Gadolinium Deposition Disease
(GDD)

Defining GDD

GDD is a term to describe a collection of symptoms affecting multiple body systems that can result from receiving a GBCA injection during an MRI. Initial symptoms typically show immediately to a few weeks after the injection. Gadolinium is retained in the body.

GDD: About

Dr. Semelka's Discussions on GDD

Episode #203: Gadolinium Deposition Disease with Dr. Richard Semelka, MD

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183: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: Dr. Richard Semelka on Gadolinium Toxicity

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Q & A with Gadolinium Expert Dr. Richard Semelka

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Discussing GDD with Dr. Martha Grout of AZ Integrative Medical Association

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Classic GDD Symptoms

You may have GDD if you experience several of the main symptoms listed below:

Central Nervous System

Head pain
Brain fog
Headaches
Tingling sensations
Muscle vibrations and fasciculations
Skin pins and needles
Vibrations in arms and legs
Vision loss
Blurry vision
Tinnitus

Musculoskeletal System

Deep bone pain
Severe joint pain
Loss of mobility
Muscle loss
Increased weakness
Fatigue

Dermatologic System

Skin discoloration
Skin substrate thickening
Skin burning sensation
Rashes

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GDD Treatment

Dr. Semelka treats GDD patients in Chapel Hill, North Carolina with DTPA IV chelation treatments and FRAME drug protocol. For more information, please book a consultation with Dr. Semelka, and/or find more detailed treatment information on Dr. Semelka's blog.

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