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Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS): The Afflicted
EXCERPT Those most likely to be associated with MCS are industrial workers, "sick building"
occupants, those living in chemically contaminated communities, Gulf War veterans, and women with
silicone breast implants.
NOTE FROM Ilena ... For years, the Quack / Junk Science Shills have been lying for their funders,
the Chemical Cartel ... even going to the depths of demanding that those find doctors and scientists
trying to find the causes-cures have their licenses removed.
Head Quack Stephen Barrett has been paid by write about this and spread this disinformation. More on
this later in this thread.
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People With Allergies Are More Susceptible to Chemicals Those who are afflicted with Multiple
Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) suffer from a multitude of ailments, that have very real consequences.
MCS is a worldwide illness that can affect anyone, and most who suffer from this disorder were
healthy before becoming ill. Some believe that children, the elderly, and people with allergic
illnesses seem to be more susceptible to chemicals than the average person. Some people can be
genetically susceptible also.
More women than men are affected by this illness. It is believed that since men produce
Testosterone, it often covers up the symptoms and warning signs until it is too late. Women produce
Estrogen which does not cover up the symptoms.
There is also the theory that because women use more toxic products from cosmetics to household
cleaners than men, they are more susceptible.
Those most likely to be associated with MCS are industrial workers, "sick building" occupants,
those living in chemically contaminated communities, Gulf War veterans, and women with silicone
breast implants.
Half of those with MCS also suffer with traditional (IgE) allergies, in other words, they can also
be susceptible to food, mold, or dust allergies.
Causes & Triggers Clinical Ecologists believe that repeated small exposures or one large high
exposure to chemical agents over time can lead to the body losing its ability to detox. This can
sensitize people and cause their immune systems to malfunction. Once the body's ability to
process toxins is damaged, the person may be more susceptible to chemicals that never caused a
problem before.
The body's detox processes can be impaired by other means besides chemical agents. Some other causes
of MCS include viruses, severe emotional or physical trauma (especially in childhood), liver damage,
or metabolism disorders. Some people with MCS may have a genetic disorder of the enzyme pathways
(porphyria), which may not manifest until triggered by a chemical exposure.
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity can be triggered by a multitude of chemicals. Mostly petrochemicals,
they can be found in pesticides, herbicides, perfumes, fragrances, paints, wood treatments, glues,
carpets, furniture, shampoo, soap, detergents, cleaners, plastics, solvents, markers, raw fuels,
engine exhaust, alcohol, medications, caffeine and food additives to name a few. Pollution can also
play a part in this disorder.
Symptoms The symptoms of MCS can be similar to those of traditional allergies, such as headaches,
migraines, dizziness, nausea, anaphylactic shock, breathing difficulty, rashes and other skin
eruptions. Of course, there can be other symptoms such as acute abdominal pain, prolonged fatigue,
insomnia, neurological signs, loss of concentration, memory loss, body aches and pains, and even
progressive coordination impairment. Keep in mind this is not an all inclusive list.
Treatment Multiple Chemical Sensitivity is difficult for physicians to diagnose because there is no
single set of symptoms which fit together as a syndrome. There is also not one diagnostic test that
will detect every manifestation of the disorder.
Physicians must become detectives to sort out a patient's medical history and pay attention to the
patient's environmental or occupational exposures in order to correctly diagnose MCS.
As with allergies, avoidance is the key in treating MCS. As with its symptoms, treatment varies with
the individual afflicted.
It may be helpful to use an air purifying system. The American Environmental Health Foundation
suggests the food you eat, and the personal care products you use may contain offensive chemicals.
Be careful what you purchase and read the labels.
For additional information on Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, please refer to the collected
Internet links.
~ Judy Tidwell
ªªªªªªªªªªªªªª
www.BreastImplantAwareness.org
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS): The Afflicted
EXCERPT Those most likely to be associated with MCS are industrial workers, "sick building"
occupants, those living in chemically contaminated communities, Gulf War veterans, and women with
silicone breast implants.
NOTE FROM Ilena ... For years, the Quack / Junk Science Shills have been lying for their funders,
the Chemical Cartel ... even going to the depths of demanding that those find doctors and scientists
trying to find the causes-cures have their licenses removed.
Head Quack Stephen Barrett has been paid by write about this and spread this disinformation. More on
this later in this thread.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
People With Allergies Are More Susceptible to Chemicals Those who are afflicted with Multiple
Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) suffer from a multitude of ailments, that have very real consequences.
MCS is a worldwide illness that can affect anyone, and most who suffer from this disorder were
healthy before becoming ill. Some believe that children, the elderly, and people with allergic
illnesses seem to be more susceptible to chemicals than the average person. Some people can be
genetically susceptible also.
More women than men are affected by this illness. It is believed that since men produce
Testosterone, it often covers up the symptoms and warning signs until it is too late. Women produce
Estrogen which does not cover up the symptoms.
There is also the theory that because women use more toxic products from cosmetics to household
cleaners than men, they are more susceptible.
Those most likely to be associated with MCS are industrial workers, "sick building" occupants,
those living in chemically contaminated communities, Gulf War veterans, and women with silicone
breast implants.
Half of those with MCS also suffer with traditional (IgE) allergies, in other words, they can also
be susceptible to food, mold, or dust allergies.
Causes & Triggers Clinical Ecologists believe that repeated small exposures or one large high
exposure to chemical agents over time can lead to the body losing its ability to detox. This can
sensitize people and cause their immune systems to malfunction. Once the body's ability to
process toxins is damaged, the person may be more susceptible to chemicals that never caused a
problem before.
The body's detox processes can be impaired by other means besides chemical agents. Some other causes
of MCS include viruses, severe emotional or physical trauma (especially in childhood), liver damage,
or metabolism disorders. Some people with MCS may have a genetic disorder of the enzyme pathways
(porphyria), which may not manifest until triggered by a chemical exposure.
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity can be triggered by a multitude of chemicals. Mostly petrochemicals,
they can be found in pesticides, herbicides, perfumes, fragrances, paints, wood treatments, glues,
carpets, furniture, shampoo, soap, detergents, cleaners, plastics, solvents, markers, raw fuels,
engine exhaust, alcohol, medications, caffeine and food additives to name a few. Pollution can also
play a part in this disorder.
Symptoms The symptoms of MCS can be similar to those of traditional allergies, such as headaches,
migraines, dizziness, nausea, anaphylactic shock, breathing difficulty, rashes and other skin
eruptions. Of course, there can be other symptoms such as acute abdominal pain, prolonged fatigue,
insomnia, neurological signs, loss of concentration, memory loss, body aches and pains, and even
progressive coordination impairment. Keep in mind this is not an all inclusive list.
Treatment Multiple Chemical Sensitivity is difficult for physicians to diagnose because there is no
single set of symptoms which fit together as a syndrome. There is also not one diagnostic test that
will detect every manifestation of the disorder.
Physicians must become detectives to sort out a patient's medical history and pay attention to the
patient's environmental or occupational exposures in order to correctly diagnose MCS.
As with allergies, avoidance is the key in treating MCS. As with its symptoms, treatment varies with
the individual afflicted.
It may be helpful to use an air purifying system. The American Environmental Health Foundation
suggests the food you eat, and the personal care products you use may contain offensive chemicals.
Be careful what you purchase and read the labels.
For additional information on Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, please refer to the collected
Internet links.
~ Judy Tidwell
ªªªªªªªªªªªªªª
www.BreastImplantAwareness.org