the parasites known to man. They can live with or without a host. The females can reproduce without a male. They infect the skin, then migrate to the lungs where they are coughed up and swallowed by the host. They then settle into the small intestine where they mature and reproduce.
ACANTHAMOEBA - can enter the skin through a cut, wound, or through the nostrils. Once inside the body, amebas can travel to the lungs and through the bloodstream to other parts of the body, especially the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord).
CYCLOSPORIASIS - First case reported in 1979 - it is now found worldwide. Symptoms include watery, explosive diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss, bloating, gas, cramps, nausea, vomiting, muscle aches, l ow-grade fever and fatigue. Symptoms show about one week after becoming infected and can last for days to months in cycles.
DIENTAMOEBA FRAGILIS - this parasite lives in the large intestines - it is found worldwide. Symptoms include diarrhea, stomach pain and cramping, loss of appetite, weight loss, nausea and fatigue. This parasite infection stays in the large intestine - it does not spread to other parts of the body.
THE NEMATODES (ROUNDWORMS)
These are what most people think of when it comes to human parasites. They are the pinworms, the whipworms, and the hookworms. They are of course bigger than the one-celled protozoa, but they are all round and small and can cause a staggering amount of damage. It is a big misconception that we actually eat worms to become infected - we actually ingest the microscopic eggs which then hatch in our bodies.
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PINWORMS - the #1 parasite in the North America and Europe. They cause an itchy anus, digestive problems, irritability and insomnia. They are the most readily seen of all of the species of parasites because they live in the colon and they come out at night to lay their eggs in the anus and on bedclothes. The adults are white and 1/2 inch long. The eggs can become airborne and are able to live without host for 2 days.
They are also transmitted by the anus - hand - mouth route. School age children followed by preschoolers have the highest infestation rates. If one member of a family has pinworms, it is highly likely that all members are infected. Children in day care centers and institutional settings are also at high risk for infestation from other children. If a child scratches, then touches something, the microscopic eggs are easily left for another child to put into their mouth.
HOOKWORMS - are also called ``Necator Americanus'' which means the American Murderer. They come from contaminated food and water. The eggs hatch in the intestines then migrate to the lungs through the bloodstream where they are coughed up and swallowed. They then travel back to the small intestine to reproduce. In the lungs they can cause pneumonia . In the intestines they hook themselves into the intestinal walls where each one drinks up to 1cc of blood per day causing bleeding and tissue death, not to mention anemia weakness. Hookworms from dogs and cats penetrate human skin and stay there causing skin problems and rashes including edema.
(We get these from pets licking us or us petting or grooming them.) Hookworms also cause asthma, eye pain, insomnia, and dry skin and hair. Itching and a rash at the site of where skin touched soil or sand is usually the first sign of infection. These symptoms occur when the larvae penetrate the skin. While a light infection may cause no symptoms, heavy infection can cause anemia, abdominal pain, diarrhea, l oss of appetite, and weight loss. Heavy, chronic infections can cause stunted growth and mental development.
WHIPWORMS - attach themselves to the intestinal wall where they inject their digestive fluid into the tissue which then turns into a liquid. They then suck up this liquid. This causes anemia, bloody stools, lower abdominal pain, weight loss and nausea. Each female can lay 10,000 eggs per day and each adult can live for several years. When the eggs are passed out through your feces (unseen) they are able to live for three weeks without a host. If you touch an object (public shopping cart, salt shaker, doorknob, etc.) that has an egg on it, then put your finger in your mouth - you are infected.
ASCARIS - is a round worm that lives in the small intestine. Adult female worms can grow to over 12 inches in length - adult males are smaller. Ascariasis is the most common human worm infection - children are infected more often than adults. Most people have no symptoms that are noticeable, but infection in children may cause slower growth and slower weight gain. If you are heavily infected, you may have abdominal pain. Sometimes, while the immature worms migrate through the lungs, you may cough and have difficulty breathing. If you have a very heavy worm infection, your intestines may become blocked. You may cough up an ascaris larvae or pass an adult worm in your stool. Ascaris eggs are found in human feces. After feces contaminates the soil, the eggs become infectious after a few weeks.
Infection occurs when a person accidentally ingests (swallows) infectious microscopic Ascaris eggs. Once in the stomach, immature worms hatch from the eggs. The larvae are carried through the lungs and then to the throat where they are swallowed. Once swallowed, they reach the intestines and develop into adult worms. Adult female worms lay eggs that are then passed in feces; this cycle will take between 2-3 months.
BAYLISASCARIS - this roundworm infects raccoons and other animals including humans. The eggs can live in the soil for YEARS. Humans become infected when they accidentally ingest the microscopic eggs from water, soil or other objects. The eggs hatch into larvae which travel through the body affecting organs and muscles. The symptoms - which can take a week or more to show - include nausea, fatigue, liver enlargement, loss of coordination and loss of muscle control. Severe cases can cause blindness and coma.
SCHISTOSOMIASIS - this infection comes from contaminated fresh water. Days after infection, itchy skin or a rash develops - after 1-2 months, fever, chills, cough and muscle aches set in. The body reacts to the eggs produced by these worms, not the worms themselves. The eggs can be found in the brain, spinal cord and can cause seizures, spinal cord inflammation and paralysis. The parasite can damage the liver, intestines, lungs and bladder.
THE TREMATODES (FLUKES)
The flukes are the hardest parasites to get rid of as they can stay in the human body for 10-20 years with each adult fluke living for one year. Flukes come from raw fish, undercooked water plants (such as watercress) and are also carried by dogs, cats and other fish-eating animals. They are also found in beef, chicken, pork and unwashed vegetables.
LIVER FLUKES- infect billary ducts and gall bladders. They start out as small white flattish worms - wider on one end and more narrow on the other. The young adults are various shades of pink while the older adults are bright red to almost black in color. The longer they live in the liver - the darker in color they become because the blood from the liver stains their skin.
LUNG FLUKES - are found in the lungs and are sometimes mistaken for lung cancer on x-rays. They cause cough, blood tinged mucous, and vague chest pains.
BLOOD FLUKES - travel all over the human body and into all organs including the brain and spinal cord. They can cause seizures and they destroy red blood cells.
THE CESTODES (TAPEWORMS)
Most tapeworms are 1/2 inch long and are a grayish white color, but there are some species that can grow to 33 feet long and can lay over 1 million eggs per day. Tapeworm bodies are mostly reproductive organs. Their head hooks into the intestinal wall, the length of their bodies is made up of section that are nothing but ovaries and testes for reproduction and their ``tails'' release these eggs. These eggs hatch into larvae that can migrate to other parts of the
human body and can form cysts. Even if the sections are broken off, the tapeworm can regenerate itself from only it's head. Some tapeworms can live for 25 years.
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PORK TAPEWORMS - are carried by undercooked pork or by the anus- hand-mouth route. They can incubate in the human body for up to 30 years before reproducing. They can affect the eyes and the brain. The infection is called CYSTICERCOSIS. When the cysticerci are found in the brain, the condition is called neurocysticercosis. Once inside the body, the tapeworm egg hatches, penetrates the intestine, travels through the bloodstream and may develop into cysticerci in the muscles, brain or eyes. Signs and symptoms of infection will depend on how many there are and where in the body they are located. You may feel lumps in the muscles, under the skin.
They may float in the eyes causing blurry or disturbed vision. They c an also cause swelling of the eyes. In the brain, they cause headaches and seizures - they also cause confusion, lack of attention, balance difficulties and swelling of the brain (hydrocephalus). Heavy infections can cause sudden death.
FISH TAPEWORM - this is the largest of the species, it can grow to 33 feet in length. It causes anemia, water retention and weight gain as it makes the host uncontrollably hungry.
DOG TAPEWORMS - are passed along to us from cats and dogs through petting and grooming. It is called DIPYLIDIUM CANINUM - it is found throughout the world. The adult tapeworm is made up of many small segments - the tapeworm itself can measure 4-28 inches long - each segment is about the size of a grain of rice. As the adult tapeworms matures inside the intestines, these segments break off and pass in the stool - they look like grains of rice - are hard and are a white/slightly yellowish color.
These segments are about 2mm long and are what contains the tapeworm eggs.
Alveolar Echinococcosis - AE disease results from being infected with the larval stage of Echinococcus multilocularis, a microscopic tapeworm (1-4 millimeters) found in foxes, coyotes, dogs, and cats. Although human cases are rare, infection in humans causes parasitic tumors to form in the liver, and, less commonly, the lungs, brain, and other organs.
If left untreated, infection with AE can be fatal. AE is caused by tumor-like or cyst-like tapeworm larvae growing in the body. AE usually involves the liver, but can spread to other organs of the body. Because the cysts are slow-growing, infection with AE may not produce any symptoms for many years. Pain or discomfort in the upper abdominal region, weakness, and weight loss may occur as a result of the growing cysts. Symptoms may mimic those of liver cancer and cirrhosis of the liver.
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Please read the following - it is IMPORTANT information about a new American Epidemic called Morgellons Disease - It's a parasite infection that causes "fibers" to come out of skin lesions - the fibers themselves are alive - MANY people with Morgellons are being told that it is "all in their heads". This has gotten quite a bit of national press lately and we have been flooded with questions and concerns. Here is an informative report:
The Following Six Signs or Symptoms Are The Basis of Morgellons Disease 1. Skin lesions, both spontaneously appearing and self-generated, with intense itching. The former may initially appear as ``urticarial-like'', or as ``pimple-like'' with or without a white center.
The latter appear as linear or ``picking'' excoriations. Even when not self-generated, lesions often progress to open wounds that heal abnormally and usually incompletely. (e.g., heal very slowly with discolored epidermis or seal over with a thick gelatinous outer layer.)
2. Crawling sensations, both within and on the skin surface. Often conceptualized by the patient as ``bugs moving, stinging or biting'' intermittently. Besides the general dermis, may also involve the scalp, nares, ear canal, and body hair or hair follicles. The sensations are at times related to the presence of easily seen insects, arthropods, and other human and non-human associated parasites that require serious attention from the observing clinician.
3. Fatigue significant enough to interfere with the activities for daily living. 4. Cognitive difficulties, including measurable short term memory and attention deficit, as well as difficulty processing thoughts correctly. Described by patients as "brain fog".
5. Behavioral effects are common in many patients. Many have been or will be diagnosed as Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. A minority do not show this pattern.
Almost all, if previously seen by well-read physicians without prolonged observation, will have been labeled as ``Delusional Parasitosis''. Temporal relationship to skin lesion onset is not known. 6.``Fibers'' are reported in and on skin lesions. They are generally described by patients as white, but clinicians also report seeing blue, green, red, and black fibers, that fluoresce when viewed under ultraviolet light (Wood's lamp).
Objects described as ``granules'', similar in size and shape to sand grains, can occasionally be removed from either broken or intact skin by physicians, but are commonly reported by patients. Patients report seeing black ``specks'' or ``dots'' on or in their skin, as well as unusual 1-3 mm ``fuzzballs'' both in their lesions and on (or falling from) intact skin.
OTHER COMMONLY REPORTED SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS 1. Change in visual acuity. 2. Numerous neurological findings. A variety of neurological symptoms have been reported. Some patients have been diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Multiple Sclerosis, and other well-known and recognized disorders, while others display significant symptoms not falling into any well-defined neurological category. 3. Gastrointestinal symptoms, which may include dyspepsia, gastroesophageal reflux, and/or changes in bowel habits often similar to Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
4. Neuropsychiatric symptoms and signs, ranging from mood or personality changes to diagnosed disorders including Attention Deficit Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and occasionally frank psychosis. Temporal relationship to skin lesion onset is not known
5. Acute changes in skin texture and pigment. The skin is variously thickened and thinned, with an irregular texture and irregular hyperpigmentation pattern. The changes resemble age associated sun-exposure skin damage, but typically appear acutely
6. Skin examination often reveals excoriated and/or crusted lesions which, on examination with lighted magnification, are seen to have inclusions of variously colored (white, blue, black, or red) fibers. Skin examination may also reveal multiple hyper-pigmented macules, and an increase of what appears to be villous hair on arms and face. 7. Arthralgias are reported by many patients.
8. Associated diagnoses which have been commonly reported in this patient population include Borreliosis (better known as Lyme Disease), Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
OTHER COMMONLY REPORTED OBSERVATIONS 1. Most patients will have sought care from multiple medical care providers. A large number will have been diagnosed with Delusional Parasitosis likely because of the juxtaposition of unexplained skin lesions and sensations and psychiatric overlay. Unfortunately, almost none will have received an appropriate diagnostic physical examination (particularly a microscopic or biopsy examination of lesions), but will have been diagnosed by history alone with grossly incomplete observation.
2. Most of these patients feel abandoned by the traditional medical care system and have sought alternative care providers or have self medicated, seriously compounding an already difficult medical situation
LABORATORY AND OTHER DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION To date, there have been no formal laboratory or imaging studies done in this patient group. There are some reasonably consistent clinical findings, however, that need further examination, in controlled studies, to be corroborated or refuted.
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Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
I'm just upping this since someone sent me 2 e-mails about the subject....
I'm not an expert on the subject. I just started learning about it, myself.
You could probably get a PhD in studying just one aspect of parasites...
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
I've had various types of parasites. According to muscle testing, I'm dealing with an ascaris infection now. I've seen two recently in my stool. Yeah when they're 12 in long, you don't miss them.
My first big improvement with Lyme treatment was when I did a parasite cleanse. Don't underestimate the importance of it. I also had a HUGE tapeworm.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Sparkle,
Thanks for all the great info. I have researched the Morgellons info in the past. Everyone with Morgellons has been dx with Lyme disease.
I noticed that the so-called fibers look exactly like the colored fibers on lymephotos. Morgellons is just a name someone like you or I came up with. I really think it is caused by the Filarial Worms.
Six,
I have/had the ascaris infection also. Be on the lookout for the eggs as well. I understand from Hulda Clark that cloves is the only herb that kills the eggs. Do you know?
The worms that came out of me measured 18-20". I couldn't believe it. I had a lot of them. Hopefully, there gone but one can never be too sure. I am on my second day of Humaworm just to make sure. Still on salt/c as well.
I agree, we can't underestimate the importance of this. I think if we get rid of the parasites, we have a much better chance of getting well.
Thanks for posting this invaluable info.
Gael
Posted by lakes592 (Member # 18905) on :
Thanks for the info.Is it safe to do all these while rifing? I just order a Dan Tracy and am so excited. I can't wait to get off these antibiotics that are tearing up my insides. I will take them if I have to but need a break and want to give rifing a try.
Take Care, Ann
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
You might want to connect with the lymestrategies group. These are the people that have Lyme and are doing salt/c, rifing etc
Gael
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
I don't know if I would mix them. They are all very strong treatments.
You may be able to alternate them but just go slow & be cautious.
I've read that many people with Lyme have great success with the Rife machines.
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Thanks, that's great, springshowers.
I didn't want to think I had parasites but I do! I'm taking a black walnut hull, wormwood, & clove herbal formula & it's working!
I'll spare everyone the gory details.
I think this may have been my bottleneck for getting well all of these years.
Posted by 2roads (Member # 4409) on :
Sparkle,
That's the Hulda Clark strategy.
How long are you on it for and what is your regiment?
What symptoms are improving for you?
Where did you get the formula?
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
I PMed you, 2 roads...
Posted by m0joey (Member # 13494) on :
I'm gonna start zapping with the ultimate zapper --I tested well for this as a broad-spectrum bug killer--and humaworm customized without cascara sagrada and senna--we can do without the harsh laxatives.
The Ultimate Zapper seems to be the most powerful zapper (per curezone) and has a lifetime warranty.
I have no financial ties to either company.
Posted by shimmy (Member # 15883) on :
Joey, I just wanted to ask you did you feel energised at all when you first started taking the Super Wormwood Blend? I started taking it today and do seem to have more energy and a bit less brain fog but I've also just started energy tapping too, so it could be that, so was curious about your experience..
Thnx
Posted by seekhelp (Member # 15067) on :
All of a sudden parasites is the hot topic on LN..lol. Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
I think it's alot more prevalent than most of us would like to realize. Especially, with Lyme.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Seek,
The lymephotos site was always about the parasites that Lyme patients probably have. The salt/c seemed to take over as the topic instead of the parasites as the focus.
Even though I still believe strongly in the salt/c protocol. I also think that the parasite/worm connection is a huge problem in Lyme patients and if we don't eradicate them it will be very difficult to get well.
Persistence is the key whether you are taking antiparasitic herbs or salt/c etc. They have to be repeated many times. I hope I am being clear and that is why I started the Filarial Worm thread connection.
Sparkle has been great in helping with and bringing forth a lot of excellent info on this subject. I hope this makes sense,
Gael
Posted by linky123 (Member # 19974) on :
In regard to Super Wormwood Blend, how much do you take? How long to see effects?
How long to complete treatment? Is it ok to take along with antibiotics?
This is all too gross for words. Thanks.
Linky
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
The Humaworm has wormwood, black walnut, and cloves .... the three basic items for the Hulda Clark parasite cleanse, and has many other herbs as well.
Anyone have a problem with fish roundworms? That one has shown up as a problem for me.
Posted by R62 (Member # 18531) on :
Does anyone know how a KMT compares to a zapper? Its electrical with a parasite setting.
Posted by shimmy (Member # 15883) on :
Hi Linky
I'm just going to build up the super wormwood and see how I go, Ive had feelings of nausea already just on one capsule so I guess its doing something.
Ive no idea how long it will take im just going to finish the pot and see how I feel, tho with parasites as people have said its normally recommended to continue to treat every so often as its so easy to pick them up from food, water, other people, animals etc. at least if you read Hulda Clark's The Cure for All Diseases which can make you rather paranoid!!
Also ideally its best if you combine with cloves as that will target the eggs.
I should imagine that its fine to take with abx.
I should add that I'm taking the wormwood for worms, im not doing a full parasite cleanse, the 3 herbs sixgoofykids mentioned are best for that.
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
I'm taking a blend with black walnut hulls, wormwood, & cloves...
I feel like crap today. It's like some kind of herx. Mostly pain in my shoulders & back, some naseaua (spelling?). I've been eating light & having some juices & ginger & green tea.
Also clay & psylium & some charcoal. Yesterday, I felt somewhat better but today it's back down to feeling crappy.
I saw some flukes come out. I haven't seen anything else. I hope this works!
Does anyone know if these herbs can cause a Lyme herx or if it's something related to parasites?
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Sparkle,
You definitely can herx from those herbs. I think they can cause a Lyme herx as well as a parasite herx.
I have Bells Palsy of the gut and that is one of the places borrelia resides as well as parasites and some worms. Hope you feel better, but hey at least you know the herbs are working.
Gael
Posted by m0joey (Member # 13494) on :
I did feel somewhat better on the wormwood. It tested well for cryptostrongylus pulmoni
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
I am just now considering parasites as the cause of some of my troubles.
When my LLMD mentioned it to me this week I was shocked. Never in a million years did I think I had that problem. Honestly, I didn't even know it was possible to have a problem in humans.
So, now I am trying to educate myself and this is an excellent place to start.
I am having two stool test done next week. One for parasites and one yeast. In a way I hope they find something so I will know what is wrong with me and in a way I hope they don't because this topic makes me squeamish.
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
quote:Originally posted by sixgoofykids: I've had various types of parasites. According to muscle testing, I'm dealing with an ascaris infection now. I've seen two recently in my stool. Yeah when they're 12 in long, you don't miss them.
My first big improvement with Lyme treatment was when I did a parasite cleanse. Don't underestimate the importance of it. I also had a HUGE tapeworm.
Did you notice immediate improvement in your symptoms? I am wondering if you were suffering from low energy or hypoglycemia.
I have it in my mind these two conditions of mine might be related to parasites.
Thanks,
Leelee
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
m0joey- you said you had some sort of precise parasite test on the Progurt thread. Do you think you have parasites despite of the test? Or was the test just for specific types of bugs?
I think there are lot of parasites that they may not even test for that may be microscopic. I not getting phobic about it. I just think this is a big possibility.
The anti-parasitic herb may help in any case.
Someone posted a link to an article that says that cytomeglia (CMV) virus may be responsible for high blood pressure. The more research they do, the more likely they will see that many health issues may be caused by things that they never knew.
The thing I find that is mind blowing is that the parasites themselves may have viruses or fungus...
Parasites with parasites...
Posted by m0joey (Member # 13494) on :
Of course no test is fool-proof otherwise I wouldn't be taking humaworm and taking up a zapper
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
hi sparkle,
i was going to try to read most of this, but it's gone SUPER WIDE; took me forever to figure out why since NO long email address was shown.
it's your LONG LINE going across the page; please edit where each of these long lines are to 50-75% of length you had; then it will go back to NORMAL width reading.
also, can't remember who, but someone posting towards the bottom, please break up your post by adding DOUBLE SPACING between each paragraph so we neuros can read/comprehend what you have posted.
sparkle, some of your informative paragraphs went on forever; could you break them up also? big thanks xox
to both of you, just click on the POST WITH LONG LINES in, click PENCIL, 3rd box to right of your name to open up text to correct the problems.
big thanks; i'm interested in this, and gael has been a good source of info.
once the problems are straightened out, i'll add to my home file links package that used to be online to help others .... Posted by shimmy (Member # 15883) on :
Thnx Joey, I hve that worm too and I think the wormwood is helping me so far.
Sparkle as far as I understand stool tests will only be able to pick up parasites in the large intestine, not ones that might be harbouring further up the digestive tract in the small intestine or the liver etc. Its very difficult to pick these up, although I guess if you are energy testing that might give you more answers.
I guess its very much like metals in that regard isnt it that in that there is no regular test that will tell exactly where they are and how much of a load you are carrying, some tests might suggest it but otherwise you go by your symptoms and see if you respond to treatment.
Hulda Clark of course says that all illnesses are due to parasites (plus metals & other pollutants) so if you are ill just assume you have them and treat anyway.
[ 05-17-2009, 09:57 AM: Message edited by: shimmy ]
Posted by shimmy (Member # 15883) on :
Ive started tapping (doing MFT similar to EFT) the last couple days too and feel that its really helping to trigger the release of bile as Ive had a lot of green bowel movements today, which I havent had for a long time. The only other new thing I'm doing is taking Super Wormwood Blend and I cant imagine that is causing this reaction although I guess I cant be certain.
It involves tapping on specific points on the meridians eg gallbladder, which is what made me suspect it is down to that.
Anyway I just wanted to post this for anyone else who has liver congestion as if it is the tapping, I'm really surprised and impressed that its having this effect and just shows what a powerful effect it is having on my system. Plus its another more gentle option for people & free too!!
If anyone else tries it and gets similar results Id love to hear.
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Someone here gave me some info about the tapping but I always forget to do it. I heard that Dr K & some other man invented it (MFT) but the EFT people took over. I don't know if i would say they "stole' it but I don't know. I don't know enough about it.
Good to hear it helps.
So much to study!
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
quote:Originally posted by Leelee: Did you notice immediate improvement in your symptoms? I am wondering if you were suffering from low energy or hypoglycemia.
I have it in my mind these two conditions of mine might be related to parasites.
Thanks,
Leelee
I felt worse before I felt better. This was about a year and a half ago for me that I first treated for parasites. I was about 8 months or so into Lyme treatment. I was very ill at the time.
Bart and parasite treatment lifted the fog for me for the first time and I was able to enjoy some normal activities like bike rides, etc. I still couldn't over do it, but I had some times that I felt like a real person again.
I did have extremely low energy. I do have hypoglycemia, but I think it's unrelated and I control it by diet. You might look at the kryptopyrroluria thread, it's been a huge help for me.
Posted by shimmy (Member # 15883) on :
Yes I know what you mean, I'd heard of EFT helping some people recover from CFS yrs ago but I never got round to trying it properly myself as I was either occupied with something else or like you would just forget.
I'm really glad I'm trying it now tho as I feel its really doing something and its helped me to think about it terms of "finger acupuncture" so makes it a more viable therapy for me.
Yes theres a lot to learn isnt there??!!
Posted by m0joey (Member # 13494) on :
i think treating emotional issues is probably the most important step to long-term recovery, along with changing the body's environment (pH & oxygen levels).
It's not about killing every bug. It's about keeping them benign.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
I have done EFT, psychotherapy, Insight, meditation for 4 mos straight, Reiki, juicing, acupuncture, Chakra balancing ph miracle program for a number of months and got rid of a lot of emotional stuff.
But really, the ONLY things that are getting rid of these infections is to treat aggressively and kill these pathogens that have invaded my body. I have seen some fierce looking parasites exit my body into the toilet!! I for one want them ALL out of me before they do any more damage.
Gael
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
glm, do you feel any better since you have begun treatment?
Also, how long does it usually take to completely rid oneself of the parasites?
I started Lyme, Barts and Babs treatments in April. Is it too soon to try and get rid of the parasites too? I am at a loss.
I want to talk to my LLMD about this subject more, but don't have an appointment for two more weeks.
Thanks for any advice you can give me.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Leelee,
According to Dr. K. getting rid of the parasites and worms makes it easier to get rid of the rest of the infections. It is like peeling an onion.
The worms hold onto and protect the bacteria. If your LLMD is not in touch with the fact that parasites are a MAJOR problem with Lyme patients then you need to educate him.
If he is resistent then find a ND that is familiar, but don't ignore this. It can take several yrs to get rid of them depending on how long you have had them. They are master survivalists.
Gael
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
Anyone know what the connection is between parasites and thick, whitish stuff? Is it some kind of protection for them?
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Six,
Could you explain in more detail, like where do you see it exuding from etc. I have experienced sticky goo on my scalp and from under my breasts in conjunction with a rash.
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
I have been taking humaworm for about 2 months. I have thick slivia, I am wondering if this is due to parasites.
I really believe their is a missing link to all this lyme stuff. I also think Gail has hit the nail on the head with some of us that's aren't well, after years of treatment.
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
The thick white stuff about the size of a wine cork was in the toilet. It more or less maintained it's shape. It was such a large amount that it seemed like it must be something relevant. Happened twice, two trips to the bathroom in a row. Nothing else with it.
To life, do you drink enough? You should pulse the Humaworm .... 30 days on, 90 days off, according to the Humaworm website. It's very strong stuff.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Hi TO LIFE,
Drooling is one of the symptoms of parasites, so I would imagine that thick saliva could fit into that category. Just so you know, I think you are only suppossed to take humaworm every 90 days.
There are in-between herbs that you csn take and also the liver and kidney flushes. I am also doing humaworm for the first time and plan on doing the in-between herbs.
AliP is the one that told me about the in-between herbs. You can also check out the symptom list at humaworm. Yes, I absolutely believe that Parasites and worms are the missing link from my own and others experiences. I really believe getting rid of them is key to the road back to health.
Gael
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
I have been on abx for two months. Is there a good time for me to start Humaworm?
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
It seems like so much speculation in this thread. I'm not saying parasites aren't very real. Just a lot of maybe this, maybe that. I guess I'm a black and white kind of guy.
I may try Humaworm one more time some month. Didn't do squat for me the first time, but you never know.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Ummm...people seeing parasites and worms in the toilet is not speculation. Trying to get rid of them takes persistence over many months even yrs depending on how long you are sick.
One humaworm treatment is not enough. I did 6 months straight of some very strong Chinese herbs and then started salt/c. Stuff came pouring out of me for weeks. They are masters at survival.
You may want to take what's called the in between herbs as well. Seek, wasn't that a picture of a worm that you posted when you did humaworm? Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
quote:Originally posted by seekhelp: It seems like so much speculation in this thread. I'm not saying parasites aren't very real. Just a lot of maybe this, maybe that. I guess I'm a black and white kind of guy.
I may try Humaworm one more time some month. Didn't do squat for me the first time, but you never know.
Send me your address, I'll show you it's not speculation. :-D
I'll check out the link Sparkle. Thanks.
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
quote:Originally posted by sparkle7: Might be mucoid plaque, six. (?)
No, no, this was clear. Ewww, that sounds soooo gross! LOL! Maybe related though? idk
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Leelee,
To answer your question, I feel 80-90% better since treating for parasites. It saved my life,
Gael
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
quote:Originally posted by glm1111: Leelee,
To answer your question, I feel 80-90% better since treating for parasites. It saved my life,
Gael
Thank you, glm. I will speak to my LLMD about this as I really think it may be a problem for me.
I am glad you are better. Your positive recovery gives me inspiration too.
You may have mentioned this earlier, I am sorry I can't remember. How far along in Lyme treatment were you before addressing the parasites and were you tested for them prior to treatment?
Thank you!
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Hi Gael & Six,
I hope these lines find you on the way to good health.
Thanks so much for your wisdom, I will give the humaworm a rest.
I just got to figure out what to take next.
Much Love
Posted by seekhelp (Member # 15067) on :
Six, e-mail address? Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
TO LIFE,
They have what is called in between herbs that you can take...liver and kidney herbs etc. Just ask them if you don't see it listed,
Gael
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Leelee,
I was dx in 1999 by LLMD. It was not until 2005 that I was aware of the parasite/worm connection. That's when I started to treat them. I was tested many times including stool tests. Nothing showed up.
From an e-mail I just received from Lymedocs, even when testing the worm itself it did not show a positive test. A number of LLMDs that follow Dr. K. use ART testing because the tests for Ova & Parasites are so unreliable.
Maybe ask your doctor if he is familiar with Dr. K. You might have to educate your doctor on this subject. If he is not open to the parasite/worm connection,
I would find someone who is. A Naturopathic Doctor might be a good avenue for you to pursue. Hope this clarifys,
Gael
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
No, Seek, I'm not taking pictures, if you want a worm, I'm sending you one. Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
Thank you glm. Your reply was very helpful. If you don't mind another question....how does one go about finding a naturopathic doctor?
I like my LLMD and I haven't really discussed parasites or yeast with him other than to request stool tests. But, I might want to see an ND too.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Leelee,
Post under seeking a doctor for your area. You can also try searching on the internet for NDs in your area. Then ask for references. You can also call your local health food store, they might know someone reputable
Gael
Posted by springshowers (Member # 19863) on :
If anyone is interested This is a parasite cleanse I have been trying out and it is quite potent
ATRIUM Parasit X 90C DETAILS: INGREDIENTS: SERVING SIZ: 2 caps/SERVINGS PER CONTAINER: 45 AMOUNT PER SERVING: Black Walnut Hulls(Juglans Nigra).......200 mg Cloves(Syzgium Armaticum)...............150 mg Pumpkin Seed(Cucurbita Pepo)............150 mg Wormwood(Artemisia Absinthium)...........50 mg Grapefruit Seed Extract.................100 mg Pau D'Arco(Tabecuia Impetiginosa).......100 mg Butternut Root Bark(Juglans Cinerea).....50 mg Slippery Elm(Ulmus Fulva)................50 mg Senna(Cassia Augustifolia)...............50 mg Cascara Sagrada Bark(Rhamnus Purshianus).50 mg Garlic(Allium Sativum)...................25 mg Wood Betony(Betonica Officinalis)........25 mg Papain(Papaya)..........................100 mg Bromelain(Pineapple)....................100 mg Gelatin cap, Rice Powder, Magnesium Stearate. DV not established. RECOMMENDED USAGE: Take 2 capsules three times daily with 8 oz. of water or as otherwise directed by your health care professional. For routine semi-annual parasite prevention, take 2 capsules three times daily for 15 days. For active parasite cleansing, take 2 capsules three times daily for 15 days. Wait 7 days, then repeat the 15 day cleansing program. NOTE: Consult your health care professional before consuming this product, if you are pregnant or nursing.
Posted by springshowers (Member # 19863) on :
Here is Humaworm ingredients I just thought it would be good to post these ingredients for people to view
TOTAL 2,950 mg per daily serving. Dosage is 2 capsules in the morning and 2 more capsules 12 hours later. EXAMPLE: Take 2 capsules at 7am then 2 more at 7pm. Take your HUMAWORM at least 30 minutes before meals - this will ensure that the parasites will get a good belly full of parasite killing herbs instead of your good nutrition!
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Hi Spring,
I would like to give it a go. Could you please share the link? Hugs
Posted by keltyl (Member # 14050) on :
And back to this worm thing. I'm very curious if anyone besides me had any allergic reactions to any of these parasite concoctions.
Itried Huma and got hives all over my legs. I was bound and determined to finish the round, then I started getting a little respritory problem. Only made it 11 days.
From an experience several yrs ago, I suspected I may have an allergy to pau d'arco. Have LLMD appoint soon, and will discuss with him trying it without it.
Just curious if anyone else has had a problem, or if I'm just the oddball.
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
Humaworm will leave out any ingredient you're allergic to.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
I find when I do any strong herbs, I get some skin reactions. I have gotten small hives that come and go and cuts on my hands.(these are parasites pushing through the skin.)
I didn't have any respiratory problems. You might have lung worms and they are being purged. You might want to call the people at hymaworm and see what they have to say.
Cetainly if you think it's an allergic reaction to one of the ingredients they can adjust like six suggested.
Gael
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Spring showers,
Thanks for jumping in and posting all that helpful and informative info.
Gael
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Thanks so much Spring.
I have made progress with humaworm.
Gael, has hit the nail on the head with parsites being involved.
I bought a cheap zapper I hope that will help as well.
Hugs
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
gael heard back from ILADS HQ and doesn't know how to copy/paste so asked my assistance in doing so; so here goes:
1st reply ... breaking them up as normal for neuros!
Filial Worms **************
I find a lot of parasites, including filarial worms, in my practice using ART (Dietrich Klinghardt's form of muscle-testing).
For the most part, there are no commercially-available tests to confirm or deny the presence of these organisms; and the standard "stool O&P" is inconvenient and insensitive even for finding organisms that are in the gut.
I usually treat these people with 6 weeks of 'Para-A,' a botanical extract, followed by three days of Stromectol (ivermectin).
The text books call for just a single dose of ivermectin but I find this to be consistently inadequate - patients come back still with symptoms and still muscle-testing for the same parasites.
I'm not sure if the worms are coming from the tick bites since I'm usually able to at least illicit a history of travel to a tropical destination where the bugs are endemic.
I do feel that parasites and viruses are a big part of why some Lyme patients don't get better; it seems that the immune system simply cannot fight a war on two fronts if one of those fronts is intracellular bacteria.
As much as I hate the way that treating the results of a muscle test - instead of a lab test - puts me further out on the proverbial liumb, I've had enough successes to conclude that I need to place successful treatment ahead of "guidelines."
Lyme docs know better than anyone how dangerous it can be to make a "clinical" diagnosis in the age of lab tests that are often less sensitive than they are thought to be.
In the case of many parasites, however, there simply are no tests available and muscle-testing is just too big a leap for most LD's, who are already feeling exposed.
Hope this helps.....Dr ...... -----------------------------------------
2nd reply
There are some of us who DO address this issue - Clinically O&P's come back negative usually (and I've even seen that happen with collection jars with VISIBLE worms).
There are a number of other docs who address this issue too. I initially learned about the connection from Dietrich Klinghardt MD.
I will tell you that when treated - my/our patients often DO see dead parasites in their stools.
You may pass this on to the patient who emailed you.
YES - I will tell you that the patients who we suspect may also be dealing with filarial parasites and we treat - they typically respond to overall treatment of TBI's better and in less time as well.
*****************************
3rd reply
Dr. Kilani at Clongen Lab has found a lot of unusual organisms in blood smears. I have been working with him a lot on this.
Some of the organisms look like Toxoplasmosis and others look like possible microfilaria.
He has done a lot of work trying to sequence some organisms- especially unknown bacteria, but needs University level research help.
thanks gael for sharing that they too see a direct connection as stated by no. 2 dr. above! hugs...
Posted by springshowers (Member # 19863) on :
Gael -Thanks for getting all that information. That is great information and very important too!.. Thats great that you went ahead ands started direct correspondence and that they took the time to answer you. I am impressed.
To Life - I ordered the zapper CD and information and was thinking about buying one but have not. How is that working out for you?
My doctor agreed that he has heard of many doctors who have had more success in the overall treatment of a patient with Tick Borne illnesses when they treat with anti parasite herbal formulas along with everything else. I find this helpful and hopeful and continue to consider the various treatments to help with the parasite cleansing and killing.
Including these herbal formulas, artemisinin, salt c, and anti protozoan medications, zappers and others that might help in the fight, or should I say battle. Man your stations everyone!@ : )
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Hi Spring,
I just recieved the zapper and have had to move in the last couple days.
Like you, I 100 percent believe in taking several approaches to address this horror.
I have also bought this cheap tent sauna type thing, I am hopeing it will help with detoxing these bugs.
Much Love
Posted by springshowers (Member # 19863) on :
Thanks Life
Keep us informed after you are able to use it for awhile.
Yep.. I agree.. Several approaches at once has to happen.
What is this tent sauna type thing? I would be interested in hearing about what that is too?
: )
THANKS
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Betty,
Thank You so much for posting the responses for me and breaking up the long e-mail.
You are always such a trooper for everyone here and so helpful to us all.
Gael
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
FYI - from the Humaworm site...
The Symptoms of Parasite Infections
STOMACH & INTESTINAL COMPLICATIONS - The sheer number of parasites in the lower digestive system and the toxic waste produced by them can cause these problems:
Diarrhea
Chronic Constipation
Gas & Bloating
Digestive Problems
Excessive Early Bowel Movements (very explosive bowel movements very soon after eating)
Abdominal Pain
Mucus in the Stools
Leaky Gut
Nausea
Hemorrhoids
Burning in the Stomach
Bloody Stools
FATIGUE - The toxic metabolic waste overloads and overworks the organs of elimination and taxes the central nervous system causing:
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Low Energy
Lethargy
Excessive Weakness
SKIN DISORDERS & ALLERGIES - Parasites that penetrate the skin cause itching. When tissue becomes inflamed from these parasites, the body's white blood cells increase to defend the body. This reaction causes skin rashes and food allergies to appear. Parasites also create toxins and the skin, being the largest organ, tries to remove these toxins which causes many skin problems. Symptoms include:
Dry Skin
Dry Hair
Brittle Hair
Hair Loss
Allergies
Itchy Nose
Itchy Anus
Itchy Skin
Hives
Allergic Reactions to Food
Crawling Sensation Under the Skin
Rashes
Weeping Eczema
Cutaneous Ulcers
Papular Lesions
Swelling
Sores
MOOD & ANXIETY PROBLEMS - Once again, it's the toxic metabolic waste produced by the parasites that attack the central nervous system causing:
Mood Swings
Nervousness
Depression
Forgetfulness
Unclear Thinking
Restlessness
Anxiety
Slow Reflexes
SLEEP DISTURBANCES - The physical presence of the parasites themselves are a nuisance to the human body. The body reacts to them during periods of rest, this in turn produces:
Insomnia
Teeth Grinding During Sleep
Bed Wetting
Drooling While Asleep
Disturbed Sleep - Multiple Awakenings
WEIGHT & APPETITE PROBLEMS - Parasites live undetected by their hosts. They rob the body of all essential nutrients (they get the choicest nutrition from the food you eat) and you are left with the fats, sugars, etc. Many overweight persons are infested with parasites, they stay hungry which leads to overeating because of the parasites. Depending on the type of parasite infestation, many people are malnourished, they can't gain weight, again, because of the parasites. This is why parasites cause:
Weight Gain
Long-Standing Obesity
Loss of Appetite OR
Uncontrollable Hunger Eating More Than Normal BUT Still Feeling Hungry
Inability to Gain or Lose Weight
MUSCLE & JOINT COMPLAINTS - Parasites can travel to almost all soft tissue including in the joints and muscles where they cause cysts and inflammation that is commonly mistaken as arthritis and muscle pain. The toxins from parasites can also pool in the joints and in muscle tissue causing:
Muscle Pain
Joint Pain
Muscle Cramping
Numbness of the Hands and/or Feet
Heart Pain
Pain in The Navel
Pain in the Back, Thighs or Shoulders
Arthritic Pains
Fast Heartbeat
BLOOD DISORDERS - The parasites get the good vitamins, including iron, leading to:
Hypoglycemia
Anemia
SEXUAL & REPRODUCTIVE PROBLEMS - With a weakened immune system caused by parasites and their waste you also can experience:
Male Impotence
Erectile Dysfunction
PMS
Candida - Yeast Infections
Urinary Tract Infections
Cysts & Fibroids
Menstrual Problems
Prostate Problems
Water Retention
OTHER SYMPTOMS - More health problems caused by parasites:
Excessive Saliva
Unclear Vision
Bad Breath
Poor Immune Response
Fever
Respiratory Problems
Peritonitis
Chronic Viral or Bacterial Symptoms
Body Odor
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
No - I do not sell any medical products or things related to Lyme!
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Sparkle,
Thanks again for posting these parasite symptoms. Interesting that many times I see people posting a lot of these symptoms, but still ignore the possible cause. I hope by seeing them here directly folks will become more aware of this very serious problem,
Gael
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
sparkle, yes, thank you; i saw myself over and over when reading down thru this.
do you need a dr. to prescribe or do we buy OTC? *******************************************************
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Whatever you feel comfortable with, betty. I got a black walnut hull combination at the vitamin store just to get started. I tried the tincture & the pills of the herbs. I think the pills are actually stronger than the tincture.
I'm going to get the Humaworm herbs, eventually. They have lots of great products on their website related to cleansing & Lyme, etc. I may get the Hulda Clark protocol & maybe rotate them... MMS may be good to try but I haven't done it yet. It can be very strong - so you have to go slow.
When I realized what was going on, I wanted to get started right away. The herbs are making me herx a bit. I'm also kind of fatigued. I read that the drugs aren't always 100% so, it's the same as with the herbs. The herbs may actually be more effective. I tend to do better with herbs - in any case.
You may have to repeat the protocol with herbs or drugs several times. It's not fun but what can you do...? I noticed that you have to mop up, too - just like with killing Lyme. I've been taking psylium, charcoal & clay on & off.
I've been seeing some dead flukes. They are coming from my liver. They are pretty large to be in my liver. My lower back has been hurting - I believe it may be my liver healing. They make holes in your liver (I read) - so it has to heal when they are expelled.
You just have to keep going forward... There are other parasite that I may not be seeing. It's just good practice to try to kill anything off. The black walnut hulls, wormwood & cloves are supposed to be very effective.
I've been to so many doctors - not 1 has mentioned any of this!
Good luck!
Posted by springshowers (Member # 19863) on :
Sparkle
Thank you for putting up such great information. Also it sounds like you are well on your way to getting rid of the bugs.
What I find is that many people think of parasites as one thing and something in your gut that are big icky worms. Well this is true but there are also many eggs and parasites that are tiny and can be in your blood and tissues just like a bacterial infection.
The thing is that you need to treat no matter what and in some way for parasites.
Babesia is one of them. Malaria is one. Toxoplasmosis is another and the mystery bug that labs keep talking about is said to be one too.
That should be enough for people to really consider doing treatments and cleansing the whole body.
I find that diet is a big factor too in the ability to cleanse all the infections was have. As well in how I feel. I think they just Love sugars. But who and what doesn't?
Good luck and keep us informed on how you progress. My doc has mentioned parasites and has acknowledged that it is best to treat parasites and it can expedite the healing process of the other infections in your body too!
I hope the herxing is not too hard one you. Give yourself a break if you have to. MY goal is to be able to do a good two weeks or more of an herbal formula without a herx. I want to feel like I made some progress and I hope to be able to do a treatment and not feel so crappy. We will see
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Thanks Spring,
Also keep in mind that we have to keep rotating the herbs so that the parasites don't get used to them. That is why the people at humaworm suggest doing the humaworm every 90 days.
Monastery of Herbs also has some excellent Chinese and South American herbs that target these pathogens. I have taken them in the past and they saved my life. You need a doctor to order these. Spring also suggested some good herbs.
There are also in between herbs that AliP said really killed of a lot of stuff.
Betty,
check with your doctor about any possible interactions with the herbs and your meds. You can order these herbs direct from humaworm.
Remember also that these parasites and worms have and are laying eggs and larva daily. There is a lot of informative reading on the
The symptoms for parasites just explains so much to me as to what is really going on. I think getting rid of the larger ones allows the smaller ones to be killed more easily.
Good question. Simply the answer is yes and no. Generally speaking the term parasite is used for larger organisms that can be seen with the naked eye.
However, under a zoological definition of symbiotic relationships (parasitism vs commensalism vs mutualistism), many micro organisms can be considered parasitic in that they need a host to survive and in doing so cause it harm.
However, many bacteria also can fall into the other two categories since they may use a host without harming it, or they may actually help it!
From Mims medical microbiology 3e:
There is an important distinction between micro- and macroparasites that overrides their differences in size.
Microparasites (viruses, bacteria, protozoa, fungi) replicate within the host and can, theoretically, multiply to produce a very large number of progeny, thereby causing an overwhelming infection.
In contrast, macroparasites (worms, arthropods), even those that are microscopic, do not have this ability:
one infectious stage matures into one reproducing stage, and the resulting progeny leave the host to continue the cycle.
The level of infection is therefore determined by the numbers of organisms that enter the body. This distinction between micro- and macroparasites has important clinical and epidemiologic implications.
Of course the boundary between micro- and macroparasites is not always clear. The progeny of some macroparasites do remain within the host, and infections can lead to the build-up of overwhelming numbers, particularly in immune-suppressed patients.
The roundworms Trichinella, Strongyloides stercoralis and some filarial nematodes, and Sarcoptes scabiei (the itch mite), are examples of this type of parasite.
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Also - check this out - About Toxoplasmosis - the cat bacteria.
Tried reading all the info on parasites/worms. I believe itand find it very interesting.
Because of the neuro stuff am unable to read all the posts.
Can someone pm me and give me some basic info and web site to read and maybe order what i need.
2 years ago my llmd gave me a 3 day dose of Ivermectin. I think the parasite thing was still in the infancy stage. Had massive explosive stools. Didn't look. She is now talking abut starting a longer treatment protocol re: parasites. after reading as much as I could, it seems she was on the right track years ago. Interesting!
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
leo,
Sent you a pm
Gael
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Kreynolds and Rambler are having some of these symptoms. I am bringing this up again so they can study this thread and take appropriate steps,
Gael
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Hi Gael,
How are you doing on the humaworm? I found it really packed a punch at me at times.
I made good progress on it though, on my journey to recovery.
Love
Posted by ping (Member # 6974) on :
quote:Originally posted by TO LIFE: Hi Gael,
How are you doing on the humaworm? I found it really packed a punch at me at times.
I made good progress on it though, on my journey to recovery.
Love
Gael - I'd like to know how you're doing as well. I just posted a couple of questions re: Humaworm and will be starting it shortly.
Wishing us all the best of luck and to be worm-free.
ping "We are more than containers for Lyme"
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Hi Everyone,
I am doing really good with it. Had some profuse sweating and some chills. I am two weeks into it. I haven't seen anything big in the toilet yet, but it definitely is doing something because my head is clearer.
Several yrs back I found some huge critters in the toilet. Same ones as lymephotos. So, I am not sure what else is in my G I track although I do feel some squirming in my side. (YUK!)
You have to remember I have been purging these parasites/worms for 3yrs, so your experience may be quite different.
I am still continuing the salt/c and plan on doing the humaworm in between herbs. I believe you just have to keep going and knocking these suckers out with persistence.
Don't forget they have had a chance to lay larva and eggs and you have to make sure you get everything or the cycle will start all over again.
I have Bells palsy of the gut and it felt like things were stagnating, that's why I added the humaworm although I was seeing small dieoff daily with just salt/c alone. Wishing everyone speedy healing,
Gael
Posted by ping (Member # 6974) on :
Gael - Thanks for posting so quickly.
Question: Are you on continuous doses of Humaworm, or are you taking the 90 day break, or what? Seems like the critters might reinfect in 90 days, unless the person is already pretty well already cleared out.
ping "We are more than containers for Lyme"
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Ping...
Go to the www.humaworm.com page and look on the left hand side and click on our other cleansers.
I just noticed these myself. These are the in between herbs including some for Lyme and syphillis. A lot of these herbs sound really good as some contain antiparasitics such as black walnut and cloves.
You need to study their program. This is my first time doing humaworm, but I plan on doing their other herbs as well as continuing on the salt/c.
Gael
Posted by Alv (Member # 15192) on :
you can order a personilized treatment for only maintanance from them to be on it for 90 days without letting them a chance to recover or hatch until you jump again in 90 days.
I have done over 3 rounds of them ...that was 2 years ago ...eve nfor my kids ..This was since in 2006 and alter.Before I used Dr NATURA since 2005 . They are excellent people have been with them on the phone for hrs many times...they create everything as you need ..just let them know what you have and they will cut fresh and prepare the capsules for you and NO , I do not sell any of their product and get no commision from WHAT I am promoting here.
They are the cheapest around here.
AND YES PARASITES are a HUGE problem..TOO BAD THAT no doctor wants to hear that and help the patient.A LIVER full of flukes...CAN NEVER LET any patient with LYME and coinfecions to RECOVER ever or handle any antibiotics treatment.THEY ARE A HUGE problmem and CAN NOT BE IGNORED!!!!
Your BODY and the BRAIN will thank you for taking care and getting rid of them !!
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
I have been using some herb capsules I got at the vitamin store. They are black walnut hulls, clove & wormwood.
I have been seeing what looks like flukes & fluke parts in the toilet. It is kind of hard to tell since I don't seem to have classic "worms" that are very identifiable. (Sorry about the "too much info" factor.)
I also have been seeing some small gallstones. I am also taking bile salts to increase bile production in order to cleanse my liver. It must be working since I'm seeing some small bile (gall) stones like during a liver flush.
I was taking some liver herbs but I stopped. I'm just taking the parasite herbs now. My liver feels kind of sore. I think it must be my liver - not my lower back but it's hard to tell.
I have also been feeling quite tired. Sometimes the pain increases in my back & shoulders. I'll probably take a break in a week or so. I'd like to order the herbs from Humaworm for the next round.
I've also been taking some psylium, charcoal, zeolites, clay for absorbing toxins. I've been alternating them.
I haven't seen any other identifiable parasites. It doesn't mean they aren't there. Some can be microscopic. Hopefully, these herbs (especially the black walnut hulls) will do the trick.
In my experience, the straight herbs seem to be stronger than the tinctures for this purpose.
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Also - FYI - It seems that my body is expelling the flukes at a different time than the digested foods.
About a 1/2 dozen or a bit more seem to be expelled at a different time than regular bowel movements. Some are coming out at the regular bowel movement, as well. Just an observation...
It may be different since these guys live in the liver. I think the worm types live in the intestines. Good to see them go! Yuck.
Posted by Blackstone (Member # 9453) on :
Just out of curiosity, has anyone actually taken what they think are flukes, worms etc.. their stool after these cleanses to a standard hospital or laboratory? Have a parasitologist look at it perchance?
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Yes,
I used to find that to be true. Also I used to expel hundreds of eggs when I used a lot of cloves in my coffee. I don't drink it anymore. I miss it along with my cigarettes. BTW, tobacco is an old home remedy for worms. Not suggesting anyone smoke. Important to kill the eggs.
FYI, usually where there are flukes there are worms. They seem to go together. This disease is absolutely disgusting. Too bad that doctors don't have a clue. After all the research I did over the yrs,
I can't believe I didn't have a clue either. I think it's because I was so focused on just spirochetes. It wasn't until I found the lymephotos site on lymenet did I realize what was happening. It has taken the best yrs of my life. I am sure a lot of you can relate.
Gael
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Blackstone- If you send me the money I will. Are you doubting that I'm able to see a fluke floating on top of the water in the toilet bowl properly?
There are photos of them on the internet... It's not that difficult to look at a photo & look at what's in the toilet & see that they look alike.
BTW - I studied art. I'm pretty good at looking at pictures & identifying things.
If you would like to pay for an analysis - I'd be happy to supply you with materials. I can also send you photos if you'd like to take a look at them, yourself...
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Blackstone,
If you check my post about the response I received fro Lymedocs, you will see a message that states even with a jar full of worms the lab wasn't always able to identify them.
Haven't you gotten the idea yet from all the negative tests lyme patients get back from these "Labs" that they aren't really all the efficient?
Check out the images at www.curezone.com and you will get an eyefull.
Gael
Posted by Blackstone (Member # 9453) on :
Thank you for your time. I was actually planning to do one of these cleanses myself and send my results to local labs and friends in the physician community to see what comes up. I'll have to see what the cost is - even if I can get some time with a parasitologist and do most of the work myself, I'll still have to pay the lab and whatnot for use of their time, materials, assistants etc.. kinda non-negotiable.
I believe that people are seeing something that looks like what other people have posted onto the internet. What exactly these things are, I'm not entirely convinced.
When I hear about flukes, common tapeworms, roundworms etc.. these are very easy to identify organisms. I find it nigh impossible to believe, that if you have something big enough to see with the naked eye, that someone can't identify it. These aren't arcane things people are describing - nematodes, flukes and the like should be easily distinguished.
Even if for some reason they can't identify the exact species of the worm, they should be able to say its definitely a worm, some other sort of parasite etc... You can even identify the genotype with a relatively little work.
I'd be happy to look at your pictures, Sparkle. You could try a photo hosting service, or zip them up and upload them to rapidshare?
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
They can "say" it's definitely a worm.
Here is a quote from one of the e-mails I received from Lymedocs.
"Clinically O&P (ova & parasites)came back negative usually (and I've even seen that happen with collection jars with VISIBLE worms)"
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
Trust me, 7 ft. of tapeworm is simple to identify without fishing it out. However, I wouldn't trust a lab test as much as my naked eye. I will look forward to hearing about your lab analysis. Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Blackstone- I can send you some photos. I actually passed quite a few more this evening. I'll single some out & take pictures next time I pass them. I can put them in a jar.
I do have some photos but I have to format them so I can e-mail them to you. I posted some on the Curezone Humaworm message board under the name of "mostlysunny7".
If you pm me your e-mail, I'll send you the pix.
It seems that there are different stages in the life of the flukes & they look different at each stage. Some look kind of like black leeches about an inch long, others look kind of like large furry sperm with a tail. Some look like pieces of tomato (only I didn't eat any tomatoes)... Yes... it's gross.
I think there are other stages but I would have to look them up on a chart. I'm sure I've passed these, too. I just see some of these & I know the herbs must be working. I don't really get into it all that much like studying wildlife or something...LOL
I'm very glad to be getting rid of them & the gallstones! I read that flukes can cause liver cancer.
Posted by Blackstone (Member # 9453) on :
glm1111 - Is there any more to that quote? Is there a reason why? If the lymedoc in question says "Look at that thing there and tell me what it is", does the lab just refuse or something?
Parasitologists usually identify via visible inspection first as well, and anything that's surely a worm would be easy to see. Anything questionable should be tested beyond visible inspection as well.
I must be missing something. Why do they come back negative?
Sparkle7- Seems your PM box is full!
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Blackstone,
I brought the Lymedocs post back up to the top so you can read the responses in their entirety.
I think the lab just sends the test results back and if they can't identify the worm thru DNA they just mark it as negative. Pretty lame if you ask me.
Gael
Posted by springshowers (Member # 19863) on :
Has anyone got very nauseous and sick to the stomach to the point of throwing up
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Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Blackstone - sorry, there should be space in there now.
springshowers - I did get kind of nauseous. It may be a reaction to the herbs or toxins released when something is killed. I have been taking binders like charcoal, psylium, zeolites, & clay (not all together). Mint or ginger tea is also helpful.
It's my impression that if many doctors (& labs) know almost nothing about Lyme & co-infections, supplements, nutrition, etc., why would they know anything about parasites? It seems to be another area of denial...
After 9 years of mis-diagnosis, I don't have much faith left in these labs or most doctors.
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
Springshowers, I seldome actually throw up, but I haven't gotten nauseous. Nothing significant though.
Sparkle, I had the tomato looking things when I did the Hulda Clark liver cleanse. I don't like tomatoes, so I know I hadn't eaten them.
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Hi Spring,
I have gotten really ill, with vomiting a couple times a month.
It is usually first thing in the morning, when it happens.
This is just a thought, but with me I think it's the larva stage. I have noticed my seliva is thick when it happens.
It's a horrid SX hang in their mate.
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
I was just doing some research.... This is what happens due to parasite die-off (from using a drug called Praziquantel). I'm sure it also happens from using anti-parasite herbs...
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The majority of side-effects develop due to the release of the contents of the parasites as they are killed and the consequent host immune reaction.
The heavier the parasite burden, the heavier and more frequent the side effects normally are.
Central nervous system: Frequently occurring side effects are dizziness, headache, and malaise. Drowsiness, somnolence, fatigue, and vertigo have also been seen.
Almost all patients with cerebral cysticercosis experience CNS side effects related to the cell-death of the parasites (headache, worsening of preexisting neurological problems, seizures, arachnoiditis, and meningism).
These side effects may be life-threatening and can be reduced by coadministration of corticosteroids.
It is strongly recommended that all patients with cerebral cysticercosis are hospitalized during treatment.
GI Tract: Approximately 90% of all patients have abdominal pain or cramps with or without nausea and vomiting. Diarrhea may develop and may be severe with colic.
Sweating, fever, and sometimes bloody stools may occur together with diarrhea.
Liver: Asymptomatic and transient increases of liver enzymes (AST and ALT) are noted frequently (up to 27%). No case of symptomatic liver damage has ever been seen so far.
Sensitivity reactions: Urticaria, rash, pruritus and eosinophilia in White Blood Counts.
Other locations/Body as a whole: Lower back pain, myalgia, arthralgia, fever, sweating, various cardiac arrhythmias, and hypotension.
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Hi Sparkle,
Thanks so much for your post, I really appreciate it.
I am taking herbal ingreditents.
How are you doing?
Much Love
Posted by ping (Member # 6974) on :
Hi sparkle -
One more question, if I may? Does anyone know if it's okay to do the Humaworm protocol while you're taking chlorella for detox?
ping "We are more than containers for Lyme"
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
One unknown side effect of drugs is that they can drive a parasite from one organ to another. This shows a potential danger of drugs that hardly any doctors are aware of.
Imagine if a person takes a drug to eliminate one problem and this drug indirectly drives a parasite from its natural resting place into another organ--such as the liver.
Then the person later comes down with severe liver problems, and no one will ever know what caused the problem in the first place.
Perhaps there must be dozens of similar examples which could apply to other organs as well.
Parasites are often our best friends as they can absorb many of the toxins coming down the GI track. When alternative medicine performs a parasite cleanse, often times the patient gets sick due to many of the toxins being reabsorbed into the body via the liver when the parasite dies.
However, before we adopt them into our bodies, parasites are very toxic since the food source they were living off previously was toxic. When the parasite is in our body, the toxins are released as waste and are very often the cause of symptoms from parasites.
Parasites in the form of worms, bacteria, yeast and viruses have lived with us forever and perform many positive functions in our body.
They live symbiotically with our body, but when our immune system gets out of order we suffer the side effects of the toxins of parasites.
However, we have found that our parasites are often as toxic as we are. A good example was when we discovered after a pharmaceutical was given for thirty days to a patient for a certain type of worm, that the fecal heavy metal test was extremely high when performed at the end of the treatment. The patient had previously been tested via the same lab and shown to have been totally detoxed of heavy metals from his tissues.
One of the reasons Candida was found to overgrow during detox is because mercury was being pulled out of the Candida cell walls, and that allowed the Candida to replicate more freely. The heavy metal was holding things in check!
So, now you see it's clear that we live symbiotically with our parasites and our toxins. When this system gets out of order, we get sick.
Common Symptoms of Parasites in Humans:
Constipation: Some worms, because of their shape and large size, can physically obstruct certain organs. Heavy worm infections can block the common bile duct and the intestinal tract, making elimination infrequent and difficult.
Diarrhea: Certain parasites, primarily protozoa, produce a prostaglandin (hormone-like substances found in various human tissues) which creates a sodium and chloride loss that leads to frequent watery stools. The diarrhea process in parasite infection is, therefore, a function of the parasite, not the body's attempt to rid itself of an infectious organism.
Gas/Bloating: Some parasites live in the upper small intestine where the inflammation they produce causes both gas and bloating. The situation can be magnified when hard-to-digest foods, such as beans and raw fruits and vegetables are eaten. Persistent abdominal distention is a frequent sign of hidden invaders. These gastrointestinal symptoms can persist intermittently for many months, or even years if the parasites are not eliminated from the body.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Parasites can irritate, inflame or coal, the intestinal cell wall; leading to a variety of gastrointestinal symptoms and malabsorption of vital nutrients, particularly fatty substances. This malabsorption leads to bulky stools and Steatorrhea (Steatorrhea is the formation of bulky, grey or pale feces). Stools may also float (due to excess gas from carbohydrate malabsorption), have an oily appearance or be foul smelling. There is increased fat excretion, which can be measured by determining the fecal fat level.
While definitions have not been standardized, fat excretion in feces in excess of 0.3 (g/kg) per day is considered indicative of Steatorrhea. Possible causes can be lack of bile acids (due to liver damage or hypolipidemic drugs), defects in pancreatic juices (enzymes) and defective mucosal cells.
Joint/Muscle Aches & Pains: Parasites are known to migrate to encyst (become enclosed in a sac) in joint fluids, and worms can encyst in muscles. Once this happens, pain becomes evident and is often assumed to be caused by arthritis. Joint and muscle pains and inflammation are also the result of tissue damage caused by some parasites of the body's ongoing immune response to their presence.
Anemia: Some varieties of intestinal worms attach themselves to the mucosal lining of the intestines and then leach nutrients from the human host. If they are present in large enough quantities, they can create enough blood loss to cause a type of iron deficiency or pernicious.
Allergy: Parasites can irritate and sometimes perforate the intestinal lining, increasing bowel permeability to large undigested molecules. This can activate the body's immune response to produce increased levels of eosinophils; one type of the body's fighter cells. The eosinophils can inflame body tissue, resulting in an allergic reaction. Like allergy, parasites also trigger an increase in the production of immunoglobulin E (IgE).
Skin Conditions: Intestinal worms can cause hives, rashes, weeping eczema, and other allergic-type skin reactions. Cutaneous ulcers, swellings and sores, popular lesions, and itchy dermatitis can all result from protozoan invasion.
Granulomas: Tumor-like masses that encase destroyed large or parasitic eggs. They develop most often in the colon or rectal walls but can also be found in the lungs, liver, peritoneum, and uterus.
Nervousness: Parasitic metabolic wastes and toxic substances can serve as irritants to the central nervous system. Restlessness and anxiety are often the result of the systemic parasite infestation. After completing a cleansing, many people swear that their persistently grouchy mates or relatives have become a lot more patient and pleasant to be around!
Sleep Disturbances: Multiple awakening during the night (particularly between 2AM and 3AM) are possibly caused by the body's attempts to eliminate toxic wastes via the liver. According to Chinese medicine, these hours are governed by the liver. Sleep disturbances are also caused by nocturnal exits of certain parasites through the anus, creating intense discomfort and itching.
Teeth Grinding: Bruxism (abnormal grinding, clenching and gnashing of the teeth) has been observed in cases of parasitic infection. These symptoms are most noticeable among sleeping children. Bruxism may be a nervous response to the internal foreign irritant.
Chronic Fatigue: Symptoms include tiredness, flu-like complaints, apathy, depression, impaired concentration and faulty memory. Parasites cause these physical, mental, and emotional symptoms through malnutrition resulting from malabsorption of proteins, carbohydrates, fats and vitamins A and B-12.
Immune Dysfunction: Parasites depress immune system functioning by decreasing the secretion of immunoglobulin A (I&A). Their presence continuously stimulates the system response and can exhaust this vital defense system over time; leaving the body open to bacterial and viral infections.
The following conditions might also be tell-tale signs of a parasitic invasion: weight gain, excessive hunger, weight loss, bad taste in the mouth and bad breath, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, acne, migraines, and even the biggest killers: heart disease and cancer.
Types of Parasites:
An extraordinary variety of viruses, bacteria, and parasites stand ready to attack us and feed off our body's cells. Using microscopes of varying power levels, photographers show us a teeming microbial world that we could barely imagine without their help.
The tiny sizes of microbes can be approximated by using the following rule of thumb:
Viruses These are the smallest of all infectious agents, averaging about 100 nanometers (100 billionths of a meter) in length. They have so few genes and proteins of their own that in order to reproduce they need to commandeer the machinery of the cells they invade.
Bacteria These vary widely in size and shape, but tend to be at least 10 times larger than viruses, or at least 1 micrometer (1 millionth of a meter) long. They are single-cell organisms that reproduce independently.
Single-Cell Parasites These tend to be at least 10 times larger than bacteria, or about .01 millimeter long.
Multi-Cellular Parasites These are so large that they can usually be seen with the naked eye. Tapeworms, for instance, can reach a length of 6 meters (20 feet).
Food and water are the most common sources of parasite transmission. Since most of us eat three times a day and drink water frequently throughout the day, our exposure to these sources is constant.
Tap water has been found to be contaminated with parasitic organisms. Both plant and animal foods carry parasites, and cleaning and cooking methods often do not destroy them before ingestion.
The CDC (Center for Disease Control) cites food as the catalyst behind 80 percent of the pathogenic outbreaks in the U.S. Most are linked to restaurants and delis where less than sanitary conditions exist -- from food preparation and storage to utensils to the server's hands.
Animals, just like humans, can become infected with parasites too. Internally, contaminated water and food can spread the problem to our pets.
Externally, animals become infected by parasites on their bodies, especially on their fur, because of exposure to infected animal wastes. Forgetting to wash your hands even one time after handling or cleaning up after your animal can transmit parasites to you! Pets are a wonderful part of our lives.
They provide comfort, companionship, protection, amusement, and unconditional love for their owners. However, pets, like humans, are often victims of serious infections that can unintentionally be passed on to their owners.
In fact, there is a whole set of diseases classified as 'zoonoses' (animal-transmitted diseases) in parasitology textbooks. Animals are major carriers of parasites, and most physicians, let alone the general public, are unaware of this fact.
Experts have projected that of the 110 million pet dogs and cats in this country, over half may be infected with at least one or more different kinds of parasites.
Considering these numbers, the potential for transmission of parasitic infection from animals to humans is extremely high.
The CDC estimates that the number of parasites present in the U.S. alone numbers in the thousands. These parasites are biochemically complex creatures in their life histories, development, reproductive cycles, nutritional requirements, and disease manifestations.
They are categorized according to their structure, shape, function, and reproductive ability. These include microscopic organisms (protozoa); roundworms, pinworms, and hookworms (nematoda); tapeworms (cestoda); and flukes (trematoda) -- each of which is described below:
Protozoa: Making up approximately 70 percent of all parasites, protozoa are invisible to the naked eye. They are one-celled microscopic organisms, but don't let their size fool you.
Certain protoans, through their intensely rapid reproductive ability, can take over the intestinal tract of their host, and from there they can go on to other organs and tissues.
Some feed on red blood cells while others produce cysts; which are closed sacs that are transported through food and water from one person to another. In a cyst state, protozoans are safe from destruction from the human digestive juices.
These one-celled 'vampires' can actually destroy the tissues of their hosts. According to experts, an estimated 7 million people across the U.S. have some form of protozoa living inside of them.
Nematode: While the protozoans are only single-celled, nematode creatures are multi-cellular. The adult worms multiply by producing eggs called ova or larvae.
The eggs usually become infectious in soil or in an intermediate host before humans are infected. It is interesting to note that unless the worm infection is heavy, many individuals do not show signs of disease.
While it may be unpleasant to consider, it is true that the human host can co-exist quite comfortably with a few worms, unless they reproduce in great numbers and create organ obstruction. Experts claim that 'some type of worm is already in the intestines of over 75 percent of the world's population'.
This is a frightening statement. Common nematode include Roundworm (Ascaris lumbricoides), Hookworm (Necator Americanus, Ancylostoma duodenal), Pinworm (Enterobius vermicularis), Roundworm (Toxocara canis, Toxocara cati), Heart worm (Dirofilaria immitis), Strongyloides (Stronglyoides stercoralis),
Cestoda: Among the oldest known parasites, tapeworms are considered humanity's largest intestinal inhabitant. They each have a scolex (head) that attaches to the intestinal wall.
As long as the head remains attached to the intestinal mucosa, a new worm can grow from it. Tapeworms do not contain digestive tracts but get their nourishment by absorbing partially digested substances from the host.
They are whitish in color, flat, and ribbon-like, with a covering that is a transparent skin-like layer. Common cestoda include: Beef tapeworm (Taenia saginata), Pork tapeworm (Taenia solium), Fish tapeworm (Diphyllobothrium latum), and Dog tapeworm (Dipylidium caninum).
Trematode: Also known as flukes, these are leaf-shaped flatworms. They are parasitic during nearly all of their life-cycle forms. The cycle begins when larvae are released into freshwater by infected snails.
The free-swimming larvae can then directly penetrate the skin of the human host or are ingested after encysting in or on various edible, vegetation, fish or crustaceans. Common trematode include Intestinal fluke (Fasciolopsis buski),
Thanks for asking, TO LIFE... I feel like crap but at least the flukes & maybe other parasites are leaving.
I think it may take some time to heal. I may have had these things for a long time.
I'm glad I found out about all of this. I can't believe it took me 13 years to discover this.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Sparkle,
Sorry you are feeling so lousy. Is this the first time you are going after the parasites? Like you, I couldn't believe it took me so long to discover this either.
I had been doing research since I collapsed in 1983 and can't believe that I didn't have this info. I can't believe that the health clinic (run by an ND) that I was staying in for 2 months didn't have a clue.
This is why I keep posting about it because i think so many people are suffering needlesly because they haven't been given the correct info.
Thanks again for posting this information that is so valuable,
Hope you feel better,
Gael
Posted by m0joey (Member # 13494) on :
I started the ultimate zapper yesterday and I had my first mini-herx in awhile. Felt like it was activating some stuff in the throat area (where I have had cryptostrongylus pulmoni & have mercury)
Still taking the humaworm. The ultimate zapper creator said the eletroporation effect actually enhances the effect of parasite herbs by opening up pores in the cells
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Hi Gael... Thanks for asking. Yes, I just found out about all of this.
m0joey- Take note about the mercury or other toxins that may be freed up via killing parasites. I've been feeling pretty crappy. My lower back (probably the liver) hurts alot & I've been in kind of a malaise, tired, my lower abdomen hurts, nausea, etc.
My significant other did the herbs & got flu like symptoms. He thought he had the flu but it may have been a herx. He has bad allergies & parasites may be the cause...? He never had a herx before (he doesn't have Lyme).
I did the black walnut, wormwood & cloves for about 14 days or so. I couldn't take it anymore so I'm resting now. I felt like I had to give my body some time to heal. Alot of flukes came out. I think I did well.
I'd like to try the Humaworm next time around. The Zapper might be good to try, too, or infrared light when I'm ready for it.
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
sparkle, sorry to hear you are so ill fighting off these parasites.
thanks for the DETAILED post above; i learned so much.
Posted by Cass A (Member # 11134) on :
Dear Sparkle7,
Wow! It sounds like you're really getting some great progress!
Thanks for posting the details from your research! I've found it very helpful!
I spoke with my LLMD today, as I was considering doing a gall bladder cleanse. He said that I should definitely do a parasite cleanse first, as parasites can clog up the gall bladder ducts, making it impossible for the gallstones to get out.
Yuck!
Anyway, I'm taking the A.I. drops now (near the end of the third series), and hoepfully will have an easier time dealing with the toxins from the parasites as they are killed off!!!!
I plan to start my parasite removal program when I'm done with this round of drops.
Best,
Cass A
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Thanks Betty! It's been difficult. I tried all kind of things to get well. I had numerous clinical diagnosis's of Fibro, CFS, your just depressed - take these anti-depressants, mercury toxicity, leaky gut, finally Lyme (all with no conclusive lab results).
When I did the abx - it didn't do anything except a slight herx & made me worse with yeast problems & cramps due to the drugs - not being ill. This parasite & liver cleanse really kicked my butt. It's possible I may have been ill with liver flukes all along & not Lyme.
Just so you guys know... I don't doubt that many do have Lyme but in my case, I just don't know. I think my back pain may be due to poor condition & lack of exercise. It might not be my liver as I suspected. My liver does need time to heal, though.
Cass A - your doctor seems to know about this. I actually did it the wrong way since I didn't think I had parasites (I took the Cowden herbs which were supposed to address that - I also had no sign that I had any kind of parasite)...
I'd say do it in the proper order. I think that did happen to me where a parasite or gall stone clogged up a duct - it was very painful. I couldn't walk for about 10 days. I was very inconvenient & just horrible.
I was considering going to see a doctor but I decided to tough it out & do another liver flush. It worked out OK. It wasn't until the 3rd liver flush that I saw I had some kind of parasite, though.
Just my experience - I'm not trying to suggest to anyone what to do. You have to read though all of this & make up your own mind.
Posted by Cass A (Member # 11134) on :
Dear Sparkle7,
Thanks for the feedback on doing these cleanses "out of sequence"!!!
My LLMD told me that about 80% of his chronic Lyme patients have parasite issues.
And, that handling the parasites is the one section of treatment that gives the largest gain on the road to recovery!!
I'm ready for THAT!!!
And, I wish you the best on your road, also!
Love,
Cass A
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Thank you, Cass A - I appreciate it.
Last night I passed ALOT of flukes & I passed a worm looking thing today. This is going to become a top priority for me now - to kill the parasites.
It may take me some time to get rid of the parasites but I have a feeling that this has been my block in the road to recovery. I wish it didn't take me 13 years to find this out!
When I look back at the 13 years I've been going through this - I don't think I even had Lyme to begin with. I may have been ill with "just" parasites all along. They do cause a number of very bad health issues.
For some reason, the American medical professionals seems to completely over look this aspect of human health... Why? I have no idea.
Good luck everyone!
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
sparkle,
You may have already addressed this question in a previous post, but may I ask if you were ever tested for parasites?
I am asking because I just received my test results from LabCorp for parasites and it was negative. I just today sent my samples to Diagnos-Techs for parasites and yeast but I guess it will take a couple of weeks before I hear those results.
I honestly believe yeast and parasites are a huge problem for me and I am shocked the LabCorp test was negative.
Would you recommend treating anyway even if the tests come back negative?
Posted by sixgoofykids (Member # 11141) on :
I would treat anyway.
I had a stool test done and some bad bacteria showed up but no parasites. I had visible parasites when I would treat them, so my lab test was obviously wrong.
Posted by m0joey (Member # 13494) on :
There is no harm to treating them, so I agree with six
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Leelee,
I was tested many times over the yrs for parasites and every test was negative.
The lymedoc that responsed to my e-mail on the Filarial Worm connection and one or 2 others said that the O&P tests usually come back negative even when they tested actual worms that were collected.
Studies have show that 90% of the population has parasites and that is counting the ones who don't have lyme disease.
I would absolutely treat for parasites. The medical community doesn't have a clue, it is a disgrace. Because of this ignorance it is causing a lot of suffering,
Gael
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
Gael,
That is good to know. Do you know why the tests would come back negative even if there was evidence of parasites?
Is it carelessness on the part of the labs or a cover-up like with ELISA and Western Blots?
My herbalist did give me a tincture to treat the parasites I suspect I have, but she suggested holding off on it until I got all my test results back so we know exactly what we are or are not dealing with. Maybe I should go ahead and start taking it?
I am so confused.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Leelee,
May I ask what the name of the tincture is? Do you know what parasites she suspects you have? I ask because there are so many, over 1,000 from what I have researched. Does she do ART testing?
As far as the labs go, I can't answer why they are so inept. You would think they would be much more sophisticated in 2009. It's possible that they only test for a few parasites because they believe that parasites are only a "Third World" country disease.
If they actually tested the worm itself and couldn't come up with an answer, it's beyond my comprehension.
Posted by Cass A (Member # 11134) on :
Dear Leelee,
In my conversation with my LLMD, I told him that I'd taken Humaworm, and just gotten incredibly constipated from it. He said that was a certain indicator that I had parasites.
Apparently, some reactions to parasite cleansing can be severe. If you think you know what type of parasites you have, do a search on that. Very recent posts on this topic of parasites went into more details than I can remember now!!!! Try doing a search here about them, if you'd like to get the info.
I'd recommend looking into it and asking your herbalist what the concern is in YOUR case.
Best,
Cass A
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
quote:Originally posted by glm1111: Leelee,
May I ask what the name of the tincture is? Do you know what parasites she suspects you have? I ask because there are so many, over 1,000 from what I have researched. Does she do ART testing?
The tincture she made for me is: hydroalcoholic extract of Oregon grape root, chamomile flower, myrrh resin, ginger rhizome, licorice root, bilberry fresh fruit, spirits of peppermint.
I am to take 7.5 ml two times daily.
She said this is a general parasite tincture and is not specific to any one.
Does this sound right to you or anyone else who would care to comment? I bought this tincture on May 22, but have not used it yet. I just don't know what to do.
Also, does anyone know how long it will take to get my Diagnos-Techs results back? I am guessing two weeks, but I don't really know.
Thank glm and everyone else who is helping me with this issue.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Leelee,
The antiparasitics I am familiar with usually have black walnut, wormwood and cloves as well as other antiparasitic ingredients. Cloves are especially effective at killing the eggs and larva.
Maybe someone else will come along that is more familiar with this tincture. You can always take the tincture she gave you and see what it does.
Parasites are difficult to get rid of and takes many diff. protocols over a long period of time until you get rid of them. Like peeling an onion.
Gael
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
Thank you, Gael.
I guess it won't hurt to try the tincture.
Posted by springshowers (Member # 19863) on :
Looks like everyone here is not giving those parasites and protozoans any chance whatsoever.!!!!
I wanted to add that I think diet is also a huge part of being able to kill these bugs.
I really have been slacking lately on my stricter diet and I can feel it near immediately when i do slip.
Just wanted to add that.. Try to make sure you take out ALL white things from your diet at the very least. No Sugar , Potatoes , White Rice, White Flour...
Just doing that much is a great way to keep on top of killing these bugs. With all the treatments I think you can somewhat sabatoge or slow down the killing of the bugs if your diet contains the things that bugs love to feed and grow on..
I have no proof or scientific study to prove any of what I wrote. I am not a doctor nor anyone in a medical position.
Posted by HollyS (Member # 20550) on :
Is Lyme considered a parasite infection or are they two separate issues?
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
quote:Originally posted by HollyS: Is Lyme considered a parasite infection or are they two separate issues?
I think Lyme is a bacterial infection. But I wonder about Babesia. For some reason I think that might be a parasite.
I am looking forward to reading other poster's knowledgeable insights.
Posted by Cass A (Member # 11134) on :
I believe that Babesia is considered to be a red-blood cell parasite. Could be wrong about that--it wouldn't be the first time!!
One of the treatments for Babesia is Alinia, which is an anti-parasite drug.
Try doing a search about this here at Lymenet.
Best,
Cass A
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Lyme is a complex of bacteria, parasites, worms, fungus, yeast, viruses etc. However if you read the info on
you will get an idea of the MAJOR part parasites/worms play. Dr. K. treats all of his patients for parasites and worms first. The larger parasites protect the bactera. Getting rid of Lyme disease is like peeling an onion.
Gael
Posted by shimmy (Member # 15883) on :
I just wanted to give an update on my situation with regard to worms .... Ive been taking Hulda Clark's Super Wormwood Blend recently and hoping it might tackle the crypto strongylus worm I was diagnosed with last yr, and maybe other gut critters too. Well I think that it is working, I was taking it on and off but just this past week had a lot of die off and my gut felt really dodgy but since then my digestion does seem to have improved and it feels like i am absorbing food a lot better than usual.
I have also noticed quite a significant increase in endocrine function just today which feels like adrenal mostly. Over the last 18mths I have been in stage 5-6 adrenal exhaustion but today my energy has been around 70% - woohoo! :-) It is very subjective but it really feels like my cells are absorbing cortisol again.
Maybe as people have already said the bigger parasites protect the bacteria which might explain why I still have a chronic immunosuppressive situation as far as the lyme goes .... some recent lyme tests i had done showed no cellular immune reactivity to lyme and a very low CD57. Hopefully sorting out the worms/parasites will help my body to start fighting the lyme more now. Fingers crossed. I'm going to try Humaworm next.
I totally agree about diet - if I go off my diet I feel like a basketcase!
Hope everyone is doing well!
Posted by shimmy (Member # 15883) on :
Just to add to my my post I did start taking a homeopathic remedy made from my saliva yesterday too so that could also be contributing to the adrenal improvements... I guess it is never completely clear cut as to what is working tho I do feel the wormwood has played a significant part.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Hi Shimmy,
Thanks for the update, that is great news. Just remember, persistence is key with getting rid of the parasites, so just keep going. Also, have you considered doing salt/c (sea salt) at all?
The sea salt and vitamin C really supports the adrenals big time. Not trying to push this on you, but you might want to consider it, even if it's a maintenance dose. Yes, you are right about worms affecting the HPA axis. Keep us posted,
Gael
Posted by m0joey (Member # 13494) on :
If you do the salt & c, make sure your kidneys are in tremendous shape.
Posted by shimmy (Member # 15883) on :
Hi Gael
Thanks a lot for your post. Yes that was the mistake I made in the past, I did treat for parasites on & off yrs ago but didnt keep up with it as was advised at the time and ended up going down other avenues.. oh well hindsight and all that!
Yes I have considered doing the salt/c but from hair analysis I had done in the past, my potassium levels have always been found to be lower than sodium and I was a bit wary about imbalancing it even further... perhaps unjustified I dont know. I know that it has helped a lot of people tho and I do believe being salt deficient for many yrs partly contributed to the decline in my health. Thanks for the suggestion anyway! :-) I do take himalayan salt and vit C daily. Do you do the salt/c?
I have been having photon therapy for the lyme and going to start doing ozone too.
All the best
Anne
Posted by shimmy (Member # 15883) on :
Yes I agree with that Joey, Im not sure about it in my case as I do tend to get water retention if I take in a bit too much salt so have to be quite careful keeping my minerals balanced. I'm not sure if my kidneys could cope.
Posted by m0joey (Member # 13494) on :
I do about 1-2 tspn of salt & c, and that has been fine for me. My kidneys are testing strong. But I would just be wary about going much higher than that if you have orthostatic intolerance, POTS, NMH etc. The renin-angiotensis (the kidney produces renin) system needs to be kept in balance to aid the adrenals in producing aldosterone & aid the pituitary in producing vasopressin, all of which helps regulate blood pressure.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Sea salt is in a highly charged state it is not static and will not store in your kidneys but pass through you as natural salts are meant to do. It is also water soluable.
Please don't mix up TABLE SALT and processed salt with sea salt. Totally different ball game. Table salt is POISON because it is devoid of any minerals and deposits and sits in the cells and organs.
We have been so misinformed about salt, and it is a crime. We are 75% saline and the composition is close to sea salt. Saline is the first thing they give you in the E.R.
Of course drink plenty of water if you do this protocol. I am not trying to sell salt/c to anyone, just letting you know how vital good salt is to our body,
Also eating foods high in potassium is very important with this.
Shimmey,
are you drinking enough water? Sometimes infection can be a cause of water retention as well as not moving your bowels everyday. Very important to keep the G. I. track clean,
Gael
Posted by shimmy (Member # 15883) on :
Hi Gael
Thanks, no I dont take table salt, only himalayan or sea.
I absolutely agree with you about the importance of proper salt, as long as all the other alkaline minerals are kept in balance too. Yes I think thats probably true about the infections and water retention ... acid/alkaline imbalance too I think in my case. I do try to take in a lot of fluid but have had difficulty at times I think partly due to the mineral deficiency and the gut infections. Yes totally agree about keeping the GI tract clean! I find juicing quite helpful.
I take about the same Joey, I dont suffer too much from POTS etc even tho I have tended to lower blood pressure but that seems to be normalising recently.
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
At this time, I sort of doubt that I even have or had Lyme... I think I had parasites all along that were making me ill. I'm very disappointed that it took me 13 years to finally get to this.
It's actually pretty simple to get a black walnut hull, wormwood & clove combination, take it for a couple weeks & see what happens. I'm really disgusted at how much time it took, all the "doctors" I've seen, how much money I spent & drugs, IVs, & supplements that I've taken that were unnecessary...
Anyway, I decided to try MMS. I also got some Lugol's iodine since my thyroid seems deficient. I never had a test & I'm not going to bother since most tests are not accurate in my opinion & just a waste of money...
I can see the flukes & worms. One night, I passed quite a few of them. After you know what to look for - it becomes easier to spot pieces of worms or parasites, flukes, etc. in your feces. It's not pleasant but I think it's important to inspect your bowel movements.
I'm ramping up the MMS slowly. I've been a bit achey but haven't noticed anything major, yet. I did the black walnut hull combo for about 2 weeks & I had to take a break. It felt like someone took a hole puncher to my liver. It needed to heal a bit.
It seems like this parasite issue is sort of taboo in the US but it shouldn't be.
This lady makes it kind of funny. I recommend that everyone should watch this -
The thing with natural salt is that you may be getting too much of the trace minerals if you take alot. I posted some info here that says it's better to use Kosher salt. We really do need iodine, too - from what I have been reading.
Some people consider Lyme a parasite. When you start reading about how complex parasites are - I'm not sure it matters to know all of the specifics unless you are into it.
It seems to be a process of ruling things out. Once the parasites are gone or diminished - you can rule that out as a cause of many issues. It's fairly simple to do but many people just don't want to think there are bugs inside your body causing havoc. It's easier to think of viruses or bacteria. Somehow, those things don't seem as disgusting.
If I had to do everything all over again - I would take some black walnut hulls, wormwood & cloves in capsule form for 2 weeks & see what happened. I think the capsules are stronger than the tincture.
It seems like a relatively easy first step to ruling out what may be the cause of one's illness. I think this parasite issue is going to become more & more prevalent as time goes on. The eggs are microscopic & can be in the water, in meat, fish, fruits & veggies... everywhere.
Some places use sewage as a fertilizer - so it can be in crops imported from other countries or in food that is not handled properly. You can get parasites from your pets, too.
I used to eat watercress that I bought in a Korean market alot. This is a big place for flukes or fluke eggs to be (snails like watercress, snails are part of the fluke lifecycle, etc.).
So, you just can't be to careful. Recently, there was a big sewage spill into the river near me. Another source of parasites... It's everywhere.
It just seems best to do anti-parasite herbs as a regular thing these days. They can cause so many health problems that you wouldn't even consider... such as cancer, brain problems, allergies, asthma, liver problems (which can lead to all kind of endocrine issues), intestinal issues. They can go everywhere in the body.
It's a big thing! Get rid of the parasites & you might be able to address what's making you ill from a whole other perspective.
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
i've been learning alot thru you all; try to read this daily but miss here and there.
do you need a dr. to start getting rid of worms in us all? thx Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Hi Folks,
I have been in the process of moving. I could no longer afford where I was living before. Well anyway I had a rough fall cleaning where I am living now.
I am a coming back into the swing of things.
Here is a great article I ran into. I do not know how to break the article up.
What's your thoughts?
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
i just received THE DOCTORS TV LINEUP for this week,
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 3 pm CST, abc i think! *****************************************************
they will have a segment of the show on WORMS! sushi was mentioned but they showed worms in the preview of show.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Hi Betty,
A lot of people treat themselves for worms and parasites.
The herbs are much easier on the liver and system in general than the meds that the doctor may give you.
You may be more comfortable with a ND guiding you through this. Wow, can't wait to hear your feedback on the program you just listed.
Gael
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Thanks for the Dr Overman info. I'll look it over later. From what I read, the most basic thing you can do is to use the black walnut hulls, wormwood & cloves. You can get this on line or at many vitamin stores.
I really don't have the money or time to waste on doctors but that is just my opinion... I don't think they know how to treat these sorts of illnesses like Lyme, parasites, etc. I'm not saying they are all bad but I don't think they have the answers.
I've read that people have used drugs to kill the parasites but they come back. Seems to me the herbs are better but it's not for everyone to self-treat. I have been doing this for a while - so, I'm OK with it.
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
gale, help me out, who is a ND? these abbreviations are just so hard on my neuro lyme brain.... uffda
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
Natropathic Doctor = ND
A doctor who uses natural remedies rather than drugs...
Posted by R62 (Member # 18531) on :
Wow. Thanks for all the info Sparkle. I looked at the photos and think I expelled some of these while taking enula.
I can see the cowden protocol is onto something here. And of course, Hulda Clark.
I wonder if flea bites can transfer parasites? Lots of fleas in the South where I am from. Between the flea bites and the pesticides (house sprayed monthly as well as (gasp) indoor carpeting , I was really set up for trouble.
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Sparkle,
Thanks for the worm guru lady. I have been looking for that for about 6 months. Couldn't remember where she was. I use Real Salt which has Iodine.
I think the trace minerals in the sea salt are valuable and we need them. Since the salt is water soluble, I think that might be true for the minerals in that form. The salt also supports the adrenals which we so desperately need.
You're right about people in this country not thinking they have parasites. BIG MISTAKE. I think they are responsible for most degenerative diseases.
I can't believe that I first got sick with life threatening asthma when I was 25 and have suffered and almost died several times including 5 stays in ICU because doctors don't have a clue about parasites.
I know a lot of people can relate. It's a disgrace! Let us know how you do on the MMS and what the results are,
Gael
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
The Cowden herbs didn't seem strong enough for me. I tried them & it didn't seem to effect my parasite issue. The black walnut hull combo seemed to do the most so far along with the liver flushes.
It's not easy but it does seem worthwhile to do the parasite cleanse & the liver flushes.
Worm Guru is funny - but it's true... There's alot of good info on the Dr. Overman site. Has anyone tried the the Harmonic Quad zapper? They also have a DVD about parasites on the Overman site that seems informative.
The MMS is making me kind of lethargic & I'm having some intestinal queasiness. I guess that's a good sign... yuck. I took 6 drops this morning. I'm ramping it up gradually.
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Hi,
I am 100% sure I am trying to fight something parasitic.
I feel like I am trying to fight the Devil himself.
Does anyone else have like coffee grounds in their stools?
Another SX I have if I put vaseline or lotion on my skin, I notice a few things like grains of salt coming out. I am a Licensed Cosmetologists, and have been for years. Just a thought, but maybe this SX has made me more aware.
Does anyone else have this?
I am not religious but God Bless us ALL.
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
There are so many different parasites - it's hard to say what the symptoms may be. You just have to try to research it. Curezone.com is a very good place to look for info & to ask questions.
One could probably get a PhD just trying to understand one family of parasites... It's a complex subject.
re: I am not religious but God Bless us ALL.... I know what you mean. Thanks!
Posted by sparkle7 (Member # 10397) on :
FYI - from Dr. Overman's website (I don't sell products)...
What's Eating You?
You have been to some of the best hospitals in the nation. You have seen the specialists. You have had every medical test available.
Your prescription drug list is so long you are embarrassed. Perhaps you have had radiation and chemotherapy. Oh, and don't forget all those surgeries.
You are still sick! All the huge buildings, all the massive testing machines, all the expensive medical insurance, all the top surgeons, all the endless tests and all the wonder drugs have only given temporary relief while your health continues to sink to new lows.
You believe in herbs, you've seen them help lots of people. You know minerals are important. You've tried them all. You've taken vitamins all your life.
Your mother even took them before you were born! Why are you still sick? Many people get well taking supplements. You only slowly get worse. You have tried iridology, reflexology, chiropractic, and half a dozen other modalities with unfamiliar oriental names.
Why are you still getting sicker every month? You read all the supplement ads, at least half a dozen a day, that come to your mailbox.
Other people get marvelous cures of big time chronic disease taking supplements that may not muscle test to be good for anyone. You're sicker yet!
Perhaps you have parasites. But, you say, "I took a parasite cleanse last month and it didn't help." Did you know that parasite cleanses only kill parasites in the intestinal tract? What about those in your brain, your heart, your joints?
Parasites can be in any organ. The worst diseases and parasitic problems are not the ones caused by parasites in the intestines, but those caused by the invasion of organs and tissues.
Parasites literally invade and damage or destroy every organ and tissue in the body. It is almost impossible to kill these parasites in the organs without the use of an electronic marvel called a zapper.
At last in this book, you will learn the secrets of killing these horrible invaders. You will discover the most revolutionary self-help instrument with state of the art twenty-first century technology, the Harmonic Quad zapper and its cousin the Harmonic Transmitter. But first let's learn more about parasites.
Maybe with your parasite cleanse you killed parasites in one stage of their development but didn't kill the eggs, or the cysts, or the juvenile forms.
It would help to understand their life cycles. Then you could kill them all. Unless you find and kill every stage in the life cycle of a parasite, they will continue to thrive and evade your attempts at control.
The antiparasitic program described in this book has been designed to cover all the bases.
While it is impossible to guarantee that you will be able to kill every last parasite, if you follow the instructions in this book faithfully, you should be successful in eliminating almost all of the invaders that are attacking you.
Perhaps with your parasite cleanse you killed all your parasites, but didn't know how to dissolve their cysts. These empty apartment complexes still remain in your tissue weakening it and preventing its healing and the restoration of proper function.
Leftover cysts of dead parasites do not allow proper healing and may cause severe loss of function and pain. Dissolving these cysts and spores is very difficult if you don't know how. Now it is easy.
All you need is a Harmonic Quad unit to kill them and Digestacyst, a product designed especially to dissolve and remove all dead cysts, spores and granulomas. (Granulomas are cysts or "trash cans" that store parasite or bacterial cell walls, living or dead parasite cysts, spores, eggs or empty egg cases).
But, where do parasites come from? And how could I get infected? Surprise! Your best friend, whether human or canine, may have given you an introduction to the suffering caused by parasitic infection.
Get this picture. Your dainty poodle passes roundworm eggs in her stool. She licks herself and spreads the eggs all over her coat. She jumps up on your lap and gives you a sloppy kiss. You pet her well-groomed coat.
The eggs are now on your hands, your clothing, the carpet and the upholstered furniture. You forget to wash your hands well before eating your sandwich. The eggs are now on your food. As you chew, the eggs are too small to be damaged by your teeth.
You swallow them. Your digestion hasn't been good lately. There is not enough hydrochloric acid in your stomach to kill the eggs. They go through unscathed into your small intestine or colon where they hatch.
The little worms then bore holes through the intestine wall. Next, they hitch a ride to any organ in the moving stream of your blood. They bore into your heart, brain, kidney or any other organ and riddle it with tunnels like those in a wormy apple or they build their little houses and take up permanent residence at 110 Kidney Street.
There they soak up the nutrients your blood brings for the tissues and dump their sewage into the fluid that bathes your cells. These cells are trying desperately to serve you and keep you healthy while surrounded by parasite waste.
Their burrows have made holes in the nephrons so your kidneys are leaking proteins and other larger molecules into your urine. Other nephrons get stopped up with debris causing swelling, toxicity and poor electrolyte balance.
You can get parasites from being bitten by ticks, mosquitoes, flies and other insects. You can eat them or their eggs and spores or cysts in poorly cooked meat, poorly washed fruits and vegetables or in food handled by people with contaminated hands.
What about that meat cutting board and the dishcloth used to wipe up raw meat juices? Did they spread parasite eggs to your dishes and counter or table top?
You can get them by contact with dogs, cats, pigs, horses, chickens and people as well as many other living creatures.
Some you can get by walking barefoot; some from wearing other peoples' clothing; some from contaminated drinking water; and some from contaminated air from sneezing, recirculated air or running vacuum cleaners.
Did you know that there are hundreds of species of parasites in several groups that infect humans?
These include arthropods, flukes, roundworms, tongue worms, tapeworms, pinworms, protozoa, fungi, yeasts, slime molds, mildews, bacteria, spirochetes, mycoplasmas, Nanobacteria, viruses, warts and microzymas.
These range in size from a few billionths of a meter (Nanobacteria) to over thirty feet long (fish tapeworm). Each has its own life cycle, tissues it likes to traumatize, method of reproduction, problems it causes, means of infecting new hosts and protocol needed for its control and elimination from the body.
Note: In this book Dr. Overman has used a broad definition of "Parasite" including also the microscopic organisms such as bacteria and viruses. He defines "parasite" as any living creature that lives in or on a host creature at the host's expense.
Did you know that there is a hidden epidemic of parasitic infection in the whole world right now? The increase in world travel by tourists, armed forces and immigrants spreads every possible parasite everywhere.
If it is possible for the parasite to complete its life cycle here, it is here now. If it is not possible for the parasite to complete its life cycle here, people, who have traveled in its range, may still carry it.
The increase in synthetic toxins within the body is changing the life cycles of some species making many parasitology textbooks inadequate.
One for example is the many diseases caused by the multiplication of Fasciolopsis buski (human intestinal fluke) in the presence of various solvents. In the presence of isopropyl alcohol in the tissues this fluke causes cancer, with methyl alcohol it causes diabetes, with methyl ethyl ketone or methyl butyl ketone it causes endometriosis, with benzene it causes AIDS and with xylene and/or toluene it causes MS or muscular dystrophy.
The increase in the toxin burden contributed by increased toxin load in our air, water and food has an inhibiting effect on our immune defenses.
One example is the fact that people invariably get a bacterial or viral infection after eating food containing mold toxins. The effects of the thousands of chemical pollutants on our body systems, tissues and immune responses are little understood.
Scientists can easily study the effects of acute toxicity caused by a large exposure to a toxic compound. The cumulative effect of microdoses over a lifetime is much more difficult to determine.
Changes in lifestyle increase the spread of parasites. Growing use of nurseries and other child-care facilities increases exposure. The increase in eating in restaurants contributes to less control over parasite contamination.
The increase in consumption of various ethnic foods exposes people to a wider variety of species. The increase in world travel exposes more people to a wide variety of species for which they have no natural immunity.
The increased levels of stress in modern living damage people's immunity. The increase in sexual promiscuity and homosexuality multiplies exposure.
The loss of public awareness of human parasite risk over the last century has given the parasites free reign. Some of you may be old enough to remember when good mothers wormed their families every spring or fall whether they needed it or not.
Now people treat their dogs and pigs for parasites and ignore the parasite problem in their children and in their own bodies!
Certain modern medical practices such as surgery, blood transfusion, intubations, prolonged hospitalization, the use of corticosteroids and other immune suppressants and the use of antimetabolites and other drugs increase the probability of parasitic infection by compromising the patient's natural immune defenses.
Certain diseases, such as AIDS and cancer, besides being caused by parasites, predispose a patient to increased parasitic infection. Anything that weakens the immune system makes it easier for parasitic invaders to gain access to your body and begin their nefarious destruction.
The lack of interest in and knowledge of parasites among health care providers is astounding. Allopathic (medical) doctors have very little knowledge and practically no interest in parasitology. Their method of detecting the presence of parasites is crude and unreliable.
Even if they find the parasite, their treatment methods are not particularly safe or reliable. Naturopaths and herbalists are better at finding the presence of parasites but poor at identifying and eliminating them.
Most health care providers, whether allopathic or natural, tend to miss a large percentage of parasitic infestations and end up merely treating the symptoms the parasites cause.
Scientific and government reports and parasitology textbooks are woefully outdated and many times incorrect because of poor detection methods.
Many species are very common in the United States, which the textbooks claim only occur in third world or tropical countries. Many species invade organs and tissues, which the textbooks say are only in the intestinal tract.
Some species' life cycles have changed due to increased toxin loads in their hosts. For example the human intestinal fluke, Fasciolopsis buski, completes its entire life cycle in the human body in the presence of one or more solvents retained in tissue.
The statistics of parasitic infestations are always low due to a lack of interest, lack of good detection methods and/or lack of reporting.
Some species cause disease, while the textbooks state that they are nonpathogenic. Dr. Overman has identified and killed parasites in over seventeen thousand people, not one of which was included in the government reports.
If you find an estimate of the number of people infected with a particular parasite, you may be assured that the number is seriously too low to correspond to reality.
The causal relationship of parasites to many diseases has been ignored or denied, and its knowledge has been suppressed.
There is more money in treating symptoms than in killing parasites. Politically and economically powerful special interest groups suppress cures for disease.
Researchers and innovative health care professionals have been persecuted, intimidated and ostracized. Many times the truth has been distorted, belittled or buried with an avalanche of propaganda.
If you depend on the television for your health information, you can almost always be assured that you have been fed false or inadequate information.
Did you know that over eighty percent of people with chronic disease have parasites and that it's usually the parasites that have caused their problems?
Parasites cause depression, schizophrenia, migraines, deafness, blindness, loss of bowel control, loss of voice, chronic coughing, asthma, arthritis, fibromyalgia, lupus, retarded growth, heart disease, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, loss of bone density, etc.
Would you like to solve a fertility problem? Many reproductive problems are caused by parasites including precocious puberty, PMS, irregular cycles, absence of cycles, endometriosis, molar pregnancies, low sperm counts, poor sperm motility and swollen prostates.
What about incontinence, bed wetting, ferocious appetite accompanied by weight loss, rectal itching, teeth grinding; skin rashes, leg ulcers and diarrhea? They too are usually caused by parasites!
Horrible diseases like cancer, diabetes, AIDS, ADD, kidney failure, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy and epilepsy are also caused by parasites. If you don't kill the parasites you can only treat the symptoms and not expect to recover from these horrible diseases.
Thousands of people, who have had debilitating diseases for ten, twenty even fifty years, have finally gotten relief and healing after dealing with their parasite problems.
All parasites were eliminated along with all cysts from their tissues. Then the proper healing herbs were taken to restore normal function to their war ravaged organs.
Many have been restored to health even after being given up as hopeless by the established medical community. Some have been drained of their money, strength and worst of all their hope!
Wouldn't you like to add your testimony of wondrous healing to theirs?
You are fortunate indeed. You hold in your hands the vital information that will empower you to take charge of your health, eliminate almost all parasites and begin the rebuilding process.
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
sparkle, thanks for explaining what ND was to me/others reading this.
great detailed article right above mine; i was impressed!
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
To Life
....YES!!!Many times I have said it feels like I am trying to slay 10 DRAGONS and have often referred to this disease as "A BEAST"
Sparkle,
Thanks for the Dr. Overman site. I never came across him before. He seems to have a lot of knowledge about the parasite/disease connection. What is your impression of his Harmonic Quad Unit? I wonder how it compares to other similar zappers? Great article
Thanks,
Gael
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Bringing this back up for people needing more info on this subject
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Hi Folks,
I think these Labs need to get on with competant testing for parasites. It they are not going to be accurate they should't be paid, or better yet not do it at all.
I tested neg- and only have one inch worms coming out of me. The testing was over 700- dollars.
I am in no way saying others should't be tested though.
On a better note, since I have started treating parasites a bit over 2 months ago, I have made some progress.
Much Love To All
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
TO LIFE,
That's great news that you are literally seeing some progress. I urge you to just keep going. I agree about the incompetency of the lab testing and the whole medical ignorance about this issue.
It's a disgrace and many people are suffering because of it. Wishing you much progress and healing,
Gael
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Greetings,
How is everyone doing? I am hanging in their. If anyone thinks this could be a problem to them as well please chime in.
Much Love
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
To Life,
May I ask which lab did your parasite testing? I am awaiting my results from Diagnos-Techs.
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Lee,
I have just moved and do not have my medical records easy to get to.
But I believe that is the lab I was refered to, it is in Carolina?
Sparkle, was kind enough to put a brillient SX list. Please check it out.
Hugs
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
Thank you, TO LIFE.
I have read Sparkle's symptoms list and I agree. It really is helpful. Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
did any of you watch THE DOCTOR'S TV SHOW today on sushi, and then they showed pictures of worms in the woman's body.
gastro dr. who talked said he would not eat fresh sushi; he sees all these worms daily in his work!
later, they showed 25' of our intestines inside of each of us...
Posted by HollyS (Member # 20550) on :
I have a 5 month old baby. A couple weeks ago she had a diaper full of what looked like worms.
Her poo was very watery so it was very easy to see them.
I was very concerned and took some pictures.
The next three diapers had the same worm looking things although there were fewer and fewer.
I went to her Dr. and was sent home with a stool test kit. Well, the results were NEGATIVE for parasites.
It doesn't make any sense. She isn't on solids yet and I am exclusively breastfeeding so it certainly wasn't from something she ate.
What else was it if it wasn't worms? Incompetent labs?
When you expel worms....are they moving or are they dead?
Posted by HollyS (Member # 20550) on :
bettyg......do I have to quit eating sushi? It is my most favorite food in the WORLD!!!
Is it just the raw food or all of it?
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Hi Holly,
Very concerned about what you found in your baby's diaper. When you expel worms depending on if you're treating them or not, they can be dead or alive.
If it happens again save them although I have heard labs have reported the actual worms to be negative. Are you treating yourself for parasites???
Since your breastfeeding, it sounds like that's the way your baby could have gotten them. Bottom Line, incompetent labs, incompetent doctors.
I have no idea how a 5 mos old is treated for worms, but you might want a second opinion from a doctor that may be more alert to these things. I would not ignore this.
Eating raw sushi is one of the easiest ways to get parasites. Switch to cooked sushi. Small price to pay if you don't want to keep reinfecting yourself.
If you can't break the habit, just visualize that you are eating parasites every time you take a bite.
Keep us posted please,
Gael
Posted by HollyS (Member # 20550) on :
Oh thanks a lot for that visual of me "eating" parasites. YUCK!!!! Now I don't think I can ever eat sushi again. :-( (Probably a good thing)
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Moved to a new thread. "Worms in baby's diaper".
Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Attn: Lee Lee,
The lab I used was Genova Diagnostics, so it is a different one than yours.
Hugs
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Note the" Chronic Viral or Bacterial Symptoms" on the list of symptoms
Could the parasites be protecting the borrelia from being killed? Is that what is making this infection so hard to eradicate with antibiotics alone?
Gael
Posted by Cass A (Member # 11134) on :
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Posted by TO LIFE (Member # 12371) on :
Dear Cass,
You live kind of in my neck of the woods. I went to Agoura High, what treatment are you doing?
Posted by Cass A (Member # 11134) on :
Dear TO LIFE,
Yes, I'm close to you!
I'm currently doing A.I., and while waiting for the next set of drops, I'm doing a parasite cleanse.
I'm also taking the supplements in the "KPU protocol" that Dr. K has just advocated--but not necessarily at the doses or in the manner he recommends (some on an empty stomach and some with food, etc.). I was already taking everything but manganese and copper, and was glad to get the P-5-P (activated form of B6), as B6 is KEY to keeping one of the most horrific effects of this disease--seizures--from happening.
How about a PM, and we can maybe get together?
Best,
Cass A
Posted by Truthfinder (Member # 8512) on :
Well, I FINALLY made time to read this entire thread....
What a great source of parasite information!
Many, many thanks to you for starting the thread and all the research, Sparkle. And also thanks to others here who have contributed so much information.
A comment about labs finding parasites....
Whenever my dog showed any signs of worms or bacteria - like loose stools - I would gather up a poop sample and take it to the vet's office. They would look at it under their microscope and could usually see what was going on, and prescribe accordingly.
Lately, though, they changed their policy. Now, they send all stool samples out for evaluation. And since then, I NEVER get a positive stool test for ANYTHING. I really don't trust those results for reasons already discussed here. Oh, and the cost for checking a stool sample has about tripled with the new policy.
I read where a simple 100x power microscope was all you needed to check stool samples for most parasites (including eggs) and bacteria.
Anybody done that?
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Truthfinder,
Check the thread micul posted on microfilaria worms. He has taken some very good pictures of worms he found in his blood. He said that he got a microscope on e-bay for about $300.
Gael
Posted by Leelee (Member # 19112) on :
I have been trying to follow this thread from the beginning, but my memory doesn't always work so if this has already been addressed, I apologize.
My LLMD told me last week that they test for parasites three separate times before feeling confident that a patient is truly negative.
I tested negative once with Diagnost-Techs and negative once with LabCorp (but I don't count them as they don't seem to be reliable).
How long should I wait before I have another screening test done?
Posted by glm1111 (Member # 16556) on :
Leelee,
It's very hard to get a positive test for parasites and worms. I tested negative many times and was loaded with parasites/worms. Maybe a good ND (naturopathic doctor) is more informative in this area.
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