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Awww, it's ok! Hang in there, Ruchie!! I hate being sick too, because then I realize how much I take feeling normal for granted! If this keeps up for much longer, maybe you should either switch doctors or go to the hospital for osme tests. Five problems in 3 months doesn't sound very normal to me! I'll be praying for you, and I hope you get to feeling better soon! 
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Peaches,
Thanks! It means a lot to me that you responded. I plan to get as many tests as I can done...I don't think it's very normal either!
I'll def. keep you posted on how things turn out.
Thanks again for caring!
*big hugs*
Ruchie
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Ruchie - this may sound crazy, but I figured I'd throw it out here. But, since you keep getting sick and can't figure out why, have you ever considered it could be from mold? Especially since I know you just moved a few months ago. I've never known anyone this has happened to, but I read about this happening all the time. And they always have people that are gettng sick and can't figure out why. Here's some info I found real quick on it: http://www.toxic-mold-news.com/toxic_mold/info.html. This page also includes this:
Health Effects of Toxic Molds
Although mold affects individuals differently and to different degrees, the following are some of the most common adverse health effects.
Respiratory problems---wheezing, difficulty in breathing
Nasal and sinus congestion
Eyes-burning, watery, reddened, blurry vision, light sensitivity
Dry, hacking cough
Sore throat
Nose and throat irritation
Shortness of breath and lung disease
Chronic fatigue
Skin irritation
Central nervous system problems (constant headaches, loss of memory, and mood changes)
Aches and pains
Fever
Headaches
Diarrhea
Immune suppression
I'm sure it probably isn't this, but just wanted you to be aware of it just in case.
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Thank you so much Mags!!!!!!! I just read about mold in First magazine...and it didn't sound enough like me. I'm just so greatful that you responded...I feel a lot less alone when I know others are rooting for me! Thank you so much for thinking of me--and if you come up with anything else, Please le me know!
Love,
Ruchie
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Ha! I just read it in First also! But, I've read it/seen it other places too. Guess it was just fresh in my mind from the First though! 
The only other thing I can think of is that you're sick with the same thing, and it's never leaving your system and it keeps 'coming back'. That happened to me once. I was sick EVERY month from August thru December. It was horrible! 
Hope you find some answers soon, and if I think of anything else, I'll let you know.
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Ruchie,
If you have completely exhausted your medical resources, and a lot of REALLY GOOD doctors say there is nothing wrong with you, then there isn't a lot you can do.
If you have reason believe that you have a medical condition, write to a really good internal medicine specialist... try looking one up at www.yale.edu .
If you start to feel better -- great! I recommend lots of sleep, good nutrition (including enough iron), and (of course) reducing stress in your life. Stress is the number one cause of illness and disease! Yikes!
As always, I'll be rooting for you! Keep sippin' the soup, and keep us informed on your progress!
Love,
Shanna
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Ruchie,
You work with kids, right? Of course you're sick! I've had three sinus infections, one ear infection, one stomach bug, plus "acid-related" probelms--all since July 25th.
This morning I called in sick--I'm going back to my nurse-practitioner this afternoon, b/c I'm on antibiotics (I know, I don't like them either), but I'm not getting any better.
When I called my supervisor this morning, she chewed me out. Finally I said I'd just come in after all, and she said I couldn't and hung up!
So if it makes you feel any better, I think we're in the same boat....
Amelia
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Amelia,
It's great to hear from you!
The first year working with kids is the worst because your immune system isn't used to it yet. This is my 2nd year already and it's worse than last year! If being around kids is the prob....I fear what it will be lik to be a mom.
I believe a person being sick so often isn't "normal". It means the immune system is down. I'm trying to boost my immune system with herbs, vitamins, minerals, and a no-sugar/low yeast and wheat diet. I'm also going to a chiropracter. I'll let you know how I make out.
I've bee sick with upper respiratory probs. all my life...and I refuse to just take it stting down. I drink heaps of water, home-made chicken soup, use steam as often as possible, a humidifier, I wash my hands with soap like crazy, and get as much sleep as I can...even naps are great! I have given up antibiotics...and I've never felt better! I feel like I'm listening to my body for the first time in my life instead of just covering up the symptoms. I don't know if this is for everyone...but it's working for me right now.
I hope you feel better soon!
Love,
Ruchie
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My goodness no! You should be proud of yourself for finding alternative routes to the regular, "Let's just write a prescription" route! I am excited that you are seeing a chiropractor. My mom works for one and my family has been going for years. They are a very good source of knowledge on complementary medicine. I am sure that after you get some of the good stuff in you, you will wonder why you used to pop all the pills. Way to go!!!!!!!!!
Christianne
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Christianne,
I feel that way already! I hope, G-d willing, to never pop a pill again...just vitamins!  I am thrilled with my chiropracter an with alternative medicine. It's funny that it's called alternative medicine...it's the most natural and basic way to go around! 
How are things with you lately? Are you still going to a naturopath? What is the diff between a naturopath and a homeopath? I'm really getting into this 
Btw, thanks for the article on probiotics! I'm off to work in a few...but I noticed it and I'm looking forward to reading it soon!
Love,
Ruchie
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