>Hi All, >I am feeling nervous after reading the letter from Dr. Klapper about >Zephyr's illness and I hope it's a bit of hypochondria on my part, but >I'd be grateful for support and feedback. I've been eating RAF since Jan >96 mostly chicken and eggs. Since Jan 97 I've added fish and meat, also >started cassia this year. Last week I noticed a slight woozy feeling in >my head and an increase in the number of bowel movements which are loose. >About 10 years ago, when I returned from China I had these symptoms, much >more severe however, and I did have a parasite, lasted about a year and I >eventually took lots of anitbiotics to get rid of it. Last week when I >noticed these symptoms I thought it was a good sign that I was detoxing >old stuff. Now after thinking about Dr. K's letter, I'm a bit scared that >I might have another parasite. I even thought of cooking up some herbs >from Chinatown, but I got rid of my stove last year. I hope I am reacting >hysterically and will calm down. But I would appreciate any feedback. > >My best, Ellie > Dear Ellie, You might have some blood testing done and see if your immune system is challenged, and do a stool sample test to see what they find, if anything. After watching Zephyr nearly die, I consider your reaction intelligent rather than hypochondriacal. Good luck, and let me know if I can be of help, Deborah