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The diagnosis and treatment of patients with electromagnetic hypersensitivity, known as EHS
by Dr. David Dowson (UK)
The diseases caused by exposure to radiation of electromagnetic waves have been widely studied in recent decades. Already observed previously, mainly by exposure in certain industries, military radar facility and the workers performing electrical installations. Is increasingly widespread use of new electrical devices and technologies based on the use of microwaves in homes and workplaces This has radically change our everyday environment. Now, we have discovered that a number of people who have much more sensitive symptoms identical to those normally observed in a minority in certain circumstances. From 1 to 3% of the population is affected by these symptoms, as already said Mr William Stewart, director of the British Health Protection Agency and National Radiological Protection Agency of the United Kingdom:
" It is already impossible to say that there are no potential health effects of human population. Hard to tell people, because people change. Antibiotics are doing a great job for the general population, but there is a subgroup of this population who are allergic to antibiotics and can not therefore be treated with them. There is also a subgroup of the general population who can not eat nuts because they have allergies to them. Therefore, we refer to the general population. "
The work of Sir William Stewart has identified a subpopulation of "extra-sensitive", a highly vulnerable minority who need help and support in recognition of their electrosensitivity (EHS). His work was the end of January 2005.
read in the report of William Stewart
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is impossible to state categorically that there are some health effects and that the industry says cell phones are safe and harmless ... They are very evasive when told of these reports. " The electrosensitivity known case is that of Madame Gro Harlem Brundtland, former Secretary General of the World Health Organization (WHO). He is a doctor and former Prime Minister of Norway. How is affected by this sensitivity explains in his own words (Click here to view the interview with Dr. Gro Harlen Brundtland).
In the UK, the NRPB has reviewed some of the effects of microwaves in its research program on mobile communications and health, MTHR (Dalud Research program in Mobile Telephony). As a physician, I have studied for 20 years, idiopathic conditions to diagnose and treat this disease associated with the development of modern technologies.
For an excellent introduction to the subject, read books in English:
- 'Electrical Hypersensitivity, A Modern Illness' by Alasdair & Jean Philips www.powerwatch.org.uk ,
- USA, Lucinda Grant's 'The Electrical Hypersensitivity Handbook - How Electromagnetic Fields Are Making People Sick', publishing Weldon ISBN: 0-9635407-2-6. And closer to us, the books in French:
- "Pollutions ELECTROMAGNETIC "Benoît Louppe ISBN :2-930386-07-X ou l'Habitat Sain JM Danze, P. Le Ruz, M. Bousquet et B. aux éditions Louppe
Setting Pietteur ISBN :2-87211-068-2.
can find information on these books:
http://www.etudesetvie.be.
Presentation of patients
The effects of microwave pulses in health, such as those found in the vicinity of mobile phone base stations are: sleep disorders, nosebleeds, headaches, migraines, lethargy, increased blood pressure, skin problems, epileptic seizures and electrical hypersensitivity. For commercial reasons, companies deny these effects and the long-term carcinogenic potential, but in this case we will not discuss in this paper. Unfortunately there is as yet easily identifiable symptoms for the identification of patients with electrosensitivity. In general, patients have a number of nonspecific symptoms that can be attributed to a number of causes. Often a history of other sensitivities related to other environmental stimuli such as hay fever, multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) and general difficulties related to daily stress. Surprisingly, there are a number of attempts by different means of evaluating the symptoms and make a diagnosis by a number of different professionals. This is nothing neurotic or hypochondriac, but as victims of electrosensitivity are not recognized, there is suffering for having sought the cause for months or years, or treatments that have been able to help. Moreover, victims of electrosensitivity have very specific characteristics: they have electromagnetic fields but feel nothing once the exposure ceases. This is disconcerting when the patient first puts it:
The computer is making me sick or fluorescent bulbs, or mobile phone."
To them this is an evidence constant.
From the neurological point of view, there were similarities with the syndrome of chronic fatigue, multiple chemical sensitivity syndrome (MCS) and electrosensiblidad.
Research suggests that electromagnetic fields (EMF) can affect biological functions through its interference in the production of neurohormones, acting as a biological stressor. British biophysicist Peter Alexander said: "
Once the person is sensitized to an agent, the initial aggressor does not matter. The biological response will be identical for all agents. electrosensitivity Many patients also have multiple chemical sensitivity. Have sensitivity to a variety of "triggers" that includes, among others, magnetic fields.
In practice, people exposed to computer screens can show the following characteristic signs:
artificial heat or burning characteristics
- dry on top by irritation of the windpipe or eyes
- Problems concentration, dizziness and memory loss
- swelling. Flu and headache
- muscle aches.
- Headaches
- feeling fluimminent, that is never revealed.
- Nausea
- Joint pain
- Palpitations
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- Common symptoms of electrosensitivity
In general, environmental illness can produce any symptom, depending on the type of exposure and sensitivity of the exposed person. At the same exposure, chemical or electrical components produce symptoms of fatigue in a person and hyperactivity in another. However, symptoms appear mainly electrosensitivity skin problems or neurological problems. Some people are directly affected by sources of electromagnetic radiation. This means you will be more aware of the phones that may be at his side ( see the testimony of Mrs. Gro Harlem)
Others believe that the most common symptom is the presence of tinnitus. Not permanently present in their ears, but have the feeling of snoring. Higher levels of radiation are more pronounced tinnitus.
Reactions can cause irritation of the eyes in the form of impurities in the eyes and sensitivity to fluorescent lights, a computer screen or even alone. Some patients are forced to stay in indoor environments.
skin problems are common symptoms of hypersensitivity and have been confirmed by research conducted by scientists from Sweden (Prof. Olle Johansson of the Karolinska Institute). The number of mast cells in the skin of people is increased by exposure to computer screens. The skin is dry, prone to redness and rashes, may appear tingling in the face and other body parts. Other symptoms that have appeared affect the eye or head, including swelling and blistering, even a strong feeling hot as the sun burns, itching and pain in the nose, teeth and jaws. Mucous membranes dry out, giving a metallic feel in the mouth (due to the presence of mercury amalgam fillings and other metals), headache accompanied by ringing in the ears. The moderately nosebleeds from time to time.
in the joints and muscles, which support EHS patients are worse pain and numbness, weakness or tingling sensations in the joints, bones and shoulder muscles, arms and legs, feet, wrists, ankles, elbows and pelvis and cramping in the arms and legs.
Many have the feeling of an abnormal fatigue, accompanied by weakness, tremors and dizziness. There is also discomfort during ingestion and digestion of food, dry mouth, loss of appetite, thirst, nausea, loss of taste, bloating, stomach problems, reflux and disorders of intestinal peristalsis. Breathing can also become a problem, such as shallow breathing, shortness of breath or feeling tightness in the chest. Palpitations heart can also be felt.
Cognitive problems can not be easily identified, people have difficulty with concentration and memory disorders suffer in the short term. These symptoms are seen especially with the use of mobile phones. The sensation of headache is mentioned from time to time.
psychological symptoms are present in a bad mood and irritability.
addition, depression, isolation, anxiety, hysteria and feel of confusion in the mind interfering. Isolation is a common consequence, showing disbelief from people who do not suffer. Suicidal tendencies can be observed when installing a severe depression.
Other symptoms are a general feeling of flu that are never problems such as pain in the neck, ringing in the ears and great sensitivity to sunlight, which means that there remain in the dark during the day.
intermittent electrical Downloads, mild or strong, they feel in different parts of the body. Most of people with electrohipersensibilidad (EHS) experience migraines as a result of the microwave pulse in the brain. It is said that the microwaves emitted in pulses have a direct effect on vulnerable people, resulting in epileptic seizures, especially in children.
Treatment electrohipersensibilidad
treatment of hypersensitivity is very limited. The best advice is to avoid electromagnetic fields in all types of electronic equipment, microwave, etc. This is easier said than done in the practice of modern society. Many people, desperate, is forced to take extreme measures, including the fact moving to places not exposed to the influence of mobile phones or electricity distribution lines. Not a good solution for all these patients. Reducing exposure using measuring devices, such as "field meters," or the use of surveillance equipment to identify, is a useful step in most cases. It can replace or protecting electrical circuits or faulty domestic contaminants, eliminate or DECT cordless phones (major emitters of pulsed microwave fields) or limit the duration of exposure to computer screens or minimize the length of calls to mobile phones. When the lifestyle change and improving environmental safety promotes health, then the immune system is strengthened further.
electromagnetic stress is reduced and recovery time may finally give way to a restful sleep. This will have a significant effect on the morale of these people.
is estimated that 75% of people hypersensitive are also sensitive to multiple chemicals (MCS), representing an additional burden for them.
The patient also needs treatment, but the question separately.
Until more research, and in light of the epidemiological investigation of Dr Neil Irvine, according to the deputy chief medical officer, Dr. Jill Meara: "They recognize that this is a multifactorial syndrome, which needs a more thorough recognition and diagnosis, treatments and more research into identifying the causes.
can expect more advances in the diagnosis and treatment in the future.
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