Multisystem chronic conditions are disorders in which multiple body systems—such as the nervous, vascular, digestive, musculoskeletal, and immune systems—are affected simultaneously. Symptoms can range widely, from dizziness and pain to digestive issues and persistent fatigue.
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease that can become life-threatening if attacks are not controlled with medication. During an asthma attack, the airways narrow and fill with mucus, leading to symptoms such as coughing, shortness of breath, and wheezing.
Today, we live in a world surrounded by synthetic chemicals — in the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, the cosmetics we use, the packaging we touch, and the cleaning products we rely on. These substances include solvents, plasticizers, preservatives, and by-products of industrial processes. Even if we don’t notice them directly, our contact with them is constant and often invisible. For example, if you leave a plastic water bottle in the sun, you’re likely drinking water that now contains microplastics.
Mercury Is Not a Single Substance, but a Group of Chemically Distinct Compounds. Each form of mercury affects the human body differently. Its form determines how it enters the body, how quickly it is eliminated, how easily it accumulates, and which systems it damages—ranging from the respiratory tract to the kidneys and brain.
Mercury is a unique substance: it is the only metal that exists in a liquid state at room temperature. Thanks to its unusual properties, it has fascinated people since ancient times. It was used in medicine as a remedy, in alchemy as an “element of transformation,” and later in industry—for making mirrors, thermometers, lamps, and other products.
Microbiome refers to the collection of microorganisms that inhabit not only the gut, but also the skin, respiratory tract, mucous membranes, urogenital system, and even the surrounding environment. The human body contains more microbial cells than human cells: for every human cell, there are about 1.3 microbial cells. The total mass of the microbiome is 1.5–2 kg, and its genes outnumber human genes by a factor of 150.
For effective treatment of dysbiosis, it is crucial to begin with accurate diagnostics. In the first article, we discussed the basic concepts of dysbiosis, its impact on health, and potential causes. Many health conditions may present with similar symptoms but require different treatment approaches. As mentioned earlier, dysbiosis-related issues can be identified using a variety of diagnostic methods. The primary ones are stool analysis and breath tests. Stool analysis can detect the presence of pathogenic bacteria, viruses, and fungi, while breath tests effectively reveal carbohydrate fermentation disorders, which may indicate SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth).
In the first part, we discussed therapies that can assist in treating pathogenic biofilms, most of which should be conducted in a specially equipped office and administered by a competent specialist. In the second part, we will consider therapies that can be performed at home, although they often involve prescription medications.
In the first article, “Unlock the Mystery of Microbial Biofilms in Chronic and Recurrent Infections” we extensively explored information beneficial for those seeking to understand what biofilms are.
The biofilms in the human body serve as protection for the habitats of various microorganisms. Recent studies have shown that the composition of these biofilms can have a significant impact on mental health. It has been found that biofilms can affect the nervous system through complex mechanisms, such as the release of neurotransmitters (chemical substances that transmit signals between nerve cells) and inflammatory processes. This influence can affect both mood and the mental state of a person.
