Genetic explanations for neuro-immune issues

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Hi Everyone,

As I've been researching the issues shown in my son's Nutrigenomic Test

results (the genetic test that explores the mutations Dr. Amy Yasko is

researching), I've been intrigued that many of these could start to explain the

problems

that are seen in patients with and neuroimmune problems. I am also

intrigued by how these explanations fit so well into what we have found through

trial and error through the years. One in particular, is that my son's testing

showed positive for the mutation in both COMT gene areas which affects the

enzyme that breaks down dopamine in the body. According to the explaination

detailed in a book and DVD of a Yasko lecture, this issue can lead to too much

dopamine in the body and a greater need for seratonin, as well as problems when

alot of supplements are used.

Other mutations that he tested positive for could explain some of the strange

results we've seen through the years on lab tests (ie: low CO2, elevated EOS

no matter what we do, low creatinine/high BUN, etc.) I'm hoping that as I

delve further, we may also find an answer to his extremely low natural killer

cells.

This research is very new and constantly evolving so I don't think it gives

us a clear picture of what's going on yet but I think it could be helpful as we

try to figure out how to help our kids. I'd be very interested to hear some

thoughts on how some of these findings would or wouldn't apply to an overall

or neuroimmune protocol. Any thoughts?

Gaylen

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