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Dear List:

In reply to my query about numbness in extremities which began shortly
after major dental work, and therefore possibly related to mercury
toxicity I received several helpful replies.  They were very supportive
in interpreting the results of comprehensive blood work and an
electromilogram (EMG) to test the extent of the numbness - which is
greater than I had originally experienced.

From the replies I learned about chelation therapy.  The whole process
in described in Judy Graham's book on MS, suggested in one of the
replies.

Blood work showed a mercury presence of 7 out of 13.  I am told that is
"normal" and it may be for most people, but I do not accept that it is
for me.  Neither does one neuropathologist who asked "What does that
number mean?"

I would be curious to hear from others whose mercury levels were tested
via blood work.

Replies suggested:  Investigate pinched nerves in neck - could lead to
damaged nerves in the arms. Alignment might be corrected by a
chiropractor.

Investigate vitamin deficiencies, especially B vitamins and niacin
(recommended inositol bound nicacin.

One also had symptoms start after root canal work; thought antibiotic
might be responsible.

One noted increasing partial numbness, especially when tired at the end
of the day.

One has detoxed periodically says it takes 10 years to get rid of
mercury because it bonds to core tissues and does not make itself
available for excretion.  This person suggests that one should not do
detox until all mercury is out of the teeth - this is, BTW, a
controversial matter, I gather.  I have a lengthy description from this
person which I will forward to anyone interested in more detail.

Nancy in nyc