Re: Curious about Bacterial Infection?

[Guest guest]

A question for the nurses, and alternative practitioners etc. Over a

month ago my hubby got quite sick. He had time off work which is unusual

for him. The doctor said it wasn't the flu but a bacterial infection.

He's been taking antibiotics, and still hasn't got rid of it. It's deep

in his chest with coughing etc. I've had massive infections, lung

infections etc., over the years with CFS. Many times hubby would pick up

infections (on the job) and I'd get very ill. But he'd always be better

in 24 - 48 hours.

So, my question is this. Is a bacterial infection not necessarily

contagious? Or could it mean that my immune system is suddenly getting

stronger? The only changes I've made recently is improved diet. Lot's of

Vitamin D daily for about 6 - 8 weeks - Vitamin B Complex, too. Some

coconut oil on most days for several weeks. And paced walks about 3-days

a week. I'm interested to know what you think! Thanks to you all

Carlene

[Guest guest]

Sandie, it's good to know that it's not necessarily contagious.

Regarding handwashing hubby laughs at me because my handwashing borders

on OCD. LOL And as you say B vitamins, and walking strengthen the

immune system. The supplements I mentioned in my post are on top of the

ones I was already taking. Which is a good over 50's multi-vitamin, and

Evening Primrose Oil. I started taking Milk Thistle , and a Probiotic a

month ago, too. And Hawthorn tablets I started taking quite some time

ago due to shocking palpitations. Which by the way works wonders for me!

You've reminded me I've got a packet of Vitamin C (calcium ascorbate)

powder I need to start on.

Also, another question. I've been taking Vitamin B12 & Folic Acid

together for awhile. Years ago I saw a medical documentary in Australia.

The researchers said that a combination of Vitamin B12 & Folic Acid

helps repair DNA damage in the body. I wonder if you (or anyone else,

here) have knowledge of this. Thanks Sandie. Cheers Carlene

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> Carlene, if you and him are doing good handwashing technigue and if he

> covering his mouth when he coughs, you may not necessarily catch it.

Also

> the B vitamins are good for stress, thus that would help in

strengthening

> your immune system somewhat. If you stay stressed you are more likely

to

> catch infections. The walks also help in improving your immune system.

Are

> you taking any Vit C? That would also help.

>

> Sandie

>

[Guest guest]

I know exactly what you mean! My hubby can catch some dreadful virus

or infection and be well in 2-3 days. However, if I catch it, then I

have often been down for months at a time in the past (which is why I

take the immune powder now because I have to keep working). It could

be that your immune system is getting stronger. Now wouldn't that be

great! Or it could be that this particular bacteria doesn't like you -

- haha! - Dom

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>

> A question for the nurses, and alternative practitioners etc. Over a

> month ago my hubby got quite sick. He had time off work which is

unusual

> for him. The doctor said it wasn't the flu but a bacterial

infection.

> He's been taking antibiotics, and still hasn't got rid of it. It's

deep

> in his chest with coughing etc. I've had massive infections, lung

> infections etc., over the years with CFS. Many times hubby would

pick up

> infections (on the job) and I'd get very ill. But he'd always be

better

> in 24 - 48 hours.

>

> So, my question is this. Is a bacterial infection not necessarily

> contagious? Or could it mean that my immune system is suddenly

getting

> stronger? The only changes I've made recently is improved diet.

Lot's of

> Vitamin D daily for about 6 - 8 weeks - Vitamin B Complex, too. Some

> coconut oil on most days for several weeks. And paced walks about 3-

days

> a week. I'm interested to know what you think! Thanks to you all

> Carlene

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