What is Gu Syndrome?Gu syndrome is not specific to one set of symptoms or illness, but is rather a blanket diagnosis that gives explanation and understanding to that which western medicine may perceive as unexplainable. It encompasses many chronic illnesses that are undeniably there but may be hard to diagnose or treat, such as treatment resistant diseases and disorders, chronic inflammatory conditions or illness caused by pathogens, mold, or other toxins, and "aggressive helminthic, protozoan, fungal, spirochete, or viral afflictions that have become systemic in an immune-compromised patient."(Fruehauf) In other words, Gu Syndrome is the diagnosis that you have a hidden pathogen (parasite, bacteria, virus, fungi, etc.) stuck in the body. While still confounding to most western practitioners, the once perceived dark and mysterious Gu syndrome, more easily understood through TCM practices today. |
Possible Symptoms: As "chronic parasitism" may involve virtually any symptom in virtually any combination, for diagnostic purposes the indications most consistently quoted in traditional texts can be synopsized in the following way:
Other diagnoses that could be considered under the umbrella of Gu Syndrome:
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Did you know that Brittany and Dr. Sarica have protocols that focus on these cases from different angles? Brittany has worked with a number of people with Gu or other parasitic infections with great results, using TCM herbal and acupuncture protocols. And Dr. Sarica offers personalized heavy metal detoxification programs that are created based upon the person's individualized needs. Because parasites and heavy metals have a symbiotic relationship, the metals need to be slowly and safely eliminated in order to completely clear the parasites. |
When we are getting into this deep work, it is so important to be guided by a practitioner that has experience with this, and knows how to support your body through it in a way that is gentle and slow, so that you end up healthier at the cellular level by the end of this transformational journey. If you or anyone you know has dealt with an undetermined chronic, systemic illness, we are here to help. If you aren't in Flagstaff, we can assist with online herbal consults to determine the right course of action. If you would like to book an appointment, or have any questions, feel free to call the clinic at : (928) 856-0656. |