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Hope is the thing with feathers
That perches in the soul.
And sings the tune
Without the words,
and never stops at all.

- Emily Dickinson

Monday, August 24, 2009

H2S TEST

I ordered the H2S TEST

I just ordered a home H2S test. One researcher (Dr. Kenny DeMeirleir) recently came out with the test. It's not a diagnostic test yet....at this point it's meant for research purposes. It shows the level of hydrogen sulfide in the urine. Supposedly, 80 - 90% of those with CFS/ME come out positive for increased levels. Dr. Meirleir believes it's due to increased levels of bacteria in the intestines. This causes the food in the gut to ferment, creating the high levels of hydrogen sulfide. I hope its not just someone hoping to make money off us sickies. Still, I ordered it on a whim because it would be nice to see whether I come out positive. While I highly doubt that hydrogen sulfide is the cause of my illness, maybe it is a side effect that can be measured....I'll let you know.
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4 comments:

  1. TreyaAugust 25, 2009 at 5:36 AM

    I've heard a lot about this. Please make sure you DO keep us posted on this one...

    : )

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  2. AnonymousAugust 26, 2009 at 5:41 AM

    hi, i did the test - see my blog post about it here: http://ashy00.wordpress.com/2009/06/30/urine-test-the-neurotoxic-metabolite-test/

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  3. alysonAugust 27, 2009 at 5:39 PM

    I agree with Treya. Definitely keep us updated.

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  4. upnorthAugust 28, 2009 at 5:57 AM

    I got a message it was on back-order....I'll let you know more about it (and the results) once I get it.

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