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This article was ignorant and misinformed.youtube.com Conventional medicine has repeatedly failed my family, while functional medicine practitioners have helped. My child came home from college with a serious mental illness that 21 doctors and 9 psychiatric medications did nothing for, resulting in a suicide attempt. Enter functional medicine, where diagnosing and treating celiac, multiple food sensitivities, leaky gut, and severe nutrient deficiencies led to a complete cure with no drugs needed.youtube.com Conventional medicine ignored my estrogen dominance and toxicity until I had cancer in my ovaries and uterus. Then they were ready with surgery and chemotherapy, both of which damaged my body permanently.
High dose vitamin C, melatonin, mushrooms, artesunate, and curcumin all have evidence based studies behind them and were a part of my functional medicine treatment plan. My conventional oncologist told me recently he’s very surprised I have not had a recurrence given the seriousness of the presentation where my ovary had ruptured spilling cancer cells throughout my body. The chemotherapy triggered chronic fatigue syndrome, which according to Nobel Laureates and several members of the National Academy of Sciences, is a multi organ system autoimmune disease, with dysfunctional immune response, leaky gut, endocrine, neurological, and cardiovascular dysfunction. How did conventional medicine treat me? I went to a dozen Seattle doctors, including 3 cancer survivorship clinics, who did nothing for me.
I was yelled at, dismissed, fired, and they couldn’t even read the lab results my functional medicine doctor had done, showing a plethora of abnormalities, including high serum ferritin, low immunoglobulins, and evidence of 6 infections. All they offered me was psychotherapy so I could "learn to cope with my fatigue" and the UW Pain Clinic (I’m not in pain.). Meanwhile, my functional medicine doctor gave me IV and oral nutrients, immunomodulators, and artesunate (subject of the 2015 Nobel Prize in medicine and chemistry). I’ve since learned that most patients as sick as I am are bedbound or in a wheelchair, while I am ambulatory and work part time. He’s kept me functioning.
If you look on the CDC website, you’ll see that nutrients are the only treatment, so this was quite appropriate. There are no FDA approved drugs. Arrogant skeptics like the author of this article are what’s wrong with medicine, where people like me and my family members fall through the cracks. I’ve been stunned to find so many intelligent people so narrow minded and uncurious. If you care to look, there is a great deal of research supporting what functional medicine doctors do. The Cleveland Clinic adopted Functional Medicine about 4 years ago and the clinic has doubled in size since. They saw that the old way of doing things wasn’t as helpful as it could be and were open minded enough to see the promise in functional medicine, which, by all accounts, is quite successful at improving patient outcomes. Don’t knock it, it may save your life some day. And don’t you dare take it away from me. And, by the way, though functional medicine practitioners have various degrees, I see a naturopathic doctor who is brilliant, curious, and expert at diagnosis through conventional lab testing and prescribing nutrients, hormones, botanicals, and pharmaceutical drugs.
There are many reasons why an individual may begin taking prescription painkillers, such as Vicodin; the most likely reason being an injury, post surgery or illness. Prescription painkillers are powerful opiate narcotics and while many people begin taking them for medical reasons, excessive use can quickly turn into abuse and addiction. The truth is that you can become addicted to prescription painkillers even if you have never had substance abuse. In most cases, Vicodin abuse or addiction begins with the physician’s prescription. Vicodin is often used to control pain after an individual has surgery, or when they are recovering from an injury or due to an illness.
The problem lies in the fact that once the medical reason has passed and the drug is no longer needed, many individuals do not stop taking the drug.youtube.com At this point, the person is only taking Vicodin for the euphoria they experience on the drug. Sometimes Vicodin addiction begins as a result of getting the drug from a friend. For instance a friend may offer their Vicodin when you complain of back or muscle pain. It may seem harmless; however taking Vicodin even a few times in this manner can lead to the desire to have more of the drug and can result in Vicodin abuse and addiction.
Taking Vicodin in place of another opiate is one more way in which an addiction can present itself. Often it happens that an individual wants to escape the abuse or addiction of one drug, only to discover that they are addicted to the other. For example an individual that is addicted to Heroin or Morphine, may begin taking Vicodin as a substitute because they have more access to Vicodin and that the drug allows the same type of sensation as Morphine and Heroin. Beating a Vicodin addiction may be difficult but it is not impossible. If you have tried to stop taking Vicodin on your own and you have been unsuccessful, it may be necessary for you to enter detox and a rehab treatment program.
Most physicians suggest that individuals who want to detox from opiate addiction seek medical detox. IV therapy medical detox is seen as the best method of medical detox because intravenous therapy makes it possible to adjust the medication for an immediate response. It is possible that your loved one will not be willing to admit that they have a Vicodin addiction. Showing support and encouragement to get them to agree to enter detox and a rehab treatment may not be enough, but it may be necessary to have an interventionist or liaison speak to your loved one. Author's Bio: Lara Schuster writes for Gallus Medical Detox Centers. Gallus Detox provides safe drug and alcohol detox with customized IV therapy to comfortably alleviate withdrawal symptoms and patients are monitored 24/7 by ICU level nurses. This proven detox method was developed by Dr. Patrick Gallus after 15-plus years as an emergency room physician caring for alcohol and drug addicted patients. Gallus Medical Detox Centers features upscale private rooms, gourmet meals, Wi-Fi and HDTV. Patient confidentiality is always protected.youtube.com Please Register or Login to post new comment.
What Beer and others in the IV therapy business hope to do is to make this treatment available for the general public. 0027 combinations of pain medication, vitamins, electrolytes and glutathione -- a detoxifying agent that supports the liver -- for the maximum replenishment of chemicals that can become depleted after drinking. The IV delivery method allows the fluids, pain medication, vitamins and minerals to be rapidly absorbed by the body without having to go through the digestive tract, leaving most people feeling better relatively quickly, enthusiasts say. 0027s which, if administered improperly, can cause infections, swelling, and pain or burning at the injection site. He advises playing it safe -- and saving some cash -- by picking up some chicken soup and simply waiting it out. 0027t something that will prevent liver damage from excessive drinking.
What is nutrient OR vitamin IV therapy? If you're like most people, you probably don't consume your daily dose of vitamins and minerals, let alone experience their valuable benefits. Nutrient IV Therapy is a safe and effective way to receive natural vitamins, minerals, and amino acids direct to the bloodstream. The 30 to 45-minute session enhances your energy, improves your overall mood, and helps prevent future health conditions caused by stress, malnutrition, and dehydration. Are there any side effects during the IV process? No major side effects are usually seen; however, people do experience some cooling of the arm and a mineral taste in the mouth.
Do not worry, as this is all normal. How long does a session take? Our nutrient IV’s take approximately 30-45 minutes for the drip to be fully administered. What are nutrient IV’s made of?youtube.com Nutrient IVs are similar to IV’s you would find at your local hospital. They all consist of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, which are found in the body naturally. Adding these nutrients gives the body more of what your organs need to function properly. How frequently should I do IV Therapy? None of our IV’s contain toxins that are found in medicine or pharmaceuticals, so no one experiences an overdose of any kind.
If you are healthy, theoretically it is safe for daily use. Realistically, most people do not put such high demands on their bodies where they would need daily nutrient IV Therapy.Our most frequent dosage is a bi-weekly program. But you should tailor your IV Therapy to your lifestyle. How soon should I feel the effects? Depending on your nutritional and hydration status you may see dramatic effects after the first IV. People who get IV’s regularly will feel less dramatic effects as their body starts to obtain optimal hydration and nutritional balance. Is this process painful? Everyone’s pain tolerance is different. While some people find needles to be relatively painless, others will find it a bit painful.
For these patients, we have ways of making the process more comfortable. However, this procedure is in no way excruciating. We use a smaller needle than what is used in children's hospitals.youtube.com Who should or shouldn't do this? If you retain fluids, have kidney problems, or suffer from certain health conditions, you should not engage in nutrient IV Therapy.youtube.com We always recommend that you check with your primary care physician if you’re unsure. However, anyone with a healthy history can safely obtain its benefits. Is there any potential reaction to receiving a nutrient IV while on other medications? Negative reactions are slim to none, since this procedure is proven to be advantageous and safe.
Either way, everyone is monitored and if some discomfort begins, we will simply monitor you over time and stop if necessary. Most people respond favorably to the therapy, feeling energized and alert from the beginning. Is it an expensive treatment? IV Therapy is a premium service that improves your body’s performance enormously. It is an investment, so if you compare the price against the benefits you receive from it, you’ll find it’s worth it. Users agree that preventative medicine such as nutrient IV Therapy strengthens their immune system, helping them avoid expensive doctor visits and prescription medication that come from something like a severe cold or allergy. What should I do after the treatment is done? After your session, you can go about your day as you would normally. There are no restrictions. We recommend that you exercise, meditate, eat healthy meals, stay hydrated, and get enough rest daily.youtube.com Are all nutrient IV infusions the same? Not quite. Even though all IV drips are administered using the same procedure the quantities and nutrients on each one are different, since they look to achieve specific goals (skin lightening, muscle recovery, mental focus, etc.).youtube.com You can learn more about our IV drip selection right here.
If your primary care doctor doesn’t ask you "who knows you better? " then you need to ask yourself whether you are in good hands or not. A primary doctor actually makes a list that shows the most important relationship you share with people. He/she basically knows your medical background and lifestyle better than anyone. This reason is more than enough to take your time while choosing a good primary care and functional medicine doctor. Here are some tips to follow in order to choose the right doctor. The best advice you will get is from someone you know. It might be your family or friend who are visiting the doctor or have a recommendation for you.youtube.com It is better to trust someone who is known then to go to that person whom you don’t even know.
