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Positive ANA: What might be the cause?
Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Sep 26, 2023 | Replies (94)Comment receiving replies
Hi @freedomwarrior, there are several discussions in the Autoimmune Diseases group about positive ANA testing. Here's a short list.
- Positive ANA’s and GI issues: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/positive-anas/
- Help! Positive ANA with swelling, joint and muscle pain and brain fog: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/help-2/
- Terrible fatigue for months, positive ANA: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/terrible-fatigue-for-months-positive-ana/
– Question on ANA and dsDNA: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/question-on-ana-and-dsdna/
– Positive ANA and ENA Panel: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/positive-ana-and-ena-panel/
What symptoms are you experiencing that led you to get tested? What exposure have you had that points to mercury toxicity as a potential cause?
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Hello,
I apologize for not replying. My (now confirmed) mercury toxicity is from a mouthful of dental amalgam (Elemental Mercury) and from eating raw fish (Methylmercury). I have been tested for autoimmune conditions twice and the blood tests have returned negative. Mercury is known to suppress the immune system. Today, my former Pulmonologist called me and told me that I have #LatentTuberculosis. Such exists in immunocompromised persons. To me, this ALL circles back to Mercury. This is not good.
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I had old fillings removed about 10-12 yrs ago. The dentist did do anything to handle the removal so much was swallowed. Since then i have developed CKD, ANCA VASCULITIS and mysterious skin issues which started on ny legs and then took up residence on my face. I have vern going to the Dr House If dermatology for 5 years. No real luck clearing it up. Any chance there is a connection to the filling replacement process?