Two years without the foods he loved

Rick ate anything he wanted for almost 71 years. Then alpha-gal syndrome hit. Red meat, some dairy products and seafood all came off the table, and he was left with chicken and turkey. He calls it a terrible way to live, day after day.

"I wanted to get my life back."

"Everyone told me there was no cure"

The message Rick kept hearing was that nothing could be done. He kept looking anyway, and decided to give acupuncture a try. He now drives over an hour each way to see Dr. Harris and the team in Peachtree City, and he says he would drive even further: "I would go wherever I have to go."

Meat is back on the menu

After 4 visits over 3 months, Rick has been bringing meat back slowly, one meal at a time. First a pork chop. A week later, a T-bone. In his words: "I have had absolutely no reactions, no issues, everything has been wonderful." He says he's so much happier, and his wife is happy too.

What we know so far

Alpha-gal syndrome is usually managed by avoiding mammal products. In a published case series, 121 of 126 patients with follow-up data reported remission after this approach. That is a case series, not a clinical trial, and your care is planned around you.

If you or someone you love has lived with alpha-gal syndrome for months or years, we would be glad to talk with you. Call to schedule your initial consultation today! 770-756-1979, or book at ptcacu.com/book-now. We see patients from Peachtree City, Fayetteville, Tyrone, Senoia, Newnan and Sharpsburg, and many drive in from across Georgia, Alabama and Florida.

Frequently asked questions

Can acupuncture help with alpha-gal syndrome?

Many of our alpha-gal patients report being able to eat foods they had cut out, like Rick in this video. In a published case series, 121 of 126 patients with follow-up data reported remission. It is not a clinical trial, so we talk through what to expect at your consultation.

How many visits does it take?

It varies from person to person. Rick came for 4 visits over 3 months. We map out a plan with you at your initial consultation.

I live more than an hour away. Is it worth the drive?

Rick drives over an hour each way and says he would drive even further. Many of our alpha-gal patients come from across Georgia, Alabama and Florida, and we plan visits to keep your trips as few as possible.

Call to schedule your initial consultation today! 770-756-1979 or ptcacu.com/book-now