Estrogen Replacement historical posts April 1998

Re: Estrogen replacement

Dear Nadine,

What is in the patch?

I would be interested in hearing the explanation for how premarin could put up the triglycerides since it usually puts them down.

My guess is that something else did it & your triglycerides will go back up even though you keep on the patch.

I would appreciate your sharing with us what happens in the future.

Walt

Testosterone replacement: Male "menopause".

Hello Opa Walt, your website looks wonderful!
Tonight, 20-20 (ABC) had quite a lengthy report on the medical concept of Male Climacteric, Male "Menopause" (I really think this should be called "Womanopause") and the use of testosterone to restore muscle strength, emotional balance, libido (this undoubtedly goes under "emotional balance"), sleep patterns and many other functions.
English doctors now seem to accept that "something" changes rather dramatically between 50 and 70. Dr. Whitaker's clinic was cited as a place men could receive examinations, testosterone and (if indicated) HGH.
My husband is now enthused. He wonders whether you know of such an enlightened endrocrinologist, urologist or other practitioner in the Houston area (or Austin, San Antonio, or anywhere within driving range ) who believes in treating men for hormonal ageing.
It seems that Industrialized American Medicine is quite willing to dose women with estrogens, but very loathe to treat male ageing problems with androgens. "Too dangerous", was one conservative MD's opinion.
I hope you and all in your family are well. Thank you for any help or suggestions. /Oma Gretch

Re: Testosterone replacement: Male "menopause".

In Reply to: Testosterone replacement: Male "menopause". posted by Gretchen S. Ellis on April 22, 1998 at 00:32:19:

Hi, Oma!

Good to hear from you again. Hope you will "lurk" around on the BB again. We could use your input in many cases.

I do not know Texas geography well enough to say if I know anyone within driving distance. However, I DO know John Trowbridge, MD from Humble. If you called him, and told him I suggested you call, I think he would know if there is anyone with an open mind in you area. His number is: (713) 540-2329. Say hello to him for me will you?

The time will come when male climacteric will be treated as aggressively as womanopause.

Namaste` Walt

Re: Testosterone replacement: Male "menopause".

In Reply to: Re: Testosterone replacement: Male "menopause". posted by Walt Stoll on April 24, 1998 at 09:16:40:

Opa, thank you! And I lurrk here a lot lately. I have a new computer with - oh gadfrey - Windows 95 and therefore a good web browser. If I had anything worthwhile to say, you KNOW I would say it. God knows I am not timid.
But as to EB syndrome, I have always entertained a notion that vaccines are involved in the condition, and nutrition involved in ameliorating it.
Due to my feeling about vaccines - foreign proteins can't be good! - I avoid flu shots, etc.
In an interesting corallary found in animal modules, the very fine veterinary school at Cornell University has been publishing quite a lot about the vaccinations and over- vaccinations of companion pets. It seems that they have found a host of ailments involved in the use of vaccines for rabies, FelV, Parvo, and other animal diseases. Among these diseases are thyrotoxicosis, mast cell tumors and cancers, chronic liver diseases and neurological disorders affecting the hind legs.
Since medical science uses animals in tests for a number of human diseases and medications, I wonder what we can think about these discoveries at Cornell Vet? Are humans over-vaccinated, and/or vaccinated inappropriately?
I wish you good health and a sunny moment every day, at least. /Oma

Re: Testosterone replacement: Male "menopause".

In Reply to: Re: Testosterone replacement: Male "menopause". posted by Oma Gretch on April 25, 1998 at 02:13:12:

Dear Oma,

See! Right there, you had something VERY worthwhile to say.

Since the current monopoly has total control of "vaccinations" in this country you can be sure that it will take at least a generation before this information trickles down to the public awareness about these proven risks.

There is a lot of world wide research supporting the fact that homeopathic immunizations are as effective as allopathic ones with NO long term risks like you just mentioned. Why are they not available as a choice in this country? Because their acceptance would put the lie to the AMA's 200 year policy of calling homeopathy quackery AND anyone would be able to provide them.

Thanks, Oma!

Namaste` Walt

Endometriosis

Dear Dr. Stoll,
We communicated, quite extensively, quite a while ago - I can't find my original correspondence on the bulletin board anymore, but you did ask for feedback.
I have spent the last few years with an intermal medicine doctor who did help me with my stomach enough to allow me to absorb the estrogen I need since my hysterectomy. I stopped seeing him a couple of months ago when my treatment with him became classified (either thru him or the insurance billing) as mental health. I never had the nerve to call Bob Anderson as you suggested, but I spent a great deal of time in the last year investigating chemical and food sensitivities, stress and relaxation and some new medications. I finally found Dr. Eric Luria and his wonderful wife Kathy, and I passed on your letter to me, and it wasn't rejected as "anecedotal". She is researching some of my problems and is using our communication in the process! I tested positive at my GYN visit for a yeast infection in my digestive system (stool sample)! Kathy has recommended a physical therapist who treats the whole body through connectivity and movement and I've met with her and together we mapped out a treatment plan. I see a rheumatologist next week and Kathy again in a few weeks. We are slowly playing with some of my meds, to find a happier medium. She is wonderful - into whole body treatment. Traditional mixed with alternative medicine. I surely hope this works for me and I will write again soon. Thanks for your help to date. DEB :-)

Doctors preparing for prescription blitz

At a metagenics meeting last Friday, the gentleman representing Metagenics and talking about menopause and
post menopausal women gave information that the doctors will begin a horrifying blitz to get all women patients on both a
prescription calciun carbonate (tums?)fortified with Vitamin
D along with Premerin (the estrogen pill made from pregnant
mare's urine) to combat osteoarthritis. Information was also given that this form of calcium also creates calcium deposits throughout the body which would in turn create
another "reason to be treated by a M.D." The other scarey
part is that with UPPING premerin usage the posSibilities of creating BREAST CANCER is phenomenal. Another situation to
make money off from??? I would love to hear if other's have heard of this blitz happening and also perhaps some alternatives that women can depend on if having troubles
or complications with menopause and osteoarthritis?

Re: Doctors preparing for prescription blitz

In Reply to: Doctors preparing for prescription blitz posted by Patricia on April 16, 1998 at 01:22:56:

Microcrystaline Hydroxyapatite(MCHC) which is a compilation of calcium, along with the other nutrients shown to be necessary for bone repair, has been shown to not only stop but reverse osteoporosis in a study that was done in comparison to just calcium and placebo. The calcium group did slow their decline but it was the MCHC group that showed an increase of 6.7% in bone density.

MCHC is in "Cal-apatite". A product made by Metagenics. A much better alternative than estrogen therapy.

Re: Endometriosis

In Reply to: Endometriosis posted by Debra Wolfley on April 15, 1998 at 15:39:00:

Dear Deb,
You might want to read "The Yeast Connection" by Dr. Wm. Crook.
You might also want to try the diet he recommends. Estrogen can be
a contributer to yeast problems and you might want to look
into taking natural estrogen replacements. I take Wild Yam and
Dong Qui (SP). Women need at least 1500mg of calcium also.
Good Health,
Geri

Re: Endometriosis

In Reply to: Endometriosis posted by Debra Wolfley on April 15, 1998 at 15:39:00:

Deb,
Have you already seen a rheumatologist? If not, based on personal experience, be cautious! They seem to want to find lupus an awful lot. Personal experience (when seeking help for my wife) also revealed that they don't have much to offer outside of drugs that supress your immune system.

My wife read the letter from the rheumatologist to her GP. Long story that I'm happy to share but can't right now, but the joint pain that she initially had is very secondary right now, so she didn't want to take Plaquinel. For very sound reasons it seems to me - don't take a drug if you don't have the symptoms. Anyway, the letter stated "patient refused Plaquinel".

Best of luck - sounds like you're on the right track.

Peter

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Re: Endometriosis

In Reply to: Endometriosis posted by Debra Wolfley on April 15, 1998 at 15:39:00:

Dear Debra,

Why am I not surprised with your positive candida diagnosis? I have said many times, right here on this BB: I have yet to see a case of endometriosis that did not have candida (once I knew enough to look for it) OR one whose endometriosis symptoms did not go away once the candida was dealt with.

Having said that, I don't think you can go wrong with professionals like Eric & Kathy. I met them years ago at an AHMA meeting--they probably don't even remember. If as you go along with them, any of you have any questions I might be able to help with, please do not hesitate to ask.

I appreciate your sharing your journey with us here on the BB. I hope you wil continue to do so.

Walt

Re: Endometriosis

In Reply to: Re: Endometriosis posted by Walt Stoll on April 17, 1998 at 11:20:52:

As a matter of fact... when I mentioned you, she said she had met you at a convention, and that she knew Dr. Anderson, too. I shall pass on your kind offer at our next visit.

This is so cool. My GYN deals with Kathy and Eric, Kathy recommended my PT, who knows my yoga teacher, and Kathy has met you! I feel like maybe I'm on to the right group of people for the first time in years - no, make that my life! Dare I be optimistic? Thanks for writing - Deb :-)

Re: Endometriosis

In Reply to: Re: Endometriosis posted by Peter Wray on April 17, 1998 at 09:57:00:

Peter - My appointment is Monday - thanks for the advice. Right now my goal is to Decrease My Meds if possible, or make some changes - definitely not to Add Meds, unless they replace something else that is not working or that has damaging side effects. We are going slowly so that we can evaluate each addition and subtraction.

As for the doctor's note about refusing medication - Could I Tell You Some Stories, Too! Everything from refusal notes, to get a hobby, to you need sympathy and attention (from a woman doc no less). You sound like a very supportive husband - mine is too, not to this extent, but he seems to take everything in stride and I try not to hold him back to my level of ability. Hopefully one day we'll be doing some of those things together!. Thanks for writing - Deb :-)

Re: Endometriosis

In Reply to: Re: Endometriosis posted by Geri on April 17, 1998 at 09:10:59:

Thanks for writing Geri.

I have had to up my estrogen slightly, due to the yeast infection. It (and just about anything else wrong with my digestion) interfers with my ability to absorb estrogen and my blood levels drop, and I start going symptomatic again. We try to keep my blood levels at 250-295 because that's where I feel good, altho 100 is therapeutic (Estrodial blood test) for bones, etc. I can achieve that with .625 daily, but am taking 1.25 for now, until the yeasties go away. I am blessed with a Wonderful GYN, Dr. Joseph Robinette at the GYFT clinic in Tacoma, WA. Never gives up, never says live with it. He's been a lifeline and hope giver.

I will look into the contraindications of estrogen and yeast infections, and ask about the supplements you have suggested. I'll try to find the book at the library - what is the copyright date on it, do you know? Things are moving so swiftly in this field, I want to get the most up to date information possible, altho that's what this BB is all about!

I appreciate you taking the time to write. Deb :-)

Re: Endometriosis

In Reply to: Re: Endometriosis posted by Deb Wolfley on April 17, 1998 at 21:42:31:

Please let us know how things go on Monday.

Linda and I are also off Monday to see an Environmental Specialist here in Ottawa. We're looking for someone to help provide us with some "close-to-home" support in following through on the things that Walt recommends in his book and on this BB.

Hope my comments didn't seem too negative.

All The Best!

Peter

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Re: Doctors preparing for prescription blitz

In Reply to: Re: Doctors preparing for prescription blitz posted by David Ferguson, D.C. on April 16, 1998 at 13:14:38:

Thanks, Doc Dave.

That has been my experience as well.

IF they are going to promote calcium carbonate as a calcium source, it will be just one more example of MONEY directing policy rather than what is good for patients.

TUMS should be stopped from the promotion of their product as a calcium source. ANY freshman medical student knows that antiacids prevent absorbtion of metals and calcium is a metal. I wonder why the FDA has not done something about this flagrantly false advertisement?

If one took any antiacid WITH the hydroxyapatite, that person would not be able to efficiently absorb it either.

Walt

Re: Endometriosis

In Reply to: Re: Endometriosis posted by Peter Wray on April 18, 1998 at 07:29:48:

Peter -
You don't sound negative - I've listened to myself and worried about the same thing when talking to others, and yes, sometimes they are tired of hearing it, but the ones who love me always say that they don't mind listening, I'm the one who has to live it. Good luck to you and Linda on the doctor search. I finally found my group, and we have yet to see the actual results!, by talking to friends, calling naturopaths, chiropractors, and other alternative medicine practitioners and asking which doctors in the area they work closely with, and then weeding them out. Some have taken me 1 visit to know, some years, but I usually get something out of them. Either a faster understanding in the future of key phrases or methods that don't work, or some actual medical help.

Let me know how you and Linda do - happy trails! Deb :-)

Re: Endometriosis

In Reply to: Re: Endometriosis posted by Deb Wolfley on April 17, 1998 at 21:32:12:

Dear Deb,

Thanks for sharing this stuff. It DOES sound like you have taken a giant step in the right direction.

Walt

Uterine infection?

Hi, I want to start out saying I haven't seen many posts here about this sort of thing so here goes! I had a baby two years ago, and I had a 103 post partum fever, and bad pelvic pain, my doctor put me on antibiotics twice and it improved some , but not totally. I still have irregular periods, and a bloody mucas like dishcharge, that is not normal for me. My doctor was not as concerned as me, so I went to a different one, and he performed a laparoscopy, and said everything on the outside was OK, but he can't tell whats happening on the inside. He said I might have (abdnmiosis) I know somthing is going on , is there some way of knowing whats going on inside? I was in perfect condition before I had him, and had no problems with periods. They are never on time now, and very clotty, and don't tapper off,it goes from heavy to stopping, then coming back in a few days. Do you think somthing went wrong when I had the baby, and what do you think it is?
P.S. I also get rashes that come & go
Tired of hurting, SH

Re: Uterine infection?

In Reply to: Uterine infection? posted by SH on April 03, 1998 at 15:23:22:

Dear S.H.,

It seems to me that you have a typical case of adenomyosis. This is not an unusual complication of pregnancy & delivery. This is a situation in which some of the lining (endometrium) of the uterus gets trapped inside the muscular walls of the uterus. THEN, whenever the hormonal balance is ripe for borderline support of the lining, it bleeds & causes the symptoms you describe. This is a pretty easy diagnosis to make. All that is necessary is a deep biopsy of the inside of the uterus. This is commonly done under a local anesthesia although some surgeons recommend a general or spinal.

This is a form of endometriosis although is sometimes has trauma (delivery) as a major contributing cause whereas endometriosis is at least always complicated by candida. I would not rule out candida contributing to YOUR problem too. I would first see someone knowledgable about candida-related symdrome and deal with that. If that does not resolve it, you may need a hysterectomy to resolve this. It MIGHT be worth doing a very deep scraping of the uterine lining. If the nests of endometrial tissue are not buried too deep, they may be removable without your having to lose the uterus.

I am really surprised that your docs have not gone to the bother of making this diagnosis. It seems that they have not taken your complaints seriously. Remember, I am telling you what I think without examining you. I am just taking what you have said and extrapolating from that.

Let us know what happens.

Walt