RALEIGH, NC – November 27, 2007 – As part of his continuing health series, John C. Pittman, MD, of The Carolina Center for Integrative Medicine (CCIM), will present “Examining the Dangers of Mercury Toxicity” on Tuesday, December 4^th from 7:00-8:00pm at CCIM’s office at 4505 Fair Meadow Lane, Suite 111 in Raleigh.  This free, public health presentation will uncover the causes and symptoms of mercury toxicity and will discuss the treatments currently available.

From the air we breathe to the water we drink and the food we eat, mercury seems to be everywhere; therefore, it is almost impossible to avoid exposure to this harmful agent.  Symptoms of mercury toxicity may easily be overlooked, or worse, underestimated and include insomnia, nervousness, memory loss, dizziness, depression, fatigue, and muscle weakness. 

Dr. Stephen B. Edelson, of The Edelson Center for Environmental & Preventative Medicine, wrote in his online article entitled “Heavy Metal Toxicity”, “It should be noted that many chronic symptoms go undiagnosed because mainstream physicians are not familiar with chronic mercury toxicity, and most even doubt its existence.” 

Dr. Pittman and The Carolina Center use Chelation therapy to treat patients diagnosed with mercury toxicity, administering the chelating drugs EDTA and DMPS according to nationally standardized protocols.  These chelating drugs have been shown to be beneficial in the treatment of toxicity conditions from various heavy metals and anecdotal as well, as clinical studies have also shown EDTA to reduce arterial plaque associated with vascular disease.  According to Dr. Pittman, patients who receive Chelation therapy are reported to have experienced increased energy levels, improved sleep, reduction in food cravings, improved ability to cope with stress, and a feeling of youthfulness and vitality.

Although Chelation has been an effective method of treating lead and other heavy metal toxicity, researchers began to take note of its other effects.  “EDTA has been shown to remove radioactive substances in acute radiation poisoning, lower blood cholesterol levels, and has had beneficial effects in the treatment of arthritis and other autoimmune disorders,” notes Dr. Pittman, adding, “It is this effect that often leads heart patients to seek this kind of therapy over conventional pharmaceutical and surgical treatments.”

Advanced registration is required in case of cancellation.  To register, contact the Carolina Center at (919) 571-4391 or via e-mail at register@carolinacenter.com     

About the Carolina Center for Integrative Medicine

Since 1994, the Carolina Center for Integrative Medicine has been the Triangle’s leading provider of integrative medical treatments and therapies.  Practice founder, Dr. John Pittman, is the only local physician fully certified in chelation therapy for the treatment of heavy metal toxicity and only one of six medical practitioners in the state of North Carolina who is a Diplomate through the American Board of Clinical Metal Toxicology. 

The Carolina Center utilizes a combination of the most progressive alternative therapies, along with dietary and lifestyle modifications, to treat a wide variety of chronic illnesses and immune system dysfunctions.  Conditions treated include Atherosclerosis & Disorders of Circulation, Chronic Digestive Disturbances, Chronic Infections & Immune Dysfunction, Degenerative Neurological Disorders, Fibromyalgia, Lyme Disease, Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity/Environmental Allergies, and Pediatric Program for Autism.  The Carolina Center also provides Chemical Detoxification and support for patients injured through exposure to mold, pesticides, hydraulic fluid, mercury, and sick building syndrome.   For more information, call (919) 571-4391 or visit www.carolinacenter.com.

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