Effective Treatment Presented For Morgellon's Disease

[Knight~Ryder]

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medical … wsid=50515

26 Aug 2006

On August 25, 2006, Dr. George Schwartz presented a series of case reports demonstrating how an intensive anti-parasitic treatment program leads to effective treatment of Morgellon's (thread, fiber, or Lisa's disease) and cure in early cases.

This "mystery disease" originally misinterpreted as a psychiatric disorder (delusions of parasitosis) is a contagious and serious systemic disease. Its symptoms include intense pruritis (itching), a creeping-crawling sensation under the skin and poorly healing skin lesions. Unique to this disease is the production by the parasite of clear, white, blue, or red fibers ranging from microscopic to inches long. Along with these symptoms can be muscle pain and contraction, anemia, enlarged liver and spleen and bony degeneration. Neurological symptoms may be prominent and are characterized by memory impairment and confusion (termed "brain fog" by patients). In children the behavioral disturbances may be erroneously called "Autism."

Comparing the parasite's production of fibers in one of its life stages to that of a silkworm, Dr. Schwartz noted that the reason for the fibers is still unknown, but it may represent a form of cocoon development or inter-parasite communication. He added, "The fiber production is often associated with electronic phenomena and the role of the fibers in nerve transmission needs to be investigated."

When asked about the contagiousness of the disease, Dr. Schwartz pointed out that transmission through families is common, and people who inhabit a house or room in which the disease has been contracted are at risk. "One family in Idaho, for example, became infected with the disease and moved away. Two months later another family moved into the same house and all family members got the condition." What does this mean for real estate sales? "It should be disclosed," Dr. Schwartz said. "And patients with this disease should avoid hotel and motel rooms which are possible transmission sites."

When asked about the origin of the disease, Dr. Schwartz added, "I believe the disease is either new or very old and has emerged due to global warming. For example, it could be like a plague of the Egyptians thousands of years ago. I am often asked about bio-engineering and while it is a possibility, the disease will respond to an intensive anti-parasitic management program leading to effective treatment and cure in early cases regardless of the origin." However, he added with emphasis, "The disease is epidemic and doubling rapidly. In the future there will have to be special multi- disciplinary centers to treat this condition and control the spread. We are currently performing DNA analysis to determine the nature of the parasite, which should be helpful."

The research report is available at http://www.healingresearch.org and http://www.beatricebooks.com.

[ladycolorado]

you know it is quite interesting i have actually had a conversation with dr, george schwartz on the telephone.. i disagree, on some of the things he says, he is a very intelligent and competent, man. it is true that morgellons is an everything disease, it does effect everything and tries to spread and effect everything. it is very good that patients are getting helped that he says does doctor referrals and i do belive he has many good ideas . however, i do not believe this disease is contagious like he says. if it was, the whole world would be infected by now. i believe a combination of factors which makes us ill, not just one. i am just a regular person, but just my opinion. but good someone in florida is willing help people.

[carla]

Lady Col I think he`s right about it being contagious.It is to any one you come across who has a low immune system I think a few of my children have picked it up from me. Carla

[ladycolorado]

Originally Posted by carla

Lady Col I think he`s right about it being contagious.It is to any one you come across who has a low immune system I think a few of my children have picked it up from me. Carla

clm, or carla, part of the disease is genetics, another is sharing factors. like an insect vector or an infection or contaminants. this disease IS spread but not from person to person, i believe. the dr. in Florida is very good but also quite happy to sell you his book for 125 dollars or some of his other products. dr. h has been ill like us, the treatment is not cheap, but he is not selling anything.

[MELISSAJ]

I called the 954 number after a late night researching last week. He was in my area to discuss global warming etc. and I spoke to his media rep(I believe, his mother) and he called me back from a Colorado phone number. He seemed informed but distracted (dog, children, etc. in the background). He asked specific questions and told me that for 1500 he would work with my doctor. I asked for references and after rumbling around he gave me a name and number. I was still on the fence at the time we spoke about Morgellons or not, but I would make sure you thoroughly check him out before consulting. I've already spent over 3k in deductibles, copays, cleaning supplies, herbal/homeopathic remedies, eating out and an exterminator. I am quite frugal generally and I pray that things get better and slow down. I just want an informed and open doctor who takes insurance and is willing to work with me in South Florida. I feel as if we are a big bunch of patient zeros. I guess this is how the original AIDS patients felt in the beginning. I am a fixer and I want this fixed. Thanks again for all the useful information.

[williamthegreat]

Milissa, I'll tell you how I deal with this bug in a post on "Mogellons theories and speculations" . The heading will be " Mysterybug Information". This will take some time. OK? ...WTG