Guest guest Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Kenda, I thought isocort was another form of hydrocortisone. Is it? I was given a prescription for cortef (hydocortisone) from my alternative Md. I am afraid to take it though because I haven't tried the natural remedies yet, such as adrenal cortical extract and licorice root.... until I know exactly what is going on I don't really know what I should do. Is Isocort something you can buy over the counter? It was recommended to me in the past actually but I never followed up on it. Another totally wierd thing is showing up on my blood work... I am vitamin D deficient to the point where it is almost an emergency. I don't know what the heck is going on with my body. Maybe I have a hole in my intestine the size of a grapefruit! Gotta get to the bottom of this though. Please tell me alittle more about the isocort. Thanks, Dawn Kenda Skaggs & lt;skaggs@... & gt; wrote: I hope you feel better soon, Dawn. You have been through so much already.I take an adrenal supplement by the name of Isocort that might help you. Idon't know if you're up for trying supplements without a doctor prescribingthem, but it has worked wonders for me. The only problem with it is if yourliver isn't working up to par, you may not clear it out of your system andmay be wired from it. At one point I was so toxic that I couldn't handle1/2 tablet, but now happily take 7 or 8 teeny tablets per day. It's anadrenal supplement, similar to thyroid meds for the thyroid. It doesn'thelp the adrenals work, it fills in the gap when they are under working.Not ideal for those who want to feed their body to help it functionnaturally, but that route doesn't work for some of us. It sure didn't forme. :(Take care,Kenda> Hi Sis,> Okay, I will try and give you the reader's digest version.> Made the worst decision of my life in May 2002 (decided to get the implants).> Was implanted with Mentor Saline anatomical by a NYC surgeon. Prior to getting> implants I was THE vision of health. I was in the best shape of my life as I> had been lifting weights at the gym and running 16 to 20 miles per week. I had> no weight problems, my hair was long and thick, my nails were strong and> healthy and so was my skin.> The surgery was the worst pain I have ever felt in my life. But, for the first> 3 to 4 months I was in my glory.... the boobs looked great.> Then Sept. of 2002 I suddenly packed on about 20lbs. My hair was falling out> all over the place. My nails began to peel and crack off. I developed severe> acne. My whole body filled up with this mysterious fluid (water retention).> The water retention was so bad that I was barely recognizable. Then I> developed very very stiff and painful muscles and joints. I was unable to grip> a pen, I could barely get out of bed due to the pain. I literally struggled to> walk up and down the steps in my house. At first I just attributed this all to> working out alittle harder.... but realizing that I had not worked out any> harder and infact, I began forcing myself to do the workouts that came so> easily to me for 13 years. I became so weak after the workouts that I went> straight to bed after them. I became a non- sexual being if ya know what I> mean.> I felt I had to do something right away.... so the first phone call I made was> to my implanting PS. I asked him if it could possibly be the implants that did> this to me. He said, no, NO WAY.... you have the safe saline. So, with that I> did research on the internet regarding my symptoms. I kept coming across> thyroid disorders. So, went to primary care guy and got tested. Thyroid tests> came out beautiful normal. Did more research and found out that it is possible> to have normal tests and still have thyroid disorder..... so, found another> guy who would give me a trial of armour thyroid. He did just that even though> he ran MORE thyroid tests and I was even more normal on those tests.> The thyroid hormone never relieved all of my symptoms except when we added> cytomel (t3) that was the only thing that did take away the pain.... only to a> point.> I went on like this suffering for almost three years and being on an> ASTRONOMICAL amount of thyroid meds in attempt to have symptom relief. My> highest dose went to 6 grains armour and 25 mcg cytomel at one point.> So, I was forced to face the music. I did some research on implants. I came> across this site. I found all of these women with these same problems and> shockingly even worse problems. I knew in my heart that I was well before I> made the fateful decision and I knew that I had to get the things out fast.> I explanted with Dr. Feng (love her!) in April of 2005.> Immediately and I mean immediately all of the pain in my body was gone. I was> no longer stiff. The strange bloat that made my face the size of a freakin'> basketball (no I'm no kidding) immediately ceased.> A month later my body rejected all of that thyroid med and I had to reduce it> to 1/5th the amount I was on. At one point I had stopped it completely but I> had to add back a small amount soon after because I started having subtle> hypothyroid symptoms.> Just recently my nails are starting to grow back like normal which indicates> to me that maybe I'm on the right track and my hair will eventually catch up.> It's been falling out like mad and I'm afraid I'll go bald. Hopefully all of> this loss is just my body readjusting after all it's been through. Wishful> thinking.. but possible.> Right now I get periods of dizziness, low blood pressure and fatigue at times.> It gets really bad when I endure stress... which makes me think I could have a> little adrenal issue going on.... that's why I had the tests done by the> endocrinologist. And truthfully, I don't even trust the way this endo is even> interpreting the tests because after all... she is an endo and if you don't> fit into their guidelines... your fine. Could be the beginning stages of> adrenal fatigue.> So, that's it. > Dawn> auntsisnj & lt;auntsisnj@... & gt; wrote: Hi Dawn,> > I've been coming to this site for about 4 months now, I think -> probably after you had your explant. Would you be willing to share> your story, so I'm more familiar with it? I got my implants in May> of 2005 and immediately had symptoms, and they continued to get> progressively worse, and after six months I had them explanted by> Dr. Feng. I'm still suffering from symptoms, but it's only been a> little more than 2 months. This year has been such a nightmare.> > Sis> > >>>> >>>> There must be some autoimmune link with the>>> bladder/kidneys. I>>> had a>>>> cluster of autoimmune issues and IC. All of the>>> other autoimmune>>> problems>>>> have been completely gone for several years, the>>> IC still plagues>>> me from>>>> time to time, although not nearly as painfully as>>> it did before >>> detoxing.>>>> >>>> Kenda>>>> >>>>> So very many of us women have suffered from some>>> sort of kidney>>>>> weakness, bladder infection, UTI's or IC, or>>> cystitis! What's up>>>>> with that!? >>>>> >>>>> I wonder if the silicone somehow damages our>>> kidneys? Or what>>> the>>>>> connection is between autoimmune diseases and>>> weak kidneys?>>>>> >>>>> Patty>>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place>>> of advice given by licensed health care>>> professionals. Consult your physician or licensed>>> health care professional before commencing any>>> medical treatment.>>> >>> "Do not let either the medical authorities or the>>> politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts>>> are, and make your own decisions about how to live a>>> happy life and how to work for a better world." ->>> Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954,>>> Chemistry; 1963, Peace)>>> >>> See our photos website! Enter "implants" for access>>> at this link:>>> http://.shutterfly.com/action/>>> >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Hi Dawn, No, Isocort is an adrenal supplement. Below is a bit I found on line about it. I have taken licorice for adrenal support but it has never helped me. In my case, it seems my adrenals needed more than support, they need to be assisted, as does my thyroid. I take 1 grain of Westhroid per day as well. Isocort turned my lack of energy totally around. I used to be very lethargic before taking Isocort. There were several places on line that sell it and it isn't very expensive. As far as your Vitamin D shortage, I pulled this out of my school book: Vitamin D is involved in normal cell growth and maturation and in regulating the immune system. It aids the assimilation and regulates levels in the blood of minerals such as calcium and phosphorus from the digestive tract, having an important role for bones and the prevention of tooth decay, pyorrhea and rickets. It helps to regulate the heart, nervous system and tissue through its regulation of calcium levels. It protects against food additives, lead and insecticide residue in food. It is essential for the health of the thyroid and parathyroid glands and relates over activity of the parathyroid. Studies have found that taking vitamin C and D reduced the risk of further cartilage damage for people suffering from osteoarthritis of the knees. Interesting the link between immune system and Vitamin D! Oh, one other thing. My vet was deciding whether or not to test my Golden Retriever for 's Disease. He decided not to because his sodium and potassium levels are normal and ian dogs are never normal range sodium/potassium. I have no idea if the same holds true for humans but it might be worth it to research it and check your labs to see if there is an imbalance. I hope this helps some. Kenda by Bezwecken Isocort is designed to provide adrenal support for the those who have adrenal fatigue or reduced cortisol levels. Reduced cortisol production can result in many symptoms including: fatigue difficulty getting up in the morning food cravings allergies anxiety lack of energy Isocort provides a standardized dose of the adreno-cortical substance (Cortisol) to supplement adrenal function. Product Ingredients: 240 pellets per bottle Isocort is a freeze dried adrenal cortex extract derived from sheep that also contains synergistic ingredients designed to restore proper adrenal function. Ingredients: Freeze dried Adrenal Cortex (Soluble Fractionation), Echinacea Exrtact, Prunus spp. and Lomatium Dissectum Root Isolate (Kreb Concentrate-2%) in a pellet base of lactose and lactase. Dosage:As a nutritional/herbal support, take 1-2 pellets, 3-4 times daily; never more than 8 pellets daily. > > Kenda, > I thought isocort was another form of hydrocortisone. Is it? I was given a > prescription for cortef (hydocortisone) from my alternative Md. I am afraid to > take it though because I haven't tried the natural remedies yet, such as > adrenal cortical extract and licorice root.... until I know exactly what is > going on I don't really know what I should do. > Is Isocort something you can buy over the counter? It was recommended to me in > the past actually but I never followed up on it. > Another totally wierd thing is showing up on my blood work... I am vitamin D > deficient to the point where it is almost an emergency. I don't know what the > heck is going on with my body. Maybe I have a hole in my intestine the size of > a grapefruit! Gotta get to the bottom of this though. > Please tell me alittle more about the isocort. > Thanks, > Dawn > Kenda Skaggs & lt;skaggs@... & gt; wrote: I hope you feel better > soon, Dawn. You have been through so much already. > > I take an adrenal supplement by the name of Isocort that might help you. I > don't know if you're up for trying supplements without a doctor prescribing > them, but it has worked wonders for me. The only problem with it is if your > liver isn't working up to par, you may not clear it out of your system and > may be wired from it. At one point I was so toxic that I couldn't handle > 1/2 tablet, but now happily take 7 or 8 teeny tablets per day. It's an > adrenal supplement, similar to thyroid meds for the thyroid. It doesn't > help the adrenals work, it fills in the gap when they are under working. > Not ideal for those who want to feed their body to help it function > naturally, but that route doesn't work for some of us. It sure didn't for > me. > > Take care, > > Kenda > > >> Hi Sis, >> Okay, I will try and give you the reader's digest version. >> Made the worst decision of my life in May 2002 (decided to get the implants). >> Was implanted with Mentor Saline anatomical by a NYC surgeon. Prior to >> getting >> implants I was THE vision of health. I was in the best shape of my life as I >> had been lifting weights at the gym and running 16 to 20 miles per week. I >> had >> no weight problems, my hair was long and thick, my nails were strong and >> healthy and so was my skin. >> The surgery was the worst pain I have ever felt in my life. But, for the >> first >> 3 to 4 months I was in my glory.... the boobs looked great. >> Then Sept. of 2002 I suddenly packed on about 20lbs. My hair was falling out >> all over the place. My nails began to peel and crack off. I developed severe >> acne. My whole body filled up with this mysterious fluid (water retention). >> The water retention was so bad that I was barely recognizable. Then I >> developed very very stiff and painful muscles and joints. I was unable to >> grip >> a pen, I could barely get out of bed due to the pain. I literally struggled >> to >> walk up and down the steps in my house. At first I just attributed this all >> to >> working out alittle harder.... but realizing that I had not worked out any >> harder and infact, I began forcing myself to do the workouts that came so >> easily to me for 13 years. I became so weak after the workouts that I went >> straight to bed after them. I became a non- sexual being if ya know what I >> mean. >> I felt I had to do something right away.... so the first phone call I made >> was >> to my implanting PS. I asked him if it could possibly be the implants that >> did >> this to me. He said, no, NO WAY.... you have the safe saline. So, with that >> I >> did research on the internet regarding my symptoms. I kept coming across >> thyroid disorders. So, went to primary care guy and got tested. Thyroid tests >> came out beautiful normal. Did more research and found out that it is >> possible >> to have normal tests and still have thyroid disorder..... so, found another >> guy who would give me a trial of armour thyroid. He did just that even though >> he ran MORE thyroid tests and I was even more normal on those tests. >> The thyroid hormone never relieved all of my symptoms except when we added >> cytomel (t3) that was the only thing that did take away the pain.... only to >> a >> point. >> I went on like this suffering for almost three years and being on an >> ASTRONOMICAL amount of thyroid meds in attempt to have symptom relief. My >> highest dose went to 6 grains armour and 25 mcg cytomel at one point. >> So, I was forced to face the music. I did some research on implants. I came >> across this site. I found all of these women with these same problems and >> shockingly even worse problems. I knew in my heart that I was well before I >> made the fateful decision and I knew that I had to get the things out fast. >> I explanted with Dr. Feng (love her!) in April of 2005. >> Immediately and I mean immediately all of the pain in my body was gone. I was >> no longer stiff. The strange bloat that made my face the size of a freakin' >> basketball (no I'm no kidding) immediately ceased. >> A month later my body rejected all of that thyroid med and I had to reduce it >> to 1/5th the amount I was on. At one point I had stopped it completely but I >> had to add back a small amount soon after because I started having subtle >> hypothyroid symptoms. >> Just recently my nails are starting to grow back like normal which indicates >> to me that maybe I'm on the right track and my hair will eventually catch up. >> It's been falling out like mad and I'm afraid I'll go bald. Hopefully all of >> this loss is just my body readjusting after all it's been through. Wishful >> thinking.. but possible. >> Right now I get periods of dizziness, low blood pressure and fatigue at >> times. >> It gets really bad when I endure stress... which makes me think I could have >> a >> little adrenal issue going on.... that's why I had the tests done by the >> endocrinologist. And truthfully, I don't even trust the way this endo is even >> interpreting the tests because after all... she is an endo and if you don't >> fit into their guidelines... your fine. Could be the beginning stages of >> adrenal fatigue. >> So, that's it. >> Dawn >> auntsisnj & lt;auntsisnj@... & gt; wrote: Hi Dawn, >> >> I've been coming to this site for about 4 months now, I think - >> probably after you had your explant. Would you be willing to share >> your story, so I'm more familiar with it? I got my implants in May >> of 2005 and immediately had symptoms, and they continued to get >> progressively worse, and after six months I had them explanted by >> Dr. Feng. I'm still suffering from symptoms, but it's only been a >> little more than 2 months. This year has been such a nightmare. >> >> Sis >> >> >>>>> >>>>> There must be some autoimmune link with the >>>> bladder/kidneys. I >>>> had a >>>>> cluster of autoimmune issues and IC. All of the >>>> other autoimmune >>>> problems >>>>> have been completely gone for several years, the >>>> IC still plagues >>>> me from >>>>> time to time, although not nearly as painfully as >>>> it did before >>>> detoxing. >>>>> >>>>> Kenda >>>>> >>>>>> So very many of us women have suffered from some >>>> sort of kidney >>>>>> weakness, bladder infection, UTI's or IC, or >>>> cystitis! What's up >>>>>> with that!? >>>>>> >>>>>> I wonder if the silicone somehow damages our >>>> kidneys? Or what >>>> the >>>>>> connection is between autoimmune diseases and >>>> weak kidneys? >>>>>> >>>>>> Patty >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place >>>> of advice given by licensed health care >>>> professionals. Consult your physician or licensed >>>> health care professional before commencing any >>>> medical treatment. >>>> >>>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the >>>> politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts >>>> are, and make your own decisions about how to live a >>>> happy life and how to work for a better world. " - >>>> Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, >>>> Chemistry; 1963, Peace) >>>> >>>> See our photos website! Enter " implants " for access >>>> at this link: >>>> http://.shutterfly.com/action/ >>>> >>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Kenda, Wow, thanks for this info... any recommendations where to buy the Isocort? Did you actually have adrenal testing done? Or, were you prescribed this based upon your symptoms? Thanks.. Dawn Kenda Skaggs & lt;skaggs@... & gt; wrote: Hi Dawn,No, Isocort is an adrenal supplement. Below is a bit I found on line aboutit. I have taken licorice for adrenal support but it has never helped me.In my case, it seems my adrenals needed more than support, they need to beassisted, as does my thyroid. I take 1 grain of Westhroid per day as well.Isocort turned my lack of energy totally around. I used to be verylethargic before taking Isocort. There were several places on line thatsell it and it isn't very expensive. :)As far as your Vitamin D shortage, I pulled this out of my school book:Vitamin D is involved in normal cell growth and maturation and in regulatingthe immune system. It aids the assimilation and regulates levels in theblood of minerals such as calcium and phosphorus from the digestive tract,having an important role for bones and the prevention of tooth decay,pyorrhea and rickets. It helps to regulate the heart, nervous system andtissue through its regulation of calcium levels. It protects against foodadditives, lead and insecticide residue in food. It is essential for thehealth of the thyroid and parathyroid glands and relates over activity ofthe parathyroid. Studies have found that taking vitamin C and D reduced therisk of further cartilage damage for people suffering from osteoarthritis ofthe knees.Interesting the link between immune system and Vitamin D!Oh, one other thing. My vet was deciding whether or not to test my GoldenRetriever for 's Disease. He decided not to because his sodium andpotassium levels are normal and ian dogs are never normal rangesodium/potassium. I have no idea if the same holds true for humans but itmight be worth it to research it and check your labs to see if there is animbalance.I hope this helps some.Kendaby BezweckenIsocort is designed to provide adrenal support for the those who haveadrenal fatigue or reduced cortisol levels. Reduced cortisol production canresult in many symptoms including:fatigue difficulty getting up in the morningfood cravings allergies anxiety lack of energy Isocort provides a standardized dose of the adreno-cortical substance(Cortisol) to supplement adrenal function.Product Ingredients:240 pellets per bottleIsocort is a freeze dried adrenal cortex extract derived from sheep thatalso contains synergistic ingredients designed to restore proper adrenalfunction. Ingredients: Freeze dried Adrenal Cortex (Soluble Fractionation), Echinacea Exrtact,Prunus spp. and Lomatium Dissectum Root Isolate (Kreb Concentrate-2%) in apellet base of lactose and lactase.Dosage:As a nutritional/herbal support, take 1-2 pellets, 3-4 times daily;never more than 8 pellets daily.> > Kenda,> I thought isocort was another form of hydrocortisone. Is it? I was given a> prescription for cortef (hydocortisone) from my alternative Md. I am afraid to> take it though because I haven't tried the natural remedies yet, such as> adrenal cortical extract and licorice root.... until I know exactly what is> going on I don't really know what I should do.> Is Isocort something you can buy over the counter? It was recommended to me in> the past actually but I never followed up on it.> Another totally wierd thing is showing up on my blood work... I am vitamin D> deficient to the point where it is almost an emergency. I don't know what the> heck is going on with my body. Maybe I have a hole in my intestine the size of> a grapefruit! Gotta get to the bottom of this though.> Please tell me alittle more about the isocort.> Thanks,> Dawn> Kenda Skaggs & lt;skaggs@... & gt; wrote: I hope you feel better> soon, Dawn. You have been through so much already.> > I take an adrenal supplement by the name of Isocort that might help you. I> don't know if you're up for trying supplements without a doctor prescribing> them, but it has worked wonders for me. The only problem with it is if your> liver isn't working up to par, you may not clear it out of your system and> may be wired from it. At one point I was so toxic that I couldn't handle> 1/2 tablet, but now happily take 7 or 8 teeny tablets per day. It's an> adrenal supplement, similar to thyroid meds for the thyroid. It doesn't> help the adrenals work, it fills in the gap when they are under working.> Not ideal for those who want to feed their body to help it function> naturally, but that route doesn't work for some of us. It sure didn't for> me. > > Take care,> > Kenda> > >> Hi Sis,>> Okay, I will try and give you the reader's digest version.>> Made the worst decision of my life in May 2002 (decided to get the implants).>> Was implanted with Mentor Saline anatomical by a NYC surgeon. Prior to>> getting>> implants I was THE vision of health. I was in the best shape of my life as I>> had been lifting weights at the gym and running 16 to 20 miles per week. I>> had>> no weight problems, my hair was long and thick, my nails were strong and>> healthy and so was my skin.>> The surgery was the worst pain I have ever felt in my life. But, for the>> first>> 3 to 4 months I was in my glory.... the boobs looked great.>> Then Sept. of 2002 I suddenly packed on about 20lbs. My hair was falling out>> all over the place. My nails began to peel and crack off. I developed severe>> acne. My whole body filled up with this mysterious fluid (water retention).>> The water retention was so bad that I was barely recognizable. Then I>> developed very very stiff and painful muscles and joints. I was unable to>> grip>> a pen, I could barely get out of bed due to the pain. I literally struggled>> to>> walk up and down the steps in my house. At first I just attributed this all>> to>> working out alittle harder.... but realizing that I had not worked out any>> harder and infact, I began forcing myself to do the workouts that came so>> easily to me for 13 years. I became so weak after the workouts that I went>> straight to bed after them. I became a non- sexual being if ya know what I>> mean.>> I felt I had to do something right away.... so the first phone call I made>> was>> to my implanting PS. I asked him if it could possibly be the implants that>> did>> this to me. He said, no, NO WAY.... you have the safe saline. So, with that>> I>> did research on the internet regarding my symptoms. I kept coming across>> thyroid disorders. So, went to primary care guy and got tested. Thyroid tests>> came out beautiful normal. Did more research and found out that it is>> possible>> to have normal tests and still have thyroid disorder..... so, found another>> guy who would give me a trial of armour thyroid. He did just that even though>> he ran MORE thyroid tests and I was even more normal on those tests.>> The thyroid hormone never relieved all of my symptoms except when we added>> cytomel (t3) that was the only thing that did take away the pain.... only to>> a>> point.>> I went on like this suffering for almost three years and being on an>> ASTRONOMICAL amount of thyroid meds in attempt to have symptom relief. My>> highest dose went to 6 grains armour and 25 mcg cytomel at one point.>> So, I was forced to face the music. I did some research on implants. I came>> across this site. I found all of these women with these same problems and>> shockingly even worse problems. I knew in my heart that I was well before I>> made the fateful decision and I knew that I had to get the things out fast.>> I explanted with Dr. Feng (love her!) in April of 2005.>> Immediately and I mean immediately all of the pain in my body was gone. I was>> no longer stiff. The strange bloat that made my face the size of a freakin'>> basketball (no I'm no kidding) immediately ceased.>> A month later my body rejected all of that thyroid med and I had to reduce it>> to 1/5th the amount I was on. At one point I had stopped it completely but I>> had to add back a small amount soon after because I started having subtle>> hypothyroid symptoms.>> Just recently my nails are starting to grow back like normal which indicates>> to me that maybe I'm on the right track and my hair will eventually catch up.>> It's been falling out like mad and I'm afraid I'll go bald. Hopefully all of>> this loss is just my body readjusting after all it's been through. Wishful>> thinking.. but possible.>> Right now I get periods of dizziness, low blood pressure and fatigue at>> times.>> It gets really bad when I endure stress... which makes me think I could have>> a>> little adrenal issue going on.... that's why I had the tests done by the>> endocrinologist. And truthfully, I don't even trust the way this endo is even>> interpreting the tests because after all... she is an endo and if you don't>> fit into their guidelines... your fine. Could be the beginning stages of>> adrenal fatigue.>> So, that's it. >> Dawn>> auntsisnj & lt;auntsisnj@... & gt; wrote: Hi Dawn,>> >> I've been coming to this site for about 4 months now, I think ->> probably after you had your explant. Would you be willing to share>> your story, so I'm more familiar with it? I got my implants in May>> of 2005 and immediately had symptoms, and they continued to get>> progressively worse, and after six months I had them explanted by>> Dr. Feng. I'm still suffering from symptoms, but it's only been a>> little more than 2 months. This year has been such a nightmare.>> >> Sis>> >> >>>>> >>>>> There must be some autoimmune link with the>>>> bladder/kidneys. I>>>> had a>>>>> cluster of autoimmune issues and IC. All of the>>>> other autoimmune>>>> problems>>>>> have been completely gone for several years, the>>>> IC still plagues>>>> me from>>>>> time to time, although not nearly as painfully as>>>> it did before >>>> detoxing.>>>>> >>>>> Kenda>>>>> >>>>>> So very many of us women have suffered from some>>>> sort of kidney>>>>>> weakness, bladder infection, UTI's or IC, or>>>> cystitis! What's up>>>>>> with that!? >>>>>> >>>>>> I wonder if the silicone somehow damages our>>>> kidneys? Or what>>>> the>>>>>> connection is between autoimmune diseases and>>>> weak kidneys?>>>>>> >>>>>> Patty>>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place>>>> of advice given by licensed health care>>>> professionals. Consult your physician or licensed>>>> health care professional before commencing any>>>> medical treatment.>>>> >>>> "Do not let either the medical authorities or the>>>> politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts>>>> are, and make your own decisions about how to live a>>>> happy life and how to work for a better world." ->>>> Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954,>>>> Chemistry; 1963, Peace)>>>> >>>> See our photos website! Enter "implants" for access>>>> at this link:>>>> http://.shutterfly.com/action/>>>> >>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Dawn, I had testing done and my adrenals are weak. I got a fax of lab work I did a week ago and it looks like they are still weak, at least that's my unprofessional diagnoses. I see Dr. Leu next week to see what he has to say about it. Do a Google search for Bezwecken Isocort. There were lots of places that advertised it on Google. It's about $25 a bottle. Kenda > Kenda, > Wow, thanks for this info... any recommendations where to buy the Isocort? Did > you actually have adrenal testing done? Or, were you prescribed this based > upon your symptoms? > Thanks.. > Dawn > Kenda Skaggs & lt;skaggs@... & gt; wrote: Hi Dawn, > > No, Isocort is an adrenal supplement. Below is a bit I found on line about > it. I have taken licorice for adrenal support but it has never helped me. > In my case, it seems my adrenals needed more than support, they need to be > assisted, as does my thyroid. I take 1 grain of Westhroid per day as well. > Isocort turned my lack of energy totally around. I used to be very > lethargic before taking Isocort. There were several places on line that > sell it and it isn't very expensive. > > As far as your Vitamin D shortage, I pulled this out of my school book: > > Vitamin D is involved in normal cell growth and maturation and in regulating > the immune system. It aids the assimilation and regulates levels in the > blood of minerals such as calcium and phosphorus from the digestive tract, > having an important role for bones and the prevention of tooth decay, > pyorrhea and rickets. It helps to regulate the heart, nervous system and > tissue through its regulation of calcium levels. It protects against food > additives, lead and insecticide residue in food. It is essential for the > health of the thyroid and parathyroid glands and relates over activity of > the parathyroid. Studies have found that taking vitamin C and D reduced the > risk of further cartilage damage for people suffering from osteoarthritis of > the knees. > > Interesting the link between immune system and Vitamin D! > > Oh, one other thing. My vet was deciding whether or not to test my Golden > Retriever for 's Disease. He decided not to because his sodium and > potassium levels are normal and ian dogs are never normal range > sodium/potassium. I have no idea if the same holds true for humans but it > might be worth it to research it and check your labs to see if there is an > imbalance. > > I hope this helps some. > > Kenda > > by Bezwecken > Isocort is designed to provide adrenal support for the those who have > adrenal fatigue or reduced cortisol levels. Reduced cortisol production can > result in many symptoms including: > > fatigue > > difficulty getting up in the morning > > food cravings > > allergies > > anxiety > > lack of energy > > Isocort provides a standardized dose of the adreno-cortical substance > (Cortisol) to supplement adrenal function. > > Product Ingredients: > > 240 pellets per bottle > > > Isocort is a freeze dried adrenal cortex extract derived from sheep that > also contains synergistic ingredients designed to restore proper adrenal > function. > > Ingredients: > > Freeze dried Adrenal Cortex (Soluble Fractionation), Echinacea Exrtact, > Prunus spp. and Lomatium Dissectum Root Isolate (Kreb Concentrate-2%) in a > pellet base of lactose and lactase. > > > Dosage:As a nutritional/herbal support, take 1-2 pellets, 3-4 times daily; > never more than 8 pellets daily. > > > >> >> Kenda, >> I thought isocort was another form of hydrocortisone. Is it? I was given a >> prescription for cortef (hydocortisone) from my alternative Md. I am afraid >> to >> take it though because I haven't tried the natural remedies yet, such as >> adrenal cortical extract and licorice root.... until I know exactly what is >> going on I don't really know what I should do. >> Is Isocort something you can buy over the counter? It was recommended to me >> in >> the past actually but I never followed up on it. >> Another totally wierd thing is showing up on my blood work... I am vitamin D >> deficient to the point where it is almost an emergency. I don't know what the >> heck is going on with my body. Maybe I have a hole in my intestine the size >> of >> a grapefruit! Gotta get to the bottom of this though. >> Please tell me alittle more about the isocort. >> Thanks, >> Dawn >> Kenda Skaggs & lt;skaggs@... & gt; wrote: I hope you feel better >> soon, Dawn. You have been through so much already. >> >> I take an adrenal supplement by the name of Isocort that might help you. I >> don't know if you're up for trying supplements without a doctor prescribing >> them, but it has worked wonders for me. The only problem with it is if your >> liver isn't working up to par, you may not clear it out of your system and >> may be wired from it. At one point I was so toxic that I couldn't handle >> 1/2 tablet, but now happily take 7 or 8 teeny tablets per day. It's an >> adrenal supplement, similar to thyroid meds for the thyroid. It doesn't >> help the adrenals work, it fills in the gap when they are under working. >> Not ideal for those who want to feed their body to help it function >> naturally, but that route doesn't work for some of us. It sure didn't for >> me. >> >> Take care, >> >> Kenda >> >> >>> Hi Sis, >>> Okay, I will try and give you the reader's digest version. >>> Made the worst decision of my life in May 2002 (decided to get the >>> implants). >>> Was implanted with Mentor Saline anatomical by a NYC surgeon. Prior to >>> getting >>> implants I was THE vision of health. I was in the best shape of my life as I >>> had been lifting weights at the gym and running 16 to 20 miles per week. I >>> had >>> no weight problems, my hair was long and thick, my nails were strong and >>> healthy and so was my skin. >>> The surgery was the worst pain I have ever felt in my life. But, for the >>> first >>> 3 to 4 months I was in my glory.... the boobs looked great. >>> Then Sept. of 2002 I suddenly packed on about 20lbs. My hair was falling out >>> all over the place. My nails began to peel and crack off. I developed severe >>> acne. My whole body filled up with this mysterious fluid (water retention). >>> The water retention was so bad that I was barely recognizable. Then I >>> developed very very stiff and painful muscles and joints. I was unable to >>> grip >>> a pen, I could barely get out of bed due to the pain. I literally struggled >>> to >>> walk up and down the steps in my house. At first I just attributed this all >>> to >>> working out alittle harder.... but realizing that I had not worked out any >>> harder and infact, I began forcing myself to do the workouts that came so >>> easily to me for 13 years. I became so weak after the workouts that I went >>> straight to bed after them. I became a non- sexual being if ya know what I >>> mean. >>> I felt I had to do something right away.... so the first phone call I made >>> was >>> to my implanting PS. I asked him if it could possibly be the implants that >>> did >>> this to me. He said, no, NO WAY.... you have the safe saline. So, with that >>> I >>> did research on the internet regarding my symptoms. I kept coming across >>> thyroid disorders. So, went to primary care guy and got tested. Thyroid >>> tests >>> came out beautiful normal. Did more research and found out that it is >>> possible >>> to have normal tests and still have thyroid disorder..... so, found another >>> guy who would give me a trial of armour thyroid. He did just that even >>> though >>> he ran MORE thyroid tests and I was even more normal on those tests. >>> The thyroid hormone never relieved all of my symptoms except when we added >>> cytomel (t3) that was the only thing that did take away the pain.... only to >>> a >>> point. >>> I went on like this suffering for almost three years and being on an >>> ASTRONOMICAL amount of thyroid meds in attempt to have symptom relief. My >>> highest dose went to 6 grains armour and 25 mcg cytomel at one point. >>> So, I was forced to face the music. I did some research on implants. I came >>> across this site. I found all of these women with these same problems and >>> shockingly even worse problems. I knew in my heart that I was well before I >>> made the fateful decision and I knew that I had to get the things out fast. >>> I explanted with Dr. Feng (love her!) in April of 2005. >>> Immediately and I mean immediately all of the pain in my body was gone. I >>> was >>> no longer stiff. The strange bloat that made my face the size of a freakin' >>> basketball (no I'm no kidding) immediately ceased. >>> A month later my body rejected all of that thyroid med and I had to reduce >>> it >>> to 1/5th the amount I was on. At one point I had stopped it completely but I >>> had to add back a small amount soon after because I started having subtle >>> hypothyroid symptoms. >>> Just recently my nails are starting to grow back like normal which indicates >>> to me that maybe I'm on the right track and my hair will eventually catch >>> up. >>> It's been falling out like mad and I'm afraid I'll go bald. Hopefully all of >>> this loss is just my body readjusting after all it's been through. Wishful >>> thinking.. but possible. >>> Right now I get periods of dizziness, low blood pressure and fatigue at >>> times. >>> It gets really bad when I endure stress... which makes me think I could have >>> a >>> little adrenal issue going on.... that's why I had the tests done by the >>> endocrinologist. And truthfully, I don't even trust the way this endo is >>> even >>> interpreting the tests because after all... she is an endo and if you don't >>> fit into their guidelines... your fine. Could be the beginning stages of >>> adrenal fatigue. >>> So, that's it. >>> Dawn >>> auntsisnj & lt;auntsisnj@... & gt; wrote: Hi Dawn, >>> >>> I've been coming to this site for about 4 months now, I think - >>> probably after you had your explant. Would you be willing to share >>> your story, so I'm more familiar with it? I got my implants in May >>> of 2005 and immediately had symptoms, and they continued to get >>> progressively worse, and after six months I had them explanted by >>> Dr. Feng. I'm still suffering from symptoms, but it's only been a >>> little more than 2 months. This year has been such a nightmare. >>> >>> Sis >>> >>> >>>>>> >>>>>> There must be some autoimmune link with the >>>>> bladder/kidneys. I >>>>> had a >>>>>> cluster of autoimmune issues and IC. All of the >>>>> other autoimmune >>>>> problems >>>>>> have been completely gone for several years, the >>>>> IC still plagues >>>>> me from >>>>>> time to time, although not nearly as painfully as >>>>> it did before >>>>> detoxing. >>>>>> >>>>>> Kenda >>>>>> >>>>>>> So very many of us women have suffered from some >>>>> sort of kidney >>>>>>> weakness, bladder infection, UTI's or IC, or >>>>> cystitis! What's up >>>>>>> with that!? >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I wonder if the silicone somehow damages our >>>>> kidneys? Or what >>>>> the >>>>>>> connection is between autoimmune diseases and >>>>> weak kidneys? >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Patty >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place >>>>> of advice given by licensed health care >>>>> professionals. Consult your physician or licensed >>>>> health care professional before commencing any >>>>> medical treatment. >>>>> >>>>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the >>>>> politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts >>>>> are, and make your own decisions about how to live a >>>>> happy life and how to work for a better world. " - >>>>> Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, >>>>> Chemistry; 1963, Peace) >>>>> >>>>> See our photos website! Enter " implants " for access >>>>> at this link: >>>>> http://.shutterfly.com/action/ >>>>> >>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 I am not sure what the Isocort actually provides. When I see the word Cortisol, I have red flags going up, knowing that too much cortisol is actually bad for us. It is the hormone that is produced when we are under stress. I took Isocort when I was first sick too, because tests showed I had a drop in cortisol in the afternoon. I can't say the Isocort helped me though. I just didn't see a huge positive response. That is not to say it wouldn't help in the long term. My ND didn't seem to push it very hard though, and I moved on to other therapies. I am sure that many of us have adrenal involvement, as evidenced by the nightsweats, panic attacks, and fatigue, but whether that is from adrenal exhaustion, or hormonal swings, I don't know. Testing is a great idea. Here is a link that I highly recommend before taking any cortisol supplements. http://www.3sistersapothecary.com/html/resources/library/cortisol.cfm Patty > >>>>>> > >>>>>> There must be some autoimmune link with the > >>>>> bladder/kidneys. I > >>>>> had a > >>>>>> cluster of autoimmune issues and IC. All of the > >>>>> other autoimmune > >>>>> problems > >>>>>> have been completely gone for several years, the > >>>>> IC still plagues > >>>>> me from > >>>>>> time to time, although not nearly as painfully as > >>>>> it did before > >>>>> detoxing. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> Kenda > >>>>>> > >>>>>>> So very many of us women have suffered from some > >>>>> sort of kidney > >>>>>>> weakness, bladder infection, UTI's or IC, or > >>>>> cystitis! What's up > >>>>>>> with that!? > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> I wonder if the silicone somehow damages our > >>>>> kidneys? Or what > >>>>> the > >>>>>>> connection is between autoimmune diseases and > >>>>> weak kidneys? > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Patty > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place > >>>>> of advice given by licensed health care > >>>>> professionals. Consult your physician or licensed > >>>>> health care professional before commencing any > >>>>> medical treatment. > >>>>> > >>>>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the > >>>>> politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts > >>>>> are, and make your own decisions about how to live a > >>>>> happy life and how to work for a better world. " - > >>>>> Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, > >>>>> Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > >>>>> > >>>>> See our photos website! Enter " implants " for access > >>>>> at this link: > >>>>> http://.shutterfly.com/action/ > >>>>> > >>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Isocort definitively isn't for everyone. It has been nothing short of a miracle for me but that isn't to say it would be for everyone else. I am also a test junkie and monitor all of my supplements carefully. Kenda 1/14/06 2:07 PM > I am not sure what the Isocort actually provides. When I see the > word Cortisol, I have red flags going up, knowing that too much > cortisol is actually bad for us. It is the hormone that is produced > when we are under stress. > > I took Isocort when I was first sick too, because tests showed I had > a drop in cortisol in the afternoon. I can't say the Isocort helped > me though. I just didn't see a huge positive response. That is not > to say it wouldn't help in the long term. My ND didn't seem to push > it very hard though, and I moved on to other therapies. I am sure > that many of us have adrenal involvement, as evidenced by the > nightsweats, panic attacks, and fatigue, but whether that is from > adrenal exhaustion, or hormonal swings, I don't know. Testing is a > great idea. > > Here is a link that I highly recommend before taking any cortisol > supplements. > > http://www.3sistersapothecary.com/html/resources/library/cortisol.cfm > > Patty > > >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> There must be some autoimmune link with the >>>>>>> bladder/kidneys. I >>>>>>> had a >>>>>>>> cluster of autoimmune issues and IC. All of the >>>>>>> other autoimmune >>>>>>> problems >>>>>>>> have been completely gone for several years, the >>>>>>> IC still plagues >>>>>>> me from >>>>>>>> time to time, although not nearly as painfully as >>>>>>> it did before >>>>>>> detoxing. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Kenda >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> So very many of us women have suffered from some >>>>>>> sort of kidney >>>>>>>>> weakness, bladder infection, UTI's or IC, or >>>>>>> cystitis! What's up >>>>>>>>> with that!? >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> I wonder if the silicone somehow damages our >>>>>>> kidneys? Or what >>>>>>> the >>>>>>>>> connection is between autoimmune diseases and >>>>>>> weak kidneys? >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Patty >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place >>>>>>> of advice given by licensed health care >>>>>>> professionals. Consult your physician or licensed >>>>>>> health care professional before commencing any >>>>>>> medical treatment. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the >>>>>>> politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts >>>>>>> are, and make your own decisions about how to live a >>>>>>> happy life and how to work for a better world. " - >>>>>>> Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, >>>>>>> Chemistry; 1963, Peace) >>>>>>> >>>>>>> See our photos website! Enter " implants " for access >>>>>>> at this link: >>>>>>> http://.shutterfly.com/action/ >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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