Hi everyone,
I have been doing some research recently on the gene mutuation MTHFR – I have the double strand issue which effects homocysteine levels. It stops the folic acid from converting properly, so that the homocysteine cannot become methionine – an amino acid. This has effect on so many different things. I found out about the gene mutations because of fertility treatment and a miscarriage. I was tested after my miscarriage and found that this particular mutation particularly when it is double stranded, can cause miscarriage, because the foetus isn’t getting the benefit of the folic acid. I have since learnt there is more risk for thrombosis, heart disease, and stroke – and even brain fog or lack of concentration. As it effects clotting issues in the blood, and has vascular implications, I realised that this could also be connected to my being a migraineur! After all they deam a migraine to be a type of mini -stroke… A light bulb moment. As it turns out, after reading a couple of articles where some research has been done, it seems that there is a good possibility that migraineurs, those particularly with aura, are effected by the gene mutation. So I am wondering why more neurologists are not testing for this gene….? I am putting it out there. I feel grateful that this could be a simple explanation for what has been a huge issue for me for many years, and effects the quality of my life dramatically. There is a simple treatment, which should be managed by your physician and consists of folic acid, B12 and B6 – which helps to lower the homocysteine levels. If this is pertinent to you, I hope this is helpful. I am not an expert, but I am becoming one in my own health! If this is an opportunity to take responsibility for your health and wellbeing if you have any signs …miscarriage, migraines, etc - grab it, and get your homocysteine levels checked, or get tested for the MTHFR gene mutation.
with your wellbeing in mind,
Coach Louise
PS I have a detailed tutorial on my www.lifebalanceinfertilitycoach.wordpress.com site on MTHFR if you want to know a little more about it!
