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Rebecca's Log
I felt as I should make a post updating what is going on with me since receiving new test result (I've done blood work and a Mosaic OAT). While it might have been obvious to some, I didn't know this type of thing existed or could cause all these problems. I have dysbiosis and leaky gut. It's caused an array of problems for me. It had gotten to where I could barely eat anything without having some sort of adverse reaction. I have very briefly mentioned twice on here that I thought my problem was vitamin A *metabolism* but not vitamin A toxicity. I was partially right. I'm having issues metabolizing a lot of things, and my OAT revealed that. In turn, it's caused an assortment of other issues as I am not absorbing vitamins and nutrients (it seems this has gotten worse over the last few months). It had gotten to where I feel it anytime I eat literally... anything. 🙁
I still have mostly head fog and "wonky" head feelings. My ears stay stopped up a lot. Migraines have calmed down a lot. And just overall no energy or stamina. Anxiety comes only sometimes. I have some decent days but nothing like before.
So, the good news: I had a friend (who is adequately qualified) from a FB group to review my results and help me with a plan. We are trying to fix my leaky gut issues (clostridia and candida) and also supplement with a host of vitamins & minerals. I've started drinking kefir to reintroduce good bacteria. I've never had it in my life. I'm eating as clean as possible and going organic. Obviously reducing sugar intake, but I still allow myself very small increments (1 tsp total with 2 c. coffee/ morning and 1.5 tsp in my plain yogurt/night).
I just wanted to update here for other people who were harmed by Accutane and having the same crazy ass symptoms I was having. All tied back to the gut. I just felt I had to clarify that mine was not vitamin A toxicity.
I do appreciate everyone's helpful insight and suggestions! Fingers crossed I am able to get my gut sorted. Oh yeah, and I do have a GI appointment June 10. I want to have a scope done... Thanks again.