Wow, Shawn and Lisa, I can relate. I'm not quite as severe, but starting to get close. I especially know what you mean about small everyday tasks seeming overwhelming and feeling like I'm gonna crack! And the crying thing -- I used to cry really easy, and now, even when I want to, most times I can't. With me, it's not rage as much as it is, there's nothing left in there. It really hurts to want to cry, but there are no tears there. the only way I can is if my emotions are pushed to brink giving my adrenals the stimulation they need to let me.

One thing that may help though is getting your adrenals checked via the 4x per day cortisol test and DHEA. If your adrenals are shot (and they often are with Hg poisoning), then that can make your energy levels very low. When they get supported, it can give you more energy to do the things you need to do. Sorta taking the egde off. Symptoms with adrenals: http://www.drrind.com/scorecardmatrix.asp I know I have adrenal issues, but haven't gotten tested myself yet or found the right doc who can help with Hg detox and the adrenal issues. My first choice is to find someone who can assist me with both. I may be on my own with the detox though. If you do have adrenal issues, many have found taking Celtic Sea Salt in their drinks helpful, along with lemon water. I have found the salt and lemon water make me feel much better, although, I stopped because I wasn't sure what implications it may have in mobilizing Hg and I'm still nursing my daughter, so.... Anyway, I feel your pain, too!