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Overcoming Floxed Inflammation: A 61-Year-Old's Functional Medicine Journey
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Episode Title: Healing from Fluoroquinolone Damage – A Real-Life Case Study
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Hello, community! This is Doctor Hugh. Today, I have a very special case study to share. One of my clients has given me permission to discuss his lab results. We'll keep him anonymous but give you the information you need to get better.
- Case Overview:
- Client: 61-year-old male
- Issue: Damaged by fluoroquinolones (strong antibiotics)
- Symptoms: Chronic pain, inflamed joints, unable to get out of bed
Here's what happened:
- Timeline:
- Hospitalization: Client was hospitalized for colitis and given levofloxacin (antibiotic).
- Pain and Inflammation: He experienced severe pain and inflammation, making daily activities impossible.
- Functional Medicine Program: He started my functional medicine program about 6-7 weeks ago.
Key Lab Results:
- Initial Labs (April 27, 2024):
- CRP (C-reactive protein): 81.86 (very high, indicates severe inflammation)
- Fibrinogen: 8828 (extremely high, another marker of inflammation)
- Sed Rate: 55 (should be less than 11)
- Total Estrogens: High (excess estrogen in the body)
- Follow-Up Labs (May 25, 2024):
- CRP: Still high
- Fibrinogen: Reduced to 697
- Sed Rate: Reduced to 36
- Total Cholesterol: Dropped from 145 to 125 (dangerously low)
Our Approach:
- Diet Changes:
- Carnivore-ish Diet: Focused on meat and specific fruits
- High Protein Intake: Essential for healing and recovery
- Avoided Gluten: Gluten is highly inflammatory
- Supplements and Therapy:
- Custom Care Plan: Tailored to his specific needs
- Consistent Follow-Ups: Regular check-ins to adjust the plan
Results:
- Recovery:
- Improvement: 95% better, able to cut grass, golf, and return to work
- Inflammation Reduced: Significant reduction in pain and swelling
Conclusion:
- Hope and Healing:
- You Can Heal: With the right plan and support, recovery is possible
- Custom Care: Individualized plans tailored to your needs
Get Help:
- Contact Me: Schedule a Zoom call to start your recovery journey
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