Wow, LG and CJ I hadn't heard of a link-
LG "ps I have also suffered multi-miscarriage in the past & baby born early. Have also read the virus can cause this."
CJ "Wow LG, exactly what I wondered when I had many miscarriages & had J early."
I too suffered multi-miscarriages and my 'miracle boy' born 13 weeks premature.
Previously suffered horrendous endometriosis, had multiple surgeries which has left my abdominal cavity filled with scar tissue - adhesions. Had to have complete hysterectomy about 31/2 yrs ago and surgeon told me after that my descending colon was 'glued' to my abdominal wall from adhesions.
So, Tina, no menstrual cycle here either BUT have definitely been having severe sweats/ hot flushes while on Tx.
As for the hair problem - me too! Once thick, lustrous hair is now thinning and have actually been losing chunks since starting Tx!
But, the scalp psoriasis I've had forever, has gone!
I do use oils - coconut, sweet almond, jojoba - whatever is available, make a blend and mix essential oils, like FFox discusses, to massage into the scalp. Boost Vitamin B - necessary for healthy skin and hair. I also have a hair tonic with Vitamin B and Magnesium to be sprayed on the scalp and absorbed, seems to be helping to improve condition. Still freaked about hair loss though.
Bleeding, swollen gums - usually means vitamin C deficiency.
Hello, Sonix lurking in on Ladies chat
You mention this product you use-
"Ingredients: Wintergreen 40%, Menthol 15% and Camphor 6%. Inactive ingredients: Eucalyptus 18%, Peppermint 15% and Lavender 6%. Because of methyl salicylate's toxicity I use it sparingly and very occasionally."
My query is how is it possible that the Eucalyptus, Peppermint and Lavender oils can be "inactive"? Did you read that right?
There is very good reason that whole blend is combined that way. It looks very similar to good old 'Tiger Balm' - but that uses petrochemical and mineral oil base.
Such a blend is meant to be used sparingly and on tiny patches of skin, always avoiding eyes - not liberally applied to large areas - so you're only absorbing 'therapeutic doses." Very effective combo, especially for lurking migraines.
Great section Ladies and lurking Gents (just kidding with you Sonix)