Hat tip to SisterK. Just because Ivermectin may cure macular degeneration doesn’t necessarily mean that M.D. is cause by a parasite. Iverm. is an amazing drug, with virtually no side effects.
Ivermectin to reverse macular degeneration
By Simon Yu, MD
Going blind by impaired vision is one of the most common fears for losing our independence as we grow older. Vision loss affects 37 million Americans over 50 years old including one in four who are older than 80 years old. Low vision is defined as central vision acuity of 20/70 with the best correction. Legal blindness is defined as central visual acuity of 20/200 or worse with correction. The visual field is also an important criteria of vision loss.
Vision loss in the older adults is associated with increased risk of falling, inability to drive, loss of independence, depression, and an increase in all-cause mortality. The most common causes of vision loss and blindness in older patients are (1) age-related macular degeneration, (2) glaucoma, (3) diabetes mellitus retinopathy, and (4) age related cataracts.
The U.S. Preventive Service Task Force (USPSTF) concludes that current evidence is insufficient to assess the balance of benefits and harms of screening for impaired visual acuity in adults older than 65 years, that is, there are no conclusive benefits of universal eye screening in older adults. That means you are on your own to protect your vision and eye sight. Comprehensive eye examinations every one to two years for all adults are recommended by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. (American Family Physician; August 2016).
Vitamin supplements (lutein, zeaxanthin, and omega-3 fatty acids) may lower the risk of the progression of age-related macular degeneration but do not prevent the development of macular degeneration. Vitamin supplements are a highly controversial topic among nutritionists, alternative medical doctors, and allopathic physicians.
Occasionally, I see patients for a particular complaint like IBS for which I treat the underlying problems with parasite medications. Sometimes, I get unexpected responses like the resolution of: life long asthma, anemia, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, psoriasis, etc. I describe this phenomenon in my book, Accidental Cure.
I’ll share one discovery of an accidental cure for macular degeneration. I saw a 65 year old physician, Doctor J. from North Carolina, for the chief complaint of Parkinson’s disease with a tremor of his right hand for over one year. He also has neuropathy, intermittent atrial fibrillation, and a recent diagnosis of macular degeneration.
He has been practicing integrative medicine over 30 years. In fact, we share a patient. She was suffering from “Delusional Parasitosis” with so many unusual somatic complaints. He referred her to me for a medical evaluation to rule out potential parasite problems. He did not dismiss her like most physicians in North Carolina. After a great difficulty treating her with multiple parasite medications and extensive dental work, finally, she was stabilized. He decided to come see me for an evaluation for himself.
Acupuncture meridian assessment indicated 10 out of 40 meridians were out of balance. His main problems were dental infection on lymphatic system, parasite problems from large intestine meridian, and fungal problems from allergy-immunology points. He was treated for parasites with ivermectin and pyrantel pamoate. On the second visit he was treated for flukes with praziquantel based on disturbance of the gallbladder meridian. On the third visit he was treated for fungal problems manifested in allergy-immunology point with itraconozole. Part of the dental work was also done by an oral surgeon during that time.
He could not see me for follow up for several months due to a family situation but we discussed his status over the phone. He told me there was no improvement on his tremors. He had a great expectation that his tremors would improve after parasite medications and dental work. I was also disappointed. However, by serendipity, he saw his ophthalmologist recently for a follow up and the eye doctor seemed befuddled when he was examining Doctor J.’s eyes. He could not see any sign of macular degeneration.
Doctor J. asked me a question like any curious physician, is it possible to cure macular degeneration with parasite medications? I told him I don’t know. However, many patients often say their eye sight improved after taking parasite medications. River blindness in Africa is treated with the parasite medication ivermectin.
During the course of his diagnosis of macular degeneration and his follow up appointment, the only therapy he took was taking parasite medications as a part of re-balancing his large intestine and gallbladder meridians for his Parkinson’s disease. The Gallbladder/Liver/ Stomach/Bladder meridians regulate eye related function according to acupuncture meridian principles. He still has tremors from Parkinson’s disease but macular degeneration is not there anymore.
Is it possible to cure macular degeneration with parasite medications? At least for this patient, it was possible. Neurological disorders like Parkinson’s disease may take many years to slow down the progression of the disease and stabilize the condition. He had a relatively early stage of macular degeneration. He responded to specific parasite medications at the right dose, right sequence, and right combinations based on meridian assessment. If he was older and in a more advanced stage of macular degeneration, I do not expect he would have responded to the medications because the damage was too far gone beyond repair.
By treating the underlying problems rather than focusing on treating the symptoms, disease, or diagnosis, reversal of the macular degeneration was possible at an early stage in this situation. Let’s call that an accidental cure for macular degeneration. Medical professionals interested in learning how to measure the subtle energy fields with acupuncture meridians to detect parasites and hidden dental problems can check my web site for a special training on these subjects and techniques. This training is designed for MD, DO, and DDS to explore the integration of medicine and dentistry beyond their specialties.
Dr. Simon Yu, M.D. is a Board Certified Internist. He practices Internal Medicine with an emphasis on Alternative Medicine to use the best each has to offer. For more articles and information about alternative medicine as well as patient success stories, and Dr. Yu’s revolutionary health book Accidental Cure: Extraordinary Medicine for Extraordinary Patients, visit his web site at www.PreventionAndHealing.com or call Prevention and Healing, Inc., 314-432-7802. You can also attend a free monthly presentation and discussion by Dr. Yu on Alternative Medicine at his office on the second Tuesday each month at 6:30 pm. Call to verify the date. Seating is limited, arrive early.
Pinging the health ping list - (freepmail to get on/off). First info about Dandelion, as it was recently brought up as a useful herb. Disclaimer - I have never used it, so everything today is theory, unlike much of the info I post. I don’t have a lawn, and thus no dandelions. I wish I did, after reading all the info today, Later I will post info about CBD extract for pain.
Dandelion
Systems affected: Liver, Kidneys, gallbladder, pancreas, and blood
Properties and Conditons:
Hepatic (liver) tonic, diuretic, stomachic, lithotriptic (stone dissolving), astringent, cholagogue (supports production of bile), galactagogue (mother’s milk)
Kidney and liver disorders, rheumatism, gout, abnormal blood sugar, allergies, hypertension, edema, skin diseases, congested lymphatics, gall stones, breast sores, breast cancer, edema, ulcers
Methods of intake:
Dandelion root capsules: 3000 mg a day
Tincture: 1 tsp a day
Root or Leaf Tea: 1 oz of dry herb, brewed, per day
Roasted root: brew like coffee, or mix with coffee. Roasted root is not very medicinal.
Helps clear obstructions of the liver, and stimulates the liver to detoxify poisons, thus it is a blood purifier. Has many assimilable minerals especially in the root. Also clears obstructions of the spleen, pancreas, gallbladder, bladder, and kidneys. Dandelion tea can help stomach aches; 1/2 c. every half hour until relieved.
Hepatitis - regular use of dandelion root tea along with proper diet can help speed cure, and the root tea can regulate or even heal type 2 diabetes (acquired later in life, not born). Dandelion root also is helpful in hypoglecemia - 1 cup of tea 2-3 times a day. It also may be helpful in lowering BP, and in anemia because of the high mineral content. Generally considered a blood tonic and cleanses lymph system.
Young dandelion leaves can be eaten fresh, they contain many minerals and vitamins including goodly amounts of Vit A, Vit C, calcium and potassium.Best to use very young leaves, mince finely, and add to other foods or salad as even when young they are somewhat bitter. The white juice from broken stems can be applied to pimple, warts and old sores Another source says to avoid the white juice/sap; as a child I used to play with dandelions and the white juice never bothered me!
The root is the most potent part for cleansing the liver, as well as kidneys and lymphatic system. It is effective for “heat” conditions like eczema, acne, boils, and jaundice. It is considered to be a preventive for breast cancer and cysts, and helpful for mammary gland infection, suppressed lactation, or any breast inflammation, and fibrocystic breast problems. The tea is taken internally and the leaves can be applied externally as a poultice. Dip the leaves in very hot water momentarily to soften, then apply to the affected area (not so hot they burn).