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How do I know if I have heavy metal toxicity?
Doctors can usually check for heavy metal toxicity with some very simple at-home testing.
- kidney function tests
- liver function studies
- urine analysis
- hair analysis
- fingernail analysis
- electrocardiograms
- x-rays
- blood panels
What are heavy metals?
Heavy metals are elements that are naturally found in the earth. They’re used in many modern-day applications such as agriculture, medicine, and industry.
If you live on earth, you have been exposed to high concentrations of these metals from food, air or water pollution, as well as medicine, food containers with improper coating, industrial exposure, or lead-based paint. The question isn’t whether or not exposure has happened, it is whether or not your blood has become toxic with these metals.
Your body naturally contains some. Zinc, iron, and copper, for example, are necessary for regular body function, as long as they aren’t present in toxic amounts.
General symptoms:
The symptoms of heavy metal toxicity vary, depending on the type of metal involved. Common symptoms across several types of heavy metal poisoning include:
- diarrhea
- nausea
- abdominal pain
- vomiting
- shortness of breath
- tingling in your hands and feet
- chills
- weakness
Heavy Metal Toxicity Treatment:
The standard treatment for eliminating heavy metals in the body is chelation therapy. This involves giving targeted medication through an IV that binds to the heavy metals in the blood and then eliminates the heavy metals through the urine.
The doctors and nurse practitioner will prescribe a customized IV chelation regimen based on the individual needs of each patient.
Left untreated, heavy metal poisoning can have lasting effects on your health. It’s important to work closely with our prescribers to ensure that you’re following the most effective treatment plan for your needs.
Take the next step toward better health
If you have questions about heavy metal exposure or would like to learn more about chelation therapy, our team is here to help.