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Old 10-09-2014, 08:42 AM #1
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Default Interesting link on mtbi and hormones
This sounds interesting and backs up other accounts I've read.

http://www.lef.org/magazine/2012/1/U...juries/Page-01
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what kind of test do you ask the doctor for? I would like to get it done.
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also, is the test covered by health insurance, does anyone know. I think it would be worth it even if it weren't.
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From the article: tests use a spectrum that goes way beyond typical blood tests, providing a bigger database.

Sounds to me like its a proprietary test and that very few doctors know of it.
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I don't think the local doc will be up to speed on it, I reckon you'd have to see a endocrinologist with experience in treating head injury patients.
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Hormone panels can cost $400 to $600. The specialists who understand this stuff often are not covered by insurance. A GP can order the blood work under insurance and then the results can be sent to the 'out of network' hormone specialist. Expect a $300 or more bill from the hormone specialist plus follow up blood testing and visits. It can get expensive but the results can be worth it.
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Has anyone come across hormone increases from TBI? Most of the stuff I've read (including this story) is about hormone deficiencies. I had a hormone panel done and my cortisol came back VERY high, and I'm wondering if it could be linked to my TBI.

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i guess the tough part is how do you know the endo you make an appointment with won't just brush you off and not order those tests or not know about them? I don't know if my question makes sense.

I guess i''m wondering how to find the right endo. ask over the phone about experience with brain injury?
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There are many things that contribute to high cortisol levels. Low estrogen, lack of sleep, high stress, both emotional and physical, viral infections, caffeine,

What did your doctor say ?

Was your hormone panel directed at female issues or looking for TBI issues ?
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There are many things that contribute to high cortisol levels. Low estrogen, lack of sleep, high stress, both emotional and physical, viral infections, caffeine,

What did your doctor say ?

Was your hormone panel directed at female issues or looking for TBI issues ?
I asked for the panel after hearing about endo problems with TBI here and doing some research on my own. My doctor pretty much dismissed the results. I even got it retested and got another high result. Both times I've felt non-stressed, well-rested.

I started taking some herbs to balance cortisol (e.g. rhodiola rosea) and I've noticed a slight increase. My biggest issue is light sensitivity and the rhodiola helps with that.
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