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Questions about Dr. Bruce Patterson's program
Post-COVID Recovery & COVID-19 | Last Active: Dec 28, 2025 | Replies (29)Comment receiving replies
I did the protocol with Dr Patterson through his website (Chronic Inflammation Treatment Center), it was all virtual. My responses here are specific to my own situation so I can't say its like this for everyone.
1. No, he sent a summary report which is just something you then give to your treating physician who has to prescribe the medication. Dr Patterson didn't prescribe or supply the meds. This is because Dr Patterson isn't licensed in every state, so it makes sense. This would probably be different if you are in his state or going to his new location in Michigan.
2. I think the protocol is generally the same for everyone but I'm sure it can vary slightly depending on the case. For me it was maraviroc, atorvastatin, and colchicine, with the first two really being the key parts of the treatment.
3. You would work with your treating physician on any issues, so it's important that you have a doctor who is open minded and available, I'm sure there are some doctors who would not participate in this type of arrangement.
4. Your treating physician would prescribe the medications and also provide support during the treatment. You can contact Dr Patterson's nursing staff but they generally aren't going to get into giving medical advice via email, you'd have to make an appointment with Dr Patterson every time you want to speak to him.
I didn't have much trouble with the meds, but it didn't really help me, I was on them for almost 10 weeks. Dr Patterson eventually ordered a mycotoxin test which came back positive, a lot of the symptoms are similar, so I'm now pursuing that avenue of treatment.
I happen to have a integrative type physician who is familiar with Dr Patterson and his protocol so that made things a lot easier. There's plenty of info on the covidlonghaulers website. If you are able to get to his new location then I would recommend it.
Best of luck!
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mikesixty six: Mycotoxin details you provided are very intriguing for my symptoms. In August 2025, the one and only time my nasal drainage and tongue coating was tested by my NP, it came back from blood work as an 'un-identified' fungi. This was understood to mean, given enough weeks (takes 7 weeks to test) to run fungi tests, eventually a fungi will show up but usually it can't be identified (this was my oral surgeons medical opinion also) and so it was left unanswered. Your input may assist.
This is more for Mayo Covid Group members who are still having sinus drainage and phlegm regarding Mycotoxins:
Mold exposure is more common than many people realize. Water-damaged buildings, damp basements, and even contaminated food can all expose you to mycotoxins, which are produced by molds like Aspergillus, Penicillium, and Stachybotrys (black mold). These toxins don’t just linger in the environment—they can accumulate in the body, leading to:
TAKE NOTE COVID LONG HAULERS as this part may be one of your symptoms:
Chronic fatigue and weakness
Brain fog and memory issues
Respiratory symptoms like sinus congestion and wheezing
Digestive issues, bloating, and food sensitivities
Joint pain and muscle aches
Hormonal imbalances and immune dysfunction
Mycotoxins are fat-soluble, they tend to store in tissues rather than circulating in the blood, making standard blood tests ineffective at detecting them. This is why urine mycotoxin testing is the most accurate way to assess your toxic load.
https://portlandclinicofnaturalhealth.com/urine-mycotoxin-testing-detect-mold-toxicity-body/
Why Urine Mycotoxin Testing is the Gold Standard
1. It Measures Actual Mycotoxin Excretion
Unlike blood tests, which only show recent exposure or immune response, urine mycotoxin testing measures the actual toxins your body is excreting. This makes it a more accurate reflection of your body’s toxic burden. (4)
2. Highly Sensitive and Reliable
Modern urine mycotoxin tests use liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) to detect even trace amounts of mycotoxins. This technology ensures a high level of accuracy and sensitivity, making it one of the best tools for mold illness diagnosis. (5)
3. It Identifies Both Acute and Chronic Exposure
Since mycotoxins can hide in fat cells and tissues, urine testing can detect both recent exposure and long-term accumulation. If necessary, we can use provocation agents like glutathione to help release stored toxins and enhance test accuracy.
4. Non-Invasive, Easy, and Cost-Effective
Urine testing is simple—just a sample collected at home or in the clinic. It’s a non-invasive, affordable, and convenient way to get clear answers about mold toxicity without the need for expensive imaging or biopsies.
5. Clinically Proven for Chronic Illness
Research shows that urine mycotoxin testing is one of the most effective tools for diagnosing mold-related illness, especially in patients with chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS), autoimmune conditions, and chemical sensitivities. Studies published in Toxins and International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health confirm its reliability in detecting mold exposure when other tests fail. (6)
@mikesixtysix I concur with your response.
I too worked with Dr. Patterson, starting with another Doctor on his team who ultimately handed me over to Dr. Patterson when my progress stalled from test #2 to test #3. Testing still showed inflammation (the root cause of everyone's symptoms). Dr. Patterson got to the place where he said "we should test you for chronic Lyme and mold illness". I tested negative for Lyme and positive for Mold Illness - Mycotoxins (the root root cause of my symptoms). I would urge all LC sufferers to test for Lyme and Mold Illness, many many symptoms are crossovers and add confusion to diagnosis. I have spent days reading articles and watching YouTubes and many Doctors believe a huge number of LC sufferers actually have Mold Illness, it is not directly LC!
Dr. Patterson hypothesized that the vaccine suppressed my immune system allowing mold spores to do their dirty work and infect my body.
I am both angry and grateful. Angry that the dozens of medical professionals (Roper, MUSC, Mayo Rochester) across 4 years that none of them thought to test me for mold illness. Grateful they tried, but failed. From the beginning some Doctors called my journey "the journey of what it is not". Grateful to find Dr. Patterson who walked me down that path. Grateful to take Dr. Patterson's test which was the first test that showed abnormalities and not 'normal, normal, normal' that so many of us write about. Grateful that Dr. Patterson found the 'murder weapon'.
Now I am in the difficult journey of finding Mycotoxin treatment. It isn't easy. There is quite a bit of dissension in the medical community about whether or not mold illness is real (sound familiar???) and what treatment protocol is the right treatment protocol.
I will persist, I will find treatment, and I will heal and be back to my old self beginning in December!!!
Best to all of you on your wellness journey.
It's the mold, stupid!
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@mikesixtysix
Thank you very much for taking the time for such a thorough and helpful response! It sounds like I'll best wait until I can get into the doctor of integrative medicine. I don't think my regular doctor would be receptive.
I will check out the websites, too. They did not come up when I googled Dr. Patterson, and I am sure I will learn a lot.
I'm sorry the meds didn't work for you and hope you'll have a better response to the treatment for mycotoxin. Your body is doing the best it can, and you are doing everything you can to help it.