Clarification

More information about the herpes 6 virus:
Some people are genetically pre-disposed to having a higher viral load of the herpes 6 virus. It's not anything similar to the genital or oral herpes STD. Unfortunately that's the first thing that pops into everyones head when they hear herpes. Strep throat is also in the herpes family.
Early in life it shows up as frequent infections like strep throat type symptoms, ear infections, rashes, etc. And the later in life (around late 20's and 30's) it often shows up with more severity and then the symptoms are that of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), fibromyalgia, lowered immune function, and other infections (because of the lowered immune functions).

Like cancer, everyone has the herpes 6 virus in their system, it's just usually within a certain range and is not considered harmful, but some people have a higher load because of genetics and are more likely to suffer it's symptoms. Then you add stress, timing in life, trauma, etc to the equation, and those people who already have a higher viral load, it ends up getting worse, and then requires treatment.

The good news is that it can be treating with an anti-viral medication. Whoo, hoo!! Lucky for me.

I just feel bad for all those other people out there who have fibromyalgia and they settle for what the normal doctors tell them to do, which is pain medicine (which only masks the symptoms further, allowing the virus to do more damage to kidneys and heart), an anti depressant and a sleep aid. I'm not saying that everyone with fibromyalgia symptoms all have a virus of some sort, but it's WELL worth checking into. Then it can take away the virus and not just mask it up and allow it to rule your life.

So if you have fibromyalgia, don't give in to what the doctors say, they are human, they are way busy, and they don't take your health personal like you should. Keep searching and keep looking for answers to why your body is not functioning like it should be. We were all made to be complete, and healthy. It means more tests and more time and more money, but it will be well worth it.

I look forward to sharing with everyone my path to healing and better health. Good health is getting closer every day. I look forward to starting the medication , like a child looks forward to Christmas.

Doctor up-dates:
Friday was my ultra sound on my heart, result in soon on just how much damage has been done. It reminded me of listening to my kids' heart beats when they were in my belly. Good memories.
Feb 4th is my next appointment with my doctor, were I'll get my results from my heart ultrasound, more blood results, and also start the antiviral medication.

Whew!