with varicose ulcers (39 females and 28 males) found they had a remarkable response to DMSO (even chronic ulcers that had been present for years).
DMSO prevents blood clot formation in the body and is a powerful platelet deaggregator (which prevents clotting). For example, it was found to reverse the reduction of coronary blood flow induced by a critical stenosis on the canine [dog] circumflex coronary artery without changing their other circulatory parameters.
DMSO is a sulf-hydryl inhibitor (which platelets need to bond) and a hydroxyl radical scavenger (which also inhibits platelet function).
DMSO inhibits tissue factor (T.F.) expression (a key part of clot formation—especially in the presence of TNF-α), thrombus (clot) formation, and vascular smooth muscle cell activation. T.F. (a platelet protein) is a key link between inflammation and blood clotting.
It increases cAMP (cAMP inhibits platelet aggregators) by inhibiting one or more of the platelet enzymes that breaks cAMP down (PDE2, PDE3, and PDE5—which is how many circulation improving drugs like Viagra also work, along with certain cognitive improving ones).
DMSO and Strokes
Dr. Gabriela Segura writes, “Given soon after a stroke, DMSO can dissolve the clot that causes the stroke, restoring circulation and avoiding paralysis. Once DMSO gets into the body, either by being daubed on the skin, given in I.V., or by mouth, it permeates the body and crosses the brain barrier, so even taking it orally can improve circulation. Ideally, it should be I.V. in critical situations.
Effectively treated ischemic strokes.
Had no risk of worsening a hemorrhagic stroke.
It could easily be taken at home and, more importantly, be quickly given in ambulances.
Protected brain tissue from dying.
Prevented reperfusion injuries.
Healed damaged brain tissue after a stroke.
Radiation and Sulfur
Radiation produces free radicals (“inflammatory molecules”) that damage cells that makeup tissues such as organs, glands, muscles, and bones. Besides causing the cells to age more quickly, they also become distorted or mutated, creating cancers such as leukemia, anemia, congenital disabilities, and other diseases.
Sulfur has a long history of use as an antidote for acute exposure to radioactive material. DMSO is the classical sulfur compound. A Japanese study showed that even low concentrations of DMSO had radio-protective effects through the facilitation of DNA double-strand break repair, protecting against radiation damage at all cellular levels in the whole body.
Radiation produces free radicals (“inflammatory molecules”) that damage cells that makeup tissues such as organs, glands, muscles, and bones. Besides causing the cells to age more quickly, they also become distorted or mutated, creating cancers such as leukemia, anemia, congenital disabilities, and other diseases.
Sulfur has a long history of use as an antidote for acute exposure to radioactive material. DMSO is the classical sulfur compound. A Japanese study showed that even low concentrations of DMSO had radio-protective effects through the facilitation of DNA double-strand break repair, protecting against radiation damage at all cellular levels in the whole body.
Transdermal Application By Walter Last
When applying DMSO for transdermal treatment, the skin should be clean and free of undesirable chemicals, such as those from commercial lotions or sunscreens. DMSO can be used on its own and applied over inflamed, stiff, or painful muscles or joints or over troublesome organs, or it can be used to carry remedies or nutrients through the skin into the body.
However, it does not carry microbes, large molecules, or chemicals into the body that generally cannot penetrate the skin. It only enhances the absorption rate of those that can penetrate on their own but at a much lower rate. To avoid skin irritation, apply DMSO in diluted form at 70% or less. Some products on the market are already diluted.
For everyday use, you may make a treatment solution, e.g., in another glass bottle, by diluting full-strength DMSO. To make it about 70%, mix two parts of 100% DMSO with 1 part of water, and for a weaker solution (50%), mix equal parts of DMSO and water.
Be careful; the solution gets warm when mixing DMSO with water, and while it does not harm the skin, spills may damage painted or plastic surfaces. Strength for topical use may vary according to the sensitivity of the skin. DMSO is not generally used on broken or open skin, but it has been applied to fresh cuts and other wounds and significantly speeds up healing without causing pain or other discomfort.
Depending on the degree of pain or inflammation, DMSO may be applied several times during the day over the area of pain. Still, the need for multiple applications may be reduced in the following days. The effect may be felt within minutes. Also, swellings from sprained ankles can quickly disappear if kept covered with DMSO.
While DMSO mixes freely with water and glycerine, it does not mix with oils or kerosene. It does not dissolve magnesium chloride, but it can improve absorption by carrying along water in which the magnesium is dissolved. Alpha lipoic acid dissolves very well in DMSO, Glutathione, and Coenzyme Q10 to some degree. Transdermal application of these may give a better absorption rate than oral use.
Oral Intake By Walter Last
Dr Stanley Jacob working with DMSO in the 1960s