Guest guest Posted August 4, 2008 Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 Hi, I have requested an analysis of my hair test from last January but have a question about this. I appear to have poor mineral absorption despite supplementation and this is said to be a good indicator of mercury poisoning. However, I also have read that poor mineral absorption can have other causes, such as reduced hydrochloric acid in the stomach, and this is a common hypothyroid symptom. Hypothyroidism can be, but isn't necessarily, caused by mercury poisoning. It's just that I'm trying to heal my adrenals (I am taking a steroid to support them) and chelation is hard on them, yet I am feeling poorly enough to be open to all options, even if it means chelating now. (The advice I've had was to heal my adrenals first but I can't carry on in the semi-functioning state I've been in either.) I will do a few rounds with DMSA and see how I feel but I wish I could know more certainly what the root of the problem is. I'd love to have a doctor willing to give me all the tests in AI. I'm on my own with this completely. I felt better from my first two DMSA doses today (12.5mg), then started feeling a little rough. I'd forgotten what chelation is like. I can't identify whether it's simply strained adrenals, or mercury being pulled out. I can maybe have a better guess if I give it time. I'm really glad this kind of support list is here, and I'm grateful for the help I've received . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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