✨ Have you ever felt dismissed or rushed in a doctor’s office? Share your experiences below. ⬇️ 🎥 Today on @bendy_bodies: What are doctors missing when treating chronic illness? According to Dr. David Kaufman, one of the biggest gaps in care for chronic and complex illness patients is the lack of a detailed, in-depth medical history. 🩺 Most doctors simply don’t have the time for a deep dive in a quick 15-minute visit, meaning key patterns and past infections—like those that might contribute to long COVID, hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), or mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS)—can go unnoticed. #ChronicIllness #HypermobileEhlersDanlosSyndrome #hEDS #LongCOVID #InvisibleIllness #MedicalGaslighting #EhlersDanlos #ComplexChronicIllness #BendyBodies #ChronicPain #Dysautonomia #MastCellActivationSyndrome #PosturalOrthostaticTachycardiaSyndrome #ChronicFatigue Medical Advice Disclaimer: This information is purely educational and does not intend to be a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making any changes.

In this episode of the Bendy Bodies Podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein sits down with Dr. David Kaufman, a specialist in complex illnesses, to discuss how infections, immune dysfunction, and connective tissue disorders intersect. They explore why many chronic illnesses are often overlooked or misdiagnosed. This includes conditions like ME/CFS (myalgic encephalomyeltiis/chronic fatigue syndrome), Long COVID, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and dysautonomia, Dr. Kaufman shares insights on the role of Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Lyme Disease, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), and other infections in triggering chronic conditions. They also dive into peptides, plasmapheresis, exosomes, and mitochondrial health as potential treatment avenues. If you've struggled to get answers about complex illness, this episode is packed with groundbreaking insights and expert advice. Takeaways: Complex Illness Requires a Multi-System Approach – Chronic conditions like ME/CFS, EDS, MCAS, and dysautonomia are interconnected, requiring a holistic approach rather than isolated treatments. Infections Can Trigger or Worsen Chronic Illness – Epstein-Barr virus, Lyme disease, and other chronic infections often reactivate in immune-compromised individuals, leading to long-term symptoms. Peptides and Exosomes Show Promise – Treatments like thymosin alpha-1, BPC-157, and exosomes may help modulate immune function and promote healing. Pelvic Congestion & Blood Flow Issues Matter – Unrecognized vascular issues, like May-Thurner syndrome and pelvic congestion syndrome, can contribute to POTS and hemodynamic instability. Mitochondrial Health is Key to Recovery – Addressing mitochondrial dysfunction through targeted therapies can help reduce fatigue and improve overall health in complex illness patients. Connect with YOUR Hypermobility Specialist, Dr. Linda Bluestein, MD at https://www.hypermobilitymd.com/. Thank YOU so much for tuning in. We hope you found this episode informative, inspiring, useful, validating, and enjoyable. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to level up your knowledge about hypermobility disorders and the people who have them. Join YOUR Bendy Bodies community at https://www.bendybodiespodcast.com/. Learn more about Human Content at http://www.human-content.com Podcast Advertising/Business Inquiries: sales@human-content.com YOUR bendy body is our highest priority! Learn about Dr. David Kaufman Blue Sky: @kaufmanmd.bsky.social Website: https://www.centerforcomplexdiseases.com/ Podcast Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkJiyBgDrgE5xWi3_tFsXHg Keep up to date with the HypermobilityMD: YouTube: youtube.com/@bendybodiespodcast Twitter: twitter.com/BluesteinLinda LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hypermobilitymd Facebook: facebook.com/BendyBodiesPodcast Blog: hypermobilitymd.com/blog Part of the Human Content Podcast Network

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📢 Hypermobility & Sexual Health: The Overlooked Connection 🔍 Did you know joint hypermobility can affect sexual function? Dr. Irwin Goldstein explains how connective tissue disorders (like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome) can lead to nerve compression, chronic pain, and sexual dysfunction. 💡 In this clip, we cover: ✔️ How joint laxity affects the nervous system and causes unexpected pain ✔️ The role of mast cells in pelvic pain and hypersensitivity ✔️ Why some women experience pain with tampons from an early age ✔️ The shocking link between spinal issues and sexual dysfunction 📌 Watch the full episode here: [Insert Full Episode Link] 💬 Have you ever connected your hypermobility to nerve pain? Drop your thoughts below! #Hypermobility #MastCellDisorder #PelvicPain #SexualHealth #JointHypermobility #ChronicPain

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🔥 Why the FDA is Holding Back Female Sexual Health Medications 🧠 Dopamine controls your sex drive—but women’s health meds are still being ignored! Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses groundbreaking treatments like Flibanserin (Addyi) & Bremelanotide (Vyleesi) for increasing female desire. 💡 In this clip, we explore: ✔️ How dopamine affects sex drive ✔️ The medications Flibanserin (Addyi) & Bremelanotide (Vyleesi) —how they work and why they aren’t widely available ✔️ The FDA’s historical bias against female sexual health medications 📌 Watch the full episode here: [Insert Full Episode Link] 💬 Do you think female sexual health gets enough attention? Let’s discuss! #FemaleSexualHealth #LibidoBoost #SexualMedicine #WomenDeserveBetter #FDAReform

Sexual function is impacted by a multitude of factors but care has been hard to access until more recently. Conditions like vestibulodynia (pain in the opening of the vagina) have been historically hard to treat. Check out podcasts like Bendy Bodies to improve care!

💦 Why Many Women Diagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis DON’T Actually Have It 🚨 Could your bladder pain be something else? Many women diagnosed with interstitial cystitis actually have hormonal deficiencies or pelvic floor dysfunction. 💡 In this clip, learn: ✔️ Why many IC diagnoses are incorrect ✔️ The role of hormones (especially vaginal estrogen) in bladder health ✔️ How pelvic floor dysfunction can mimic IC symptoms ✔️ Why listening to women is the key to proper diagnosis 📌 Watch the full episode here: [Insert Full Episode Link] 💬 Have you been diagnosed with IC? Let’s talk about what helped you! #InterstitialCystitis #BladderHealth #PelvicPain #WomensHealth #HormoneTherapy