I need a 2nd opinion

[YupThisAlex]

I am 19 years old and have been complaining of fatigue and weak immune system since I was younger. Up till now my doctor never said anything until I told her I need to find out whats wrong. So I paid a visit to a oncologist and after a month or so we completed tons of blood work. All the results came out negative. I told her that I was using something to balance out my pH level, but I didn't tell her I was using a zapper (Terminator 2). She said by making the blood more alkaline it could very well mask the true results for the blood tests.
She diagnosed me with Chronic fatigue syndrome. So I go back to my regular physician and she agrees with the oncologist but claims I am making up the symptoms I told her. Her recommendation was to take shots of b vitamins and visit a psychiatrist to help me erase any negative thoughts of me being sick. Even though I know how I feel and its not all in my head, but no one is believing me because all the blood results came out negative.
Another problem I have is weight loss. If I don't work, my weight slowly increases. But when I have a job or when I went to school, my weight drastically decreases. My doctor says this is because I am stressed out by thinking of symptoms I don't have. I have done everything to increase calories in my diet but the same thing happens.
The sad part of this story is that my main doctor and the oncologist are one of the top doctors in NYC! Any other doctor I went to just shrugs me off and tells me to exercise more. But exercising more drops my weight, even when its light exercise.

PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!

[Health Dr. 1]

Unfortunately, there is no quick-fix for a situation like this one, as I am sure that you are finding out. It is very common to be diagnosed with emotional of psychological symptoms when blood tests and initial examination do not reveal any type of classifiable disease. This is made even more complicated by that the fact that our emotions and perceptions do affect how we feel physically, just as the reverse is true. There is even a great deal of evidence that shows that chronic negative emotions including, worry, fear, and stress can contribute to or manifest in disease. All of this does not simply mean that it is “all in your head,’ but it does mean that the affect of your thoughts and feelings on your body can be profound.

I would strongly suggest visiting with a Naturopath or nutritionally-trained chiropractor for a second opinion. The blood work that
You have had done is a good place to start. It is also important to have a thorough physical exam as well as a history taken and some time for you to explain what is happening to you in your life. The diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue may be correct, but there are typically a number of other factors beside fatigue that are considered. These can include joint pain, loss of concentration/focus, headaches, lack of refreshing sleep, and a number of others. As in most “syndromes,” there is a lot of variation between individuals. You should also be aware that blood tests are not always completely accurate. Sometimes there is an error on your tests, sometimes variation from lab to lab; sometimes the “normal” range does not really represent your normal range as an individual. Beyond this, many problems do not show up unless very specific tests have been performed; this is one reason that other diagnostic techniques are so important.

Fortunately, there are many lifestyle changes that can positively affect your health. These include cleansing, please see the protocol at www.ghchealth.com /liver-and-gallbladder-flush.html, dietary changes, water consumption, exercise, and positive affirmations or mental outlook. I would seriously consider trying to eat more raw, organic foods. These are not only higher in nutrients, but they do not contain the same types of contaminants and additives that processed foods do. Modern “junk” foods and sugar can have a profound affect on our energy levels and on the functioning of our immune systems. Try to drink at least ½ of your body weight in ounces of clean water every day, more if you are exercising. Try to drink this instead of coffee, soda, or other sugar and caffeine laden drinks. This may leave you fatigued or irritable for a day or two, but you will likely see an increase in energy after that. Exercise is important in order to maintain a positive outlook and also to help relieve stress. Of course, you will need to pay attention that you do not lose too much weight; that may be less of an issue if you improve your diet. Choices like yoga, Pilates, tai chi, a mini-trampoline, or even walking are excellent. Gaining and maintaining a positive mental outlook is crucial to healing, especially if your immune system is depleted. This does not mean that you simply ignore or deny what you feel. Instead, it means that you must interpret these feelings in light of the knowledge that you can learn more and seek other alternatives. You have the ability to persevere until you are able to find a solution for yourself with the help of others. Often people find comfort that they have doctors that can simply give them instructions about how not to be sick; unfortunately, this is often not the same thing as being healthy. The majority of people have the ability to achieve a better state of health through better knowledge in combination with better choices.