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Started by yukon cornelius, July 11, 2018, 02:33:05 PM

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yukon cornelius

I was lucky enough to get my appointment moved up to yesterday morning due to a cancellation. I had had a few really good days and then ended up sick on the way home from Michigan Michigan and been sub-par ever since. This specialist was very thorough. He spent over 3 hours with me. Prior to going in he had mailed us a thick questionnaire. We went over it and checking things as we went. He thought it was clear the Doxycycline did not work. He feels it could be a Lyme disease strain along with RMSF . He drew blood for it to send for a different type of blood test. A Blot test. I had read prior that test was more reliable. He also feels i got Candida, a yeast i nfection, in my digestive system from the antibiotics. That explains the bloating and some pain. I am also being checkups heavy metals which is common in tick borne illness. I understand it makes it more difficult to expel them and they build up. He wants me to see a cardiologist because my 12 lead shows I had an inferior infarct. there is a lot of more information he gave us and told us. He has a nurse in the room taking notes through the visit because there so much covered. We get a copy of them to help us understand and remember. I am glad to get in to him. I believe he can get me back in my feet.
It seems I am a coarse thread bolt in a world of fine threaded nuts!

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thecfarm

Model 6020-20hp Manual Thomas bandsaw,TC40A 4wd 40 hp New Holland tractor, 450 Norse Winch, Heatmor 400 OWB,YCC 1978-79

Magicman

It was so good to read that you got to see the Dr. earlier than expected and Thank You Larry for the report.  I am looking forward to reading that you have succeeded in beating this beast.

My Prayer is for Healing Grace.
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Bruno of NH

I'm happy you got in with the specialist. 
I hope they find a quick diagnoses. 
Lt 40 wide with 38hp gas and command controls , F350 4x4 dump and lot of contracting tools

YellowHammer

These multiple diagnosis make a lot of sense to me.  I'm glad you got to somebody who can help. 
   
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Sawing is fun for the first couple million boards.

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yukon cornelius

So much has happened since the last post here. I got the tick blood test back. I was positive for two masters disease. That is Missouri Lyme disease strand. Also a heat resistant strand, a biofilm  strand and one other i cannot remember. I was tested for heavy metals and I am highly toxic with lead and mercury. I start 3-6 months of IV chelation for that soon. I tested very low for testosterone so starting medication for that. I saw the cardiologist today and they are scheduling a chemical stress test. He seemed a little concerned. Also today I had blood drawn to test me for lupus.

I have had a few good days and several i could not function. For a couple weeks i was not able to dress myself or get up the stairs to the bedroom. I have bouts of horrible shuddering and tremors. I had been falling a lot and unable to get up on my own. Then it cleared up for a while. A few nights ago it came back.  I needed help getting my clothes changed and ended up in the floor. My wife got me up and then I fell of f the toilet trying to get up. I had to have help up. Since then I am getting strength back slowly. I just stumble around like I am drunk. 

This is pretty tough to handle. I have always been very self sufficient. I will get past it i know and I know God has a plan for it. 
It seems I am a coarse thread bolt in a world of fine threaded nuts!

Making a living with a manual mill can be done!

IMERC

YIKES!!!
here's pulling for you and yours....

but I gotta ask...
why the presence of heavy metals?
Who ever invented work didn't know how to fish.... Here fishy fishy....

thecfarm

I sure do hope the DR, can found something that will help you out.
Model 6020-20hp Manual Thomas bandsaw,TC40A 4wd 40 hp New Holland tractor, 450 Norse Winch, Heatmor 400 OWB,YCC 1978-79

Peter Drouin

Get the rest of the family tested for the lead and mercury.
And find the source.
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YellowHammer

Cripes!  Heavy metal poisoning! What Peter said, you need to find the source faster than ASAP.

I'm surprised your Dr. hasn't alerted the local health department, and they start an investigation to find out how you are exposed, and if it is work related related or if you are getting exposed somewhere and somehow, elsewhere.
YellowHammerisms:

Take steps to save steps.

If it won't roll, its not a log; it's still a tree.  Sawmills cut logs, not trees.

Kiln drying wood: When the cookies are burned, they're burned, and you can't fix them.

Sawing is fun for the first couple million boards.

Be smarter than the sawdust

Magicman

It's alarming to hear/read your above reply Larry.  Our Prayers will continue for your source investigation, diagnosis, and recovery. 
Knothole Sawmill, LLC     '98 Wood-Mizer LT40SuperHydraulic   WM Million BF Club Member   WM Pro Sawyer Network

It's Weird being the Same Age as Old People

Never allow your "need" to make money to exceed your "desire" to provide quality service.....The Magicman

yukon cornelius

We are in lead country. There were several lead mines around our area. We are getting that tested. Not sure if it could come from cedar dust. I need to research that. Next is a real possibility. I have been a firefighter since 1996. Could have came from that. 

The whole family is getting tested. It is a bit scary. 

The specialist who ordered the test says that lyme disease causes my to retain metals and not eliminate them as a normal person. He has been right with everything he has suspected so far. 

For starters we installed a heavy metals filter on our faucet. We only drink and cook with filtered water. 
It seems I am a coarse thread bolt in a world of fine threaded nuts!

Making a living with a manual mill can be done!

LeeB

Chelation will clear your arteries too. 
'98 LT40HDD/Lombardini, Case 580L, Cat D4C, JD 3032 tractor, JD 5410 tractor, Husky 346, 372 and 562XP's. Stihl MS180 and MS361, 1998 and 2006 3/4 Ton 5.9 Cummins 4x4's, 1989 Dodge D100 w/ 318, and a 1966 Chevy C60 w/ dump bed.

bwstout

Sure hope all works out ok in our prayers.
home built mill

Ron Scott

Not good for sure! Hope its figured out soon. 
~Ron

Bruno of NH

Lt 40 wide with 38hp gas and command controls , F350 4x4 dump and lot of contracting tools

Lko67

Prayers to you I've been down the Lyme road. Had Lyme,Rocky mtn spotted fever and q fever. Took 3 years until it was figured out and my lyme doctor said I had 6 to 8 weeks to live. Couldn't walk 20 yards without stopping to catch my breath. Q fever was attacking my heart and lungs. You are your best advocate and know your body. Getting a good doctor is half the battle.

yukon cornelius

Update, chemical stress test came back on with only minor mitral valve insufficiency. I am still having issues. My primary physician sent me to another doctor for a consult. He sent me to a neurologist. I had a MRI on my brain today. This coming week i go see a rheumatologist. He also wants me to see an infectious disease doctor, and a urologist. I see the tick specialist towards the end of the month. I could use prayers. 
It seems I am a coarse thread bolt in a world of fine threaded nuts!

Making a living with a manual mill can be done!

Magicman

Thank You for the update Larry.  My prayer is for Healing Grace.
Knothole Sawmill, LLC     '98 Wood-Mizer LT40SuperHydraulic   WM Million BF Club Member   WM Pro Sawyer Network

It's Weird being the Same Age as Old People

Never allow your "need" to make money to exceed your "desire" to provide quality service.....The Magicman

LeeB

Been thinking about you a lot lately. My neighbor is going through the same thing. I'm pretty sure she is seeing the same specialist.
'98 LT40HDD/Lombardini, Case 580L, Cat D4C, JD 3032 tractor, JD 5410 tractor, Husky 346, 372 and 562XP's. Stihl MS180 and MS361, 1998 and 2006 3/4 Ton 5.9 Cummins 4x4's, 1989 Dodge D100 w/ 318, and a 1966 Chevy C60 w/ dump bed.

thecfarm

You're going to be busy seeing all them Doctors. :o   But something needs to be done and get some answers and get you on the feeling better list.
Model 6020-20hp Manual Thomas bandsaw,TC40A 4wd 40 hp New Holland tractor, 450 Norse Winch, Heatmor 400 OWB,YCC 1978-79

Bruno of NH

Lt 40 wide with 38hp gas and command controls , F350 4x4 dump and lot of contracting tools

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