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True but later in the article it says:
The parents rarely consulted conventional doctors and never contacted a skin specialist after a nurse noticed their previously healthy baby had developed severe eczema at age four, the prosecutor said."If you want to be a monk... you gotta cook a lot of rice...”Comment
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That's what I thought...Comment
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Must be a typo where it should say four months
The kid was definitely 9 months old.Comment
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Well that would make it very different. But the story still doesn't add up...
If I, or any other nurse I know saw a baby with severe eczema or severe anything for that matter, I would immediately notify the doctor and if need be, the propor authorities. We have an obligation to do that...
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Well, if malnutrition was in fact the case B12 would be a factor.
And it sounds like the parents need to be examined for B12 definicy also.
My skin acting up in one of the symptoms, that I have not been paying attention to my B12 levels. And the B12 factor was a direct reason for my heart failure....
It's a shame, poor child.
B12 Deficiency Symptoms - B12 Deficiency Research
P.s. Elvis it can be related to malnutrition. Or the B12 factor. And drinking alcohol does deplete B12. And upon review of my charts, most likely my paralysis as a toddler was due to the B12 factor.
PA and other Auto-Immune Conditions
Unfortunately, sufferers of Pernicious Anaemia have a disposition towards other auto-immune conditions.
Doctors still do not know why this is the case which is why there are various research programmes being undertaken to find out why this is so. The Pernicious Anaemia Society is playing an active part in one such study which is looking for a common gene that would explain why patients of Pernicious Anaemia are prone to developing these other autoimmune conditions:
1.Tinnitus.
The patient will experience ‘ringing’ in the one or both ears. The ‘ringing’ takes many forms and includes high pitched howling or whining or whistling that can last a few seconds or hours.
2.Psoriasis.
This is where the skin regenerates itself quicker than it needs to which leads to white scaly patches appearing. Psoriasis can be chronic or occur as a ‘flare up’ especially in the spring. Various treatments are available depending on the severity of the condition and include steroid creams and UV Light therapy. The effectiveness of the various treatment regime varies from patient to patient. Associated with this is the rarer Genital Psoriasis which is fully treatable.
3.Psoriatic Arthritis.
Is associated with Psoriasis and usually develops about ten years after Psoriasis first appears and causes painful joints and sometimes swelling - especially in the fingers and toes. It is a type of inflammatory arthritis and is treated using anti-inflammatory drugs.
4.Vitiligo.
This causes irregular pale patches of skin due to loss of pigment. The exact cause is unknown but it is thought to be a combination of auto-immune and genetic conditions. Vitiligo is a chronic condition. Cosmetic make-up, steroid creams and UV light therapy are all used to treat the condition.
5. Rosacea.
The ‘curse of the Celts’ - it mainly affects people of north European ancestry - manifests itself in redness of the face and neck. Treatment depends on the type of Rosacea encountered but is mainly by antibiotics tablets and antibiotic creams.
6.Autoimmune Thyroiditis.
This is caused by either an over or under-active thyroid gland. This condition shares many of the symptoms of PA including tiredness and lack of concentration. There are different types of Thyroiditis and each type has its own treatment regime.
7. Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Where the body’s auto-immune system attacks the bone joints leading to what can be a severely painful condition that makes moving of certain parts of the body very difficult. There are various treatments used to treat RA including Cortisone therapy.
8.Coeliac Disease.
A reaction to Gluten and is characterised by chronic diarrhoea which can be a symptom of PA. A Gluten free diet is used to treat the condition.
9.Eczema.
A broad umbrella term for a wide variety of skin conditions that range from mild itching to large areas of severe red ‘angry’ skin. Various treatments are available.
PA and other Auto-Immune Conditions - Pernicious Anaemia SocietyLast edited by Blaze; 05-11-2009, 06:35 PM."I have heard there are troubles of more than one kind. - Some come from ahead and some come from behind. - But I've bought a big bat. I'm all ready you see. - Now my troubles are going to have troubles with me!" ~ Dr. SeusssigpicComment
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Vitamin B12 Deficiency causes:-
Hematological
Neuro – Phychiatric
Gastro Intestinal
Genito Urinary Disease
If treatment is delayed – causes irreversible damage or fatality
Cardiac Failure
Exacerbation of Angina
Asthma (exacerbation)
Recurrent Anaemia/ Pancytopaenia
Gastric and other Cancers
Athero Sclerosis / Stroke
Cardio Vascular Disease
Osteoporosis
Post Viral Immune Deficiency Fatigue Syndrome (ME)
Dementia
Alzheimer’s
Optic Atrophy / Blindness
Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
Dysmenorrhoea
Unexplained Diarhoea / Colitis
Recurrent Gastritis
Pseudo Seizures
Blackouts and Faints
Subacute Combined Degeneration
Single Limb Paralysis
Naturopathic Pain
B12 Deficient Mother-Baby born with Neuro Muscular Damage
Migraine Headaches
Depression
Tinnitus
Vitiligo, Myxodema, Diabetes
"I have heard there are troubles of more than one kind. - Some come from ahead and some come from behind. - But I've bought a big bat. I'm all ready you see. - Now my troubles are going to have troubles with me!" ~ Dr. SeusssigpicComment
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What is this - House?
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I have enough Tinnitus from a lifetime of loud motorcycles, music, ect to drown out even the most annoying mother in law....
I've learned to live with it, but it sure can be a pain in the ass sometimes...Chainsaw MuthuafuckaComment
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Keratosis Pilaris is also caused by lack of B12
Huh. I'm kinda interested know if that's the underlining cause for those in me cuz I got slammed by all four within a short period of time.
I don't do antibiotic cream or pills for my rosacea, tho. I take a pill that's a combo of vitamins and minerals that is said to be deficiencies in people with the condition. B12 is in it.Roth Army MilitiaComment
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Ally Cat, you might want to pop over to one of those forums and on the links provided.
I do not know your medical situation, for example are you free spending, on a budget, insured or otherwise concerning medical tests. Ideally, a full blood work up or at the very least the B12 tests for a base line and to add to the data. IF B12 is a solution for you. However, if you are dependent on a medical care that is limited and this is not an option or an option not worth the hassle to acquire... I would pop over there and see what others are saying.
When my Mom called her doctor and he stated and I quote "It will only make you feel better" I was floored. Yet, he will shoot her up with cortisone.
Ouch!
B12 is a very inexpensive solution, that is not explored by for profit drug companies. It always annoys me when I hear the commercials for tingling feet and the "new prescription" drug for it.
My dosage and case is possibly an anomaly, so, its best I am reserved with that information.Last edited by Blaze; 05-12-2009, 09:43 PM."I have heard there are troubles of more than one kind. - Some come from ahead and some come from behind. - But I've bought a big bat. I'm all ready you see. - Now my troubles are going to have troubles with me!" ~ Dr. SeusssigpicComment
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I was diagnosed with eczema as a kid and basically learned to live with until I went to nursing school. After I saw a few doctors and personally thinking I had lupus or psoriasis, it was concluded that my psoriasis suspicions were correct although to this day i'm not sure...
I have learned that the best treatment has been diet. It was at it's worst when I used to drink, whick is commonly documented...
But the treatment for eczema is nearly the same as psoriasis, and in many cases, treatment has little effect. The treatment usually consists of corticosteroids or immunomodulators like tacrolimus which is also a anti-rejection drug used for organ transplant patients. Ultraviolet light is also a treatment. But each of these treatments only lasts for the duration of the treatment and the symptoms can be worse following treatment...
Petrochemicals (such as Tide in my case) can either trigger or cause an outbreak. Plain old soap helps, althouth many people don't know what "soap" is anymore...
Homeopathy is a good way to go and although homeopathy is in the title, it is completely left out of the article...
Eczema seems to be more prevelant across the pond, probably due to high alcohol consumption...:D
But I would like to know what homeopathy methods were employed by the parents...
All I read in that story was: "The two parents were almost totally fixated on their social obligations - visiting people and traveling around - to the exclusion of any concern about...blah blah blah."
But reading that the young girl was 11 pounds and 11 ounces when she died, is cause for alarm and suspicion of neglect or abuse, regardless of a diagnosis of eczema...
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