22 TOPICS BELOW. DON'T MISS THE RED ONES. Readers' comments in BLACK. My comments in TEAL.

"I came across your website www.fms-help.com and am so relieved. You are a believer who I can relate to. My world is in a tail spin with this crazy syndrome. I had surgery a few months ago and now have this monstrous condition."

"I just looked at your latest newsletter www.fms-help.com/050110.htm. In your "Readers Write" section, a couple of your readers made note of their frustration, that medications either don't work, or they react to medications, prescribed by their doctors, and they still have no relief. The problem here, is that drugs are not the answer. Drugs are generally meant to address the symptoms, not the root of the problem. Drugs are chemicals, that our bodies were not made to process. The root of the problem, is imbalances in the body. My experience, as well as Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum's book ("From Fatigued to Fantastic"), have shown that the root of fibromyalgia, is a deficiency of the Hypothalamic/Pituitary Axis, which leads to hormonal imbalances, immune system deficiency, as well as adrenal insufficiency. If doctors, today, would address these issues, more FMS/CFIDS/ME sufferers would find relief of some, if not all of their symptoms. The solution to FMS/CFIDS/ME, is not drugs. The solution rests in supplements, vitamins, neutraceuticals and bioidentical hormones. This is a natural, holistic/alternative approach. Please tell your readers to persevere, in searching for a doctor, who can and will use a natural, holistic/alternative approach."

FROM DOM: Lots of truth to this. What keep me functional now despite FMS/CFIDS is a combination of natural things and some necessary meds www.fms-help.com/what.htm.

"I tried this technology in 2000 in London. I actually spent $10,000 on the system and had it sent to me in the US. At that time it was poorly developed and I could not get the support I was promised, never really could learn to use it and then THAT company I had bought it from when bankrupt. So, the question remains, does it work? I can tell you that they are really over charging. The box is NOTHING, really. I learned it could be done without the box, so tell me, what is it really then? I talked to someone who had made it work and they were successful with it. I do realize the body is electric and that the SCIO [Quantum Energy Wellness] system tries to balance the electric energy of the different systems in the body back to where they should be. I think the money they charge is ridiculous. I think they now have to pay about 15 to 20 thousand for the system. They were offering at our local fair here one year. I attended a meeting to see about getting my system upgraded and working but I guess I am just not convinced it works so I didn't want to invest any more money in it. YEt, some people swear by it. You dont' have to have any degrees, they do their own training and sell classes online and they did do it in person a few years ago. I don't know what they do now. Anyhow, they should do it for no more than $50 a session and that would be plenty of money. But people are greedy. If it really worked and was all that easy I think someone official would be on to it, don't you? I wish I could give a definite answer. I did use it on myself. I also used it on my daughter in law. Now, this is a true experience that might point to it working. The machine tells you when you should quit using it. Well, my daughter in law was trying to get pregnant and she lives a few hours away so didn't get up to see me much. I was using it on her to help with fertility and I went past the "safe" usuage. It told me to quit but I did a few more things with it. AFTER THIS, SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS PREGNANT, the only time this has happened in 11 years. But she had the worst headache of her life - it really made her sick. So much so that she has never been willing to try it again. I should not have treated so vigorously. Anyhow, she was either not really pregnant or it just didn't stay with her. No way of knowing for sure on that. That is what I know about SCIO. Hope it helps. The other thing I know is that they tried to say the one who invented the machine was someone who worked at NASA and some other stuff. Well, the only thing I could find out for sure about the guy was he helped finance some porn movies and that in my mind was not a positive thing. I could find no connection with NASA although I tried. I called and no one could give me any info that showed he had worked there. He seemed to be an unsavory character and not welcome in this country. I would have to look for my stuff to find out his name but I do have it somewhere. A lot of words and not much fact. Sorry."

"I was reading an article on Confronting FMS at Natural Solutions Magazine and I am inquiring whether you have heard of the Myers Cocktail. If so, does it work? Is it expensive?"

FROM DOM: If you've tried the Myers Coctail (IV injections), please write dombush@bellsouth.net and let us know how it worked for your fibro symptoms. Helpful or not?

"I am still sleeping with the earthing pad www.fms-help.com/050110.htm! I have had only a few nights where i did not sleep well. It is important to note that i have adrenal problems, not fibro or CFS . My morning cortisols are sky high in the mornings when i do not sleep. (i have had several adrenal stress tests, saliva 4x a day). My evening cortisols are high normal and this is the reason for my insomnia. I used to feel wired 24/7. With the earthing sleeping pad i feel calm and tired at bedtime! I understand sleep is a major issue with CFS, Fibro sufferers. My bedroom was the most electrically active room in the home with an alarm system, heated water bed, a hot tub just outside the window, and multiple electrical outlets close to the head of the bed. I would suggest ordering the book earthing written by chuck ober to understand the principal behind sleeping grounded."

FROM DOM: Can everyone please take take just a moment to call out these names to God in prayer. The needs are so great, but our combined prayers can help.

Dar - "Please pray for me. I go innto the hospital Monday, May 3, to have heart bypass or they may have to replace my heart valve."

Heidi - Has severe neurofibromatosis and many major health problems. Her aging husband is also battling serious health issues. This couple needs extreme prayer.

Bev - "Joy (a daughter of friends and member of our church body, age 10) was going out to get the mail and was hit by a Suburban here in Oregon. She was lifelighted to an area hospital and right now is in a chemically induced coma so tha they can keep watch on the swelling of her brain. Her head and neck took most of the force and they will not know how extensive her brain injuries for another 48 hours--when they allow her to wake up. She also suffered a broken ankle, a broken clavicle, a either a broken or fractured spinal cord. We're asking the Lord for complete healing of this little girl, who really is a joy."

Linda - Has fibro and is facing surgery, but most of all needs grace and strength to live with her husband who has developed Alzheimer's and has had a major personality change. She needs less stress in her home life with him.

Connie - Mother of 2 dear children, hospitalized for meningitis, staph infection, liver disorder, and needs heart surgery in 4 weeks. Seriously ill. Please pray for her healing. She carries shingles most of the time and can't take most medications because of the liver disorder. She is down to 88 lbs.

Macular Degeneration and Inflammation - Is there a connection? Laura Sarfatis Miles, M. D., Board Certified in both Ophthalmology and Anti-Aging Medicine and in private practice in Oklahoma City, OK joins Dr. Hellen Greenblatt, Chief Science Officer of Legacy for Life, on an informational call discussing the possible involvement of inflammation in macular degeneration. Replays can be heard at: (507) 726-3711 [no access code needed]. [Option #2, box #3]. Past calls on different topics affecting your health can also be heard at option #2. Macular degeneration is an eye disease that gradually limits a person�s ability to recognize faces, read, do detail work, or drive. The macula, is the area at the center of the retina. (The retina is the layer of tissue on the inside back wall of your eyeball. It acts like a movie screen on to which light is reflected.) As the center of the retina [macula] starts to breakdown, a blind spot or blurring of the vision occurs. Dr. Hellen discusses i26, a highly patented, all-natural protein that delivers complex immune factors that helps the body keep inflammation in a balanced state.

2 Corinthians 12:9 - "And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me."

"Frankincense effectively separates the nuclei of cancer cells from their cytoplasm bodies which stops cancer cells from reproducing themselves and the corrupted DNA codes. Because frankincense attacks only malignant cells while leaving health cells alone, it could revolutionize cancer treatment protocols." - BBC News, Feb 9, 2010 Full Story Here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/8505251.stm

FROM DOM: Essential oils are amazing! I have a list of my favorites at www.fms-help.com/oilsstore.htm. They affect the limbic portion of the brain, where many of our FMS/CFIDS symptoms are coming from. I use them many times a day for help with various aspects of my health. One oil blend totally eliminates BRAIN FOG for me in a few minutes and has rescued me on numerous occasions when I was "crashing," yet had to play the piano for church, or go to work. I first discovered these intriguing essential oils in 2002. Don't waste your money on inferior brands. See my site at http://dom.younglivingworld.com to get essential oils that are effective! I have a list of 101 USES FOR 7 OF THE MOST POPULAR ESSENTIAL OILS. Write dombush@bellsouth.net.

"Did you know that on FACEBOOK, there was a change on the format? A lot of people objected to this new 'format', but there is more to it than that. They become BIG BROTHER. At the time of this change, they also gave us the opportunity to go through all the 'mess' of a new format on our own, OR we could opt to the "recommended" Facebook format. Well, I did just that...and when I DID THAT, I opted to allow FACEBOOK to OWN my facebook information. They were then allowed to OWN MY WORDS, PHOTOS, INFORMATION, EVERYTHING. AND THEY IN TURN COULD RE-WORD MY OWN CONVERSATIONS ON FACEBOOK...AND THEY WERE ALLOWED TO SELL IT AND GIVE IT TO FBI, ETC. and they were also given permission to make my informaion free and available to anyone who wanted to look...on all search engines. There is a lot more to it. See www.readwriteweb.com/archives/facebook_privacy_explanation_debate.php for ways to secure your privacy on Facebook. Be careful... ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION is a dangerous thing. Who Runs Facebook? I was kind of blown away with this on Facebook but shouldn't have been. Some food for thought on how the user has absolutely NO control on what happens to their information once its uploaded. WATCH VIDEO at http://brasschecktv.com/page/603.html."

"Recently, there has been much hype regarding Activia and Danactive and their claims as false advertising etc...I don't care what they say. I have been eating Activia and Danactive since they first came out. DAILY! I have Activia with my breakfast and Danactive in the afternoon. Although it has not helped my fibromyalgia pain or any other pain. I can say it has dramatically helped my IBS. It is almost gone! I rarely need IBS meds or Tagamet for upset tummy etc.. So, I say enjoy your yogurt! As long as it is on the shelf, I'll be buying it. Our local gastrointerolist is also spouting the good news at our hospital and they have coupons available at the front desk for Activia now."

FROM DOM: Probiotics are so important. I have been taking 1 acidophilus capsule daily for decades. (My complete list of helps is at www.fms-help.com/what.htm.) Acidophilus helps me with gas, bloating and other digestive issues. I have to avoid dairy, so can't eat yogurt.

"At one time I believe I had CFS, but no longer believe this is an issue for me. I truly believe right now after reading this that my issues are totally FMS and Chronic Candidiasis for sure. I have been gradually reversing many symptoms and am back to pretty much a normal life. Minor aches and pains. The chemical sensitivites were the worst of my issues. So far avoidance is my only real remedy. I managed to convince my supervisor after a new employee was hired and added to my overload that moving me away from the general group would be the only answer. I took samples of air to my chiropractor and muscle testing reveals that the air I previously spent 8 hours a day was extremely toxic to me, while the air sample I took from my new location clearly reveals much more suitable for me. I was very fortunate to get this move in the office and I can not tell you the difference it has made. Yet when exposed to that new person in the office, when she is near prooves to me every time she comes more than 3 feet near me that what ever detergent or chemicals she uses in her clothing I am very reactive to. It is not in my head I am sure and just a comment to those who suffer with chemical sensitivities. It is not in your head. It is real and I can only say avoidance and proper diet and liverfunction improvements help dramatically."

16. IS ANYONE UNDER VA HEALTH CARE?

From a reader--

"I have had fibromyalgia for about 10 years. I kept telling my doctor for the past year that something has changed - that it feels like I now have something else as well. I'm now thinking that something else may be CFS.

On another note, I am a female veteran. I was in the Marine Corps and qualify for VA medical benefits. Since I have been under the care of the VA, I have gotten the worse medical care ever. For example, I had a car accident in December of 2008. It caused new neck pain problems (bulging disk) and caused my low back pain (bulging and herniated disks) to flare up. I advised my doctor that epidural steroid injections had helped in the past so after going through all the hoopla and red tape I was finally scheduled for an epidural in my low back in November of 2009 (almost a year later) and an injection for my neck in February 2010 (over a year later).

I can name countless other things as well (like the lack of treatment and understanding of fibromyalgia), but I think you get the picture. I pray that I never, ever get a life threatening illness while I am under the VA's care because I would probably die before getting the help I need. I think it is a shame that veteran's have to be subjected to second rate care.

I wonder if any of your other readers have to get their care through the VA and if they have been satisfied with their care? I was recently on a forum where individuals were very disgusted with the VA's medical care. The bad part is "Who do you complain to!?"...the government! I sure hope this is not how government run health care is gonna be for everyone else! A nurse friend of mine says that's exactly how it will be. I sure hope not because I was at least looking forward to being eligible for Medicare in September and getting a new doctor."

FROM DOM: I was under military health care for 7 years. It was terrible at Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center in Aurora, CO. We used to call it "The Pits at Fitz." But it was much better at NAS (Naval Air Station) Jacksonville, FL, although not nearly as personalized as civilian care is. I shudder to think that the coming government run health care will be like military health care.

17. CATARACTS

From a reader--

"I will have cataract surgery on Friday, May 14th. The eye doctor is very baffled - he had checked my eyes (regular annual check up) the first part of March, saw a tiny cataract just starting, and in three weeks I woke up and couldn't see well out of my right eye. When he checked and checked, he said he couldn't believe it and had never had a case such as this. The cataract had grown from a number one on his chart to a number five. The largest it gets. So, surgery is the only answer, and with all my chemical sensitivities, I am dreading it. He will put me to sleep briefly while he gives me a shot in the eye to numb it, and also to cut the slit to take out the cataract, and then insert a new lens. Have you ever heard of anyone having a cataract grow that fast?"

FROM DOM: Please write dombush@bellsouth.net if you have any comments about cataracts for this reader.

18. BOWEN THERAPY

From a reader--

"I am now having what is called "Bowen Work." It is done by my massage therapist, and I have had great results in the five sessions I have had. I can't explain it - but you can find all kinds of info if you research it. I am very pleased with it, and so is my husband. He feels as if he has a new wife. Of course, there are other things I am still doing and supplements I am taking etc."

FROM DOM: See my past newsletters - search for "Bowen" at www.fms-help.com/newsletters.htm. Anyone else tried this type of massage therapy? I am unable to afford massage therapy, although I have found it helpful in the past, particularly if there is a skilled LMT with knowledge of fibromyalgia. I had a bad experience with "Rolfing" massage therapy, however. Much too rough for my nervous system.

19. INFRARED SAUNA

From a reader--

"Far-Infrared sauna --- I have one, and both my husband and I love it. I checked with my doctor and also my chiropractor before buying one for our home as they are quite expensive. My chiropractor has one in his office, and uses it some of his patients before doing work on them. And, my doctor (an Osteopath) said they have used small infrared units on people who have back problems, etc. before doing their manipulations on them. They both said there would be no problem with me using one, and with all that I deal with, I would think they would have told me if it could be dangerous or cause me more problems."

FROM DOM: Search for more on infrared in my past newsletters at www.fms-help.com/newsletters.htm.

20. HEARING & FMS

From a reader--

"A friend with FMS has vision troubles [like me] and she is a big help to me to talk to. We wondered if FMS/CFS affects one's hearing. We both notice that we hear words spoken, but at times, especially if there is a background noise, music, a loud air conditioner, we will miss some things. Like someone might say, she put the cat on the bed. I might hear hat on her head. It gets depressing to think I am already blind, totally, and my hearing is not so perfect. I get scared to travel alone with that. And I feel a little lost sometimes trying to concentrate on things so I don't miss it. It's like I hear sounds, but have to think to put them into words. Almost like an auditory processing thing sometimes."

FROM DOM: I could relate to what this reader says. I accuse my husband of mumbling, but the truth is, that I don't hear as well as I used to (especially with background noise - which distracts my thinking process - like in stores or restaurants) - and I do mix up things in my head often. I had my hearing checked a few years ago, and they said nothing was wrong with the hearing mechanism, but something is wrong inside my brain. (Why am I not surprised?) I just want to add here that I have tinnitus (ringing in the ears) 24/7. It's been like this for a few decades. It may because I have no cartilage left in my jaws (long story). I'm trying RingStop, but have not been faithful with it (the drops are kind of oily and run out of the ear). Someone told me about Quietus (developed by a rock musician), and I may try that next. I carry Hearos foam ear plugs in my purse all the time to protect my ears from loud noises, especially from music. My tinnitus (a high pitched ringing noise) is much better than it was 20 years ago, but it is still there. BTW, I also sleep with foam ear plugs. Anyone want to comment about hearing issues and auditory processing? Write dombush@bellsouth.net.

21. BOTTLED WATER

Hurting our health? Contaminated with plastic chemicals? - see http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/05/06/a-movie-about-water-you-need-to-see.aspx

FROM DOM: Does anyone know of an INEXPENSIVE water filtration system? We have a filter on our refrigerator water. Maybe that is sufficient?

22. UNREFINED SALT RAISES pH & IMPROVES ADRENAL EXHAUSTION

From a reader--

"I came across Dr. Brownstein. I read an article by him about unrefined salt which increases the body�s PH level. When the body�s level is lower than the normal 7.2 (acidic) that�s when disease thrives. Taking unrefined salt (Celtic sea salt is the most popular brand) increases the body�s PH level. I started taking unrefined salt a few days ago and I immediately felt a huge difference. I now take it every day and it has been an enormous help. There is a difference between unrefined salt and refined salt (white table salt). White table salt has no nutrients and is actually bad for you.

Not sure if you are familiar with the benefits of unrefined salt so just thought I would tell you what I have experienced since I started taking it."

FROM DOM: Wow! This is sure interesting! I have never heard of this before. Take a look at http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0ISW/is_270/ai_n26716253/ - this article mentions unrefined salt helping fibromyalgia! Also, here's a quote: "Unrefined salt contains over 80 essential minerals while refined salt contains primarily sodium and chloride. Dr. Brownstein makes a strong case about the toxicity and lifelessness of refined salt. Also covered in this chapter is the pH difference between refined and unrefined salt. Refined salt is a very acidic substance while unrefined salt is a more alkalinizing substance. Since most chronic illnesses are associated with acidity, refined salt should be avoided at all costs. Dr. Brownstein gives case histories of people improving their pH with unrefined salt and their positive clinical responses." I have been feeling incredibly better since August 2009 by raising my pH with oxygen drops http://neveranoutbreak.com/oxygen.php?partner=FM5H1PDB in my water. Sea salt might be another way to do this?? Write dombush@bellsouth.net if you have had good results for fibro with unrefined salt. I do know that in past years when I was having an FMS/CFIDS crash, I would need both sugar and salt to get myself feeling (semi) back to "normal" again.

Dominie

II Corinthians 1: 4 - "Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God." Visit Dominie's FMS/CFIDS Homepage at www.fms-help.com for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome sufferers and their families.

Dominie's Favorites: Alkalizing Drops Antioxidants Cold Sore Treatment Colloidal Silver DMSO DNA Protector & Immune Booster Essential Oils Immune Balancing Shake Nutritional Powder Omega 3's Oxygen Drops Protein Powder Shingles Treatment Stress Tablets Supplements (highly bioavailable) Questions? Send email to dombush@bellsouth.net

FREE BUSINESS CARDS

DOMINIE'S FIBROMYALGIA & CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME HOMEPAGE

REQUEST MY FREE NEWSLETTER

DISCLAIMER: I am not a medical doctor. I am a fibromyalgia / chronic fatigue syndrome survivor. The purpose of this website is not to diagnose or cure any disease or malady, but is presented as food for thought. This information cannot take the place of professional medical advice. Any attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should come under the direction of a physician. No guarantees are made regarding any of the information in this website.