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He said there were 4-5 attempts in different countries, but none were able to replicate the results. He did make a point of saying that no-one has disproven him either!


mig,
just how much do you think the average jobbing rheumie knows of the current science? If you look in the latest editions of the scientific tomes discussing the etiology of AS you find many references to Ebringer's published papers, and his theory is discussed as a serious contender. Because the results have now been replicated, in some 18 other countries.

This we prescribe though no physician . . .
Our doctors say this is no month to bleed. (Rich. II)



'Then you should say what you mean,' the March Hare went on. 'I do,' Alice hastily replied; 'at least - at least I mean what I say - that's the same thing , you know.' 'Not the same thing a bit!' said the Hatter.