Posts by Douglas Fowler

steeleagle152 said:Hi there!
It looks like we're talking about hyperbaric chambers here—I have a few questions regarding that. My mom has been in the hospital for 8 days now because of vomiting and stomach pains. Whatever she eats, she just throws up. The doctors at the hospital suspect severe gastritis. Today, they told us she’s going in for a hyperbaric chamber session tomorrow. I'm wondering what they hope to achieve with this? And what exactly is the purpose of the chamber? Just to note, she's already had a gastroscopy, an abdominal ultrasound, and lung scans...
If anyone with expertise has an idea or an answer, I would be so grateful!

The chamber increases oxygen saturation in the body. Pathogens are anaerobic, and they can't handle it—kind of like how you'd die if you were placed in an atmosphere without oxygen—so they die off. Because almost all illnesses are caused by pathogens, the patient feels better.

The issue with the chamber is that you can't just use it anywhere; you need experienced specialists, it takes time, it's expensive, and it isn't always as efficient as other methods...

In short, she should feel better after the chamber session, so don't worry too much...

Jonathan Hall4 said:What if I actually have ulcerative colitis? Is there any actual proof this chamber works for treating UC?
I included a link to an American Crohn's association—it goes straight to the section discussing that specific chamber...

Well, I used to deal with Crohn's myself—finally got it under control now.

Basically, any method that boosts oxygen levels tends to work... since it kills off pathogens, which are anaerobic and just can't handle the extra oxygen.

My main issue with the chamber is that you can't really do the therapy at home—unless you're incredibly wealthy—and there are other methods that are much cheaper, often more effective at killing pathogens, and things anyone can manage from their own house.

I'll send the details via PM, since I'm not supposed to share specifics about other methods here...

Richard Parker10 said:Good grief, if this doesn't let up by Monday, I’m heading straight to the doctor—it’s driving me absolutely insane. It feels like someone is literally stabbing me with something quite intense 😢
Thanks for the info, everyone. I'm logging off now because I can't even sit down comfortably without pain

Most likely just a muscle strain—even simple, gentle movements can trigger one. I remember once when I stretched too far and it just tore...

I know a few things that really help me—though officially they’re considered alternative treatments and you won't find them at a local pharmacy... even if things like Bioptron are covered by Medicare, so you can always plead your case to your doctor...

Laura Bailey said:Every illness is a struggle—but with the right meds and just enough care to make sure there are still some good days left...
I'm really glad to hear you aren't dealing with those issues anymore, and I truly hope it stays that way...

I know more now, which helps me figure out how to handle things. It's such a shame when an illness hits like this—it really does take everything from you, including your quality of life...

Laura Bailey said:My dad's kidneys finally gave out after 18 years—so he had to stop using Sandimmune, though he definitely would have kept going if he could... we just don't have a choice. That medication is a lifeline, regardless of the side effects it brings...

That’s exactly what I was getting at. Once an operation happens and the transplant is already done, a person really doesn't have a say—you just have to do what needs to be done.

But the real question is why the kidneys failed in the first place. For instance, my own kidneys were so damaged that I could barely flush any fluid out of my system—it was from pill toxicity, mostly painkillers, which I took for years. I was constantly bloated with water; my arms and legs—though otherwise thin, since I was only about 128 lbs at 5'10"—were swollen and heavy because of all that fluid.

And honestly, there are some helpful things out there that can help restore kidney function... I don't have any issues with my kidneys now, I'm no longer suffering from edema—that's what they call that condition—and generally, everything is fine.

It might be too late for you and your father, but I struggled with this for 11 years myself...

Robin Robinson8 said:I don't get this whole dying thing??? 😕
I've been on an immunosuppressant—specifically Sandimmune—for over a year now, and I'm handling it great. It's actually the first drug on a long list that finally helped me.
Every medication has side effects, and everyone reacts differently—I honestly don't see how this could kill someone. Aren't drugs supposed to actually treat people? 🤷
Of course you need constant check-ups!

Regarding the mortality aspect—if you watch Dr. House, they touch on this a bit—like how one character left House because he killed someone after miscalculating a way to suppress their immunity. The point is, our immune system is what defends us against pathogens that are everywhere. If you dampen the immune system, or shut it down entirely, you're left defenseless. Even a minor cold can become lethal. It doesn't have to be that way, but sometimes you try to manage it with a bunch of meds.

Now, it depends on the specific issue, which I don't know... If we're talking about an organ transplant, then you have to take them, because rejection could be fatal. When you're already facing a life-threatening situation, you opt for the path that offers at least some certainty—though even that isn't guaranteed. Besides, transplants are surgical procedures. But immunosuppressants are used for many other things too.

As for the drugs themselves, they aren't always "cures"—they often just manage symptoms. Immunosuppressants basically mask the body's reaction to a foreign entity. That entity might be a transplanted organ, or it might just be a pathogen. If the body can't fight back (because with immunosuppressants, it can't offer even a shred of resistance), that pathogen just spreads and does its damage—which, again, depends on the pathogen, and some are deadly.

And if you truly believe the pharmaceutical industry isn't a business—meaning their primary goal isn't profit, but rather doing everything to make people better, all while working on a purely volunteer basis for the common good... I really don't know what to tell you. You're living in a fairy tale, which is a lovely thought, but it's not reality.

Big Pharma is a pretty nasty beast. Their goal is to turn a profit and lock in as many customers as possible through various means. They don't care about the individual once they've extracted enough money. Once the funds run out, they just let the exhausted remains fade away.

Jessica Long44 said:Hey everyone—I really need some help here... does anyone actually know what immunosuppressants are? Please, if someone could explain it to me...
thanks in advance🙂

Basically, they're substances that totally wreck your defenses—to the point where you could literally die just from a sneeze...😢

Matthew Fox4 said:Douglas Fowler, hey, would you mind sharing which chiropractor you go to see for those spinal adjustments? I was going to shoot you a private message about it, but I figured a few other people here might be wondering the same thing. Thanks!

Well, I feel a bit awkward sharing his name since I'm not sure if I should be promoting him. He practices out in Sioux Falls and he’s truly selfless—you can tell he actually cares about people rather than just the paycheck. If anyone really needs his specific details, I’ll send them over in a private message.

Honestly, anyone in Sioux Falls who looks into alternative therapies probably already knows who I'm talking about... everyone I've mentioned him to seems to be in the loop without much explanation. So, if you're local, you likely know. But like I said, I'll keep the specifics to a private chat—I don't want to run an advertisement for someone without their permission. It's not that I'm avoiding the topic entirely, it's just... it's not about me.

Though, I have realized lately that you can actually work on spinal alignment yourself. To put it simply, I used certain yoga poses as a guide and modified them a bit—basically, you're just guiding the spine toward where it needs to be to stay straight... and it seems to work. It isn't an overnight fix, though—it takes some practice...

Anthony Flores24 said:Thanks for the pep talk—I’m right there with you on that one! I know this guy has seen it all and knows his stuff inside and out, but hey, miracles happen when you least expect them. You just have to stay gritty and keep fighting the good fight.
I haven't lost hope that I'll be walking around normally again someday, and honestly, I'm pulling for you to get back on your feet too!

For instance, I honestly thought my spine was beyond fixing. I actually had a hunch—not like a literal hump, but enough to notice.

Then, I finally got some help—and it wasn't just about physical adjustments. It was more about getting the mindset that my spine *could* actually be straightened out.

It isn't perfectly straight yet—when I slouch (bad posture was the root cause of the misalignment, but it got to the point where I couldn't even stand up straight), it’s pretty obvious. But now, I can actually pull myself upright, and even if it's not perfect, the difference is huge.

Most importantly, I know now that progress is still possible. I'm working on it. I'm slowly figuring out the right exercises and how to realign everything... it’s not an overnight thing. It’s a process—months and years go by—but the progress is there, and people can see it. Knowing you can actually *do* something is what matters most. If you believe—and I really do—that nothing can be done, then you won't do anything at all...

Anthony Flores24 said:It hasn't done much for me so far. This past summer, I actually went to see Bolkovac—I’m pretty sure he’s the most famous chiropractor in the US. When he gets his hands on you,
you’ll be screaming your head off, but honestly, the guy doesn't even blink; he's used to it by now. He usually sorts everything out on the first visit, though in tougher cases, he might call you back a couple more times. That was my situation. If he can't fix it within three sessions, he won't take you back because, in his mind, there's no
prospect of success. The only thing he did tell me was that my situation isn't quite at the "surgery" stage yet, and he couldn't really offer any other advice beyond what I asked
about things like hot springs, acupuncture, or yoga. He was dead set on saying none of it would help. I wasn't entirely convinced, so I went ahead and tried acupuncture anyway, and
I've been doing some light yoga every day and using my Vitafon, too. But, it looks like the veteran Bolkovac was right after all!

Well, I wouldn't say that. It's definitely possible he can't help, but that doesn't mean there isn't a solution out there. You really need to get opinions from a few different people—it's like going to one store and they don't have what you need, so you just try another one. 🙂

So, don't lose hope and just check out a few places. Besides, trying to fix a spine all at once feels a bit rushed to me. Something can certainly be improved, but I'd personally keep looking...

I used to think my spine was beyond fixing, too. It’s still not exactly where it should be, but I am seeing progress. From what I've learned, it's a long process... I'm always a little skeptical of those types who claim they can fix everything in one go.

Anthony Flores24 said:Douglas Fowler, thanks for getting back to me! So, I actually picked up one of those Vitafon devices this year—it’s based on vibration therapy, which supposedly works because
micro-vibrations are present in every living organism, at least according to the theory. I’m feeling a tiny bit better already, though I'm guessing it'll take a lot more time before I see any real, tangible results.
Since we don't exactly have a magic bullet for effective therapy readily available, I find myself turning to things like natural sound frequencies and light. Maybe they can help, but it makes you wonder: are these things actually leading us toward
full recovery, or are they just making the daily grind a little easier to handle?

I know what the Vitafon is—a Russian product—and I actually went back and forth on whether I should buy one myself. In the end, I decided against it...

It really depends on what the issue is. My own lower back pain comes from a severely curved spine—which I’ve been trying to straighten out slowly (I didn't even realize you could fix a spine without surgery, which is something I'd rather avoid)—and because of that, I can say that while the pain hasn't vanished, the intensity is lower, it doesn't last as long, and generally, I feel better.

I’d suggest seeing a chiropractor, doing some spinal alignment exercises, and working on strengthening those lower back muscles...

Poor circulation is the root cause behind almost all lower back pain. For instance, after I work out, my back doesn't hurt—blood flows to the muscles, circulation improves, and so on.

Of course, I’d need to know more about the specific situation to be sure.

The Vitafon is supposed to work by boosting circulation, but I honestly don't know how effective it really is...

Anthony Flores24 said:Douglas Fowler, could you give me the lowdown on this Bioptron thing you mentioned? Does it actually do anything for joint pain?

Bioptron is a product from Zepter. It’s essentially "healing light." Unlike lasers, where all the light beams are synchronized and in phase, the Bioptron uses light across the entire spectrum and in all phases... You could say the device simulates sunlight, just without those harmful UV rays removed.

It works much like sunlight does—and personally, I've felt real relief from my own pains and seen faster tissue recovery. They even claim it speeds up healing for surgical incisions and all sorts of other issues, though I haven't dealt with those myself.

In short, whenever I have physical pain—like right now, besides my lower back, my shoulder is acting up too—I use it, and I notice the recovery is faster and the pain is less intense.

Now, since it's a Zepter product, it’s quite expensive, even if it works. From what I understand, Medicare recognizes it as an approved therapy, so I think I saw it being used in some clinics or outpatient centers on TV...

Check the Zepter website for the specifics and pricing. And yeah, it definitely is overpriced.

Alexander Hall43 said:But honestly—I don't mean wearing it around 24/7... 😁
I've been using this for about 15 minutes every day—just curious if I should build in a break, maybe after 20 or 30 days of use...

And what do I really know about what it means to you... 🙂 To me, "constantly" really does mean constantly... 🙂

Honestly, I'm not sure—I didn't see anything in my instructions about taking breaks, like a week off or anything similar... Besides, since my device can also be used for muscle training—though those are higher intensities and lower frequencies (it really should specify that TENS uses higher frequencies in the manual)—you’d definitely need to take rest days when doing muscle work, just like you would with actual weightlifting...

Look, if it’s hurting you, but using it actually brings some relief—then just go for it. Pain itself is what does the damage... You might also want to try seeing a chiropractor; they can really help quite a bit, assuming you're open to that kind of thing. I've had pretty good experiences myself—even though my spine is still pretty crooked—but it seems to be straightening out slowly...

Alexander Hall43 said:It's TENS—so I can basically use it all the time...

Like I mentioned before, theoretically you could use it constantly—but in reality, it’s hard to keep it going because the resistance between the electrodes shifts whenever you move. It ends up being too intense one second and then way too weak the next...

But if you're just sitting still, then yeah—you set the intensity and there aren't really any major time limits (though most devices run on programs that last about an hour or so)

Alexander Hall43 said:I’ve been dealing with some pretty nagging issues in my lower back—specifically around the L4 L5 area—for quite a while now.
I finally picked up an electrostimulator, so I was wondering if anyone here has used one before? I'm trying to figure out the best routine—like, how many days in a row should I be using it, and how long of a break should I take afterward? Usually, when I see my physical therapist, they suggest a regimen of two weeks on and then taking the weekends off—so skipping Saturday and Sunday.
I have a decent idea of where the electrodes are supposed to go, but I'm a little nervous—could I actually make things worse if I don't place them perfectly?
If anyone has gone through this or has some experience to share, I’d really appreciate the insight. Thanks so much!

Hmm, I'm not entirely sure—are you talking about TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) or some other little device?

If it's TENS, you can use it as much as you want, though it has its quirks. For instance, if you try using it while moving around, the voltage between the pads keeps shifting—so sometimes it’s too painful, other times it's just not enough, and so on. Basically, as long as you're staying still in a fixed position, it works...

I deal with major spinal issues myself—my back is quite curved (it's much better than it used to be, but still there, and maybe the pain comes from trying to straighten it)—so I've tried TENS too. It didn't really do much for me. I mean, it felt better while I was actually using it, but once I stopped, there wasn't any lasting benefit. Of course, it might work differently for you.

One thing I've noticed, though, is that it doesn't hurt while I'm exercising, and the relief lasts after the workout. Plus, walking hurts less—it's mostly when I'm lying down that it hits me. Also, Bioptron (which is outrageously expensive since it's a Zepter product, but effective for various pains and proven—at least for me—to help tissue recovery) can actually help reduce the discomfort.

Beyond that, certain postures really help my lower back pain. You should give them a try, though it’s a bit awkward around people... because sometimes I have to get into these truly strange poses—they look pretty ridiculous to others—just to ease the pain...

Jamie Barnes60 said:This feels 😱

Is that actually true?

Yeah, it’s true—and it's happening right now in the world around us. 🙂

A friend of mine is a pediatrician, and she was mentioning the kinds of cases she sees in her unit... not that the kids are at fault, obviously, but worm infections seem almost commonplace these days...

And speaking of worms, if you have any medical background, you know they can emerge from pretty much anywhere—they move through the digestive tract, but they can also come out through the mouth or nose. So, a baby with a heavy infection could actually pass quite a lot of them...

And just so nobody thinks this is some far-off issue, America isn't exactly an isolated bubble...

It’s more or less a reality... I'm not saying it's "normal" to have parasites, but it is common enough that cases exist. And it can be treated... just like most other things—almost everything is treatable...

Amanda Reed10 said:I mean—I know we all live with all sorts of tiny bugs we can't even see—but I’m talking about the big ones, like worms or larvae... and those kinds of things living inside us are the cause of so many illnesses??? 😲

We're all carrying pathogens—some more than others, I suppose 🙂—and if we're being technical, pathogens are parasites by definition. But you're really asking if we're full of multicellular parasites.

Generally speaking, no. Though, I have heard firsthand accounts from pediatric wards where babies have such severe worm infestations that their cribs are crawling with them... it sounds like a horror movie, but it's just reality in certain clinics...

Still, I think it's more important to realize that single-celled pathogens are actually a much bigger threat than multicellular parasites. They're the root cause of almost every illness—regardless of what doctors might want to sell you—and they aren't something to mess around with. You really need to clear those out... unless, of course, you'd rather just let them stay... you know, just relax and enjoy the ride...

Drew Bennett68 said:I’m guessing that guy wasn't exactly being careful with a razor—so I'm wondering about the actual risk of infection. Also, how should I go about testing, and when? I've been reading that the incubation period can be anywhere from 50 to 180 days... What else can I do, even though I don't think I actually caught anything.

Well, you could handle it with sodium chlorite, hydrogen peroxide, ozone...

But yeah:

www.miraclemineral.org

Or you could just wait and see, then maybe try interferon if things really go south...

stormyheron4 said:I have a close friend who is HIV positive—she’s tried or at least heard about almost every treatment out there, but she hasn't mentioned this one to me yet. She's getting to a critical point with her health, so anything that might help is welcome... I think I'll tell her about this. The article from that link mentions improvements showing up within just a few days, so we should see how it affects her condition pretty soon once she starts using it.

If you could let me know where you bought it, what the price is, and how to use it—you can even just send me a PM

Look, the thing definitely works—for instance, a municipal water utility like American Water uses chlorine dioxide to purify their supply. Sodium chlorite is essentially the generator for that chlorine dioxide. It absolutely destroys pathogens. According to the author on that website, it's the strongest option available. Based on some info from a friend of mine—who actually designs and builds water purification systems—ozone is technically the most powerful, with chlorine dioxide coming in a close second. But honestly, it doesn't really matter which one is "the best"... all that matters is that it's strong enough.

And yeah, I made sure to consult with that friend first, since he knows way more about chlorine dioxide and pathogen neutralization than I ever could—he has that firsthand expertise. 🙂 You know, when you stumble onto something online, you shouldn't just take it at face value (at least I don't)... you have to verify it. So, I did my homework before committing, and now I can say I'm genuinely impressed.

As for getting a hold of it, I got mine through my friend, so it didn't cost me anything. If you know someone working with chemicals generally, or perhaps in water treatment systems, they might be able to source it for you. It isn't exactly sitting on a retail shelf, though my friend mentioned some companies would love to sell it to anyone with the cash.

Of course, you can order it from the USA, but if that doesn't work out, just shoot me a PM and I'll give you the details on who supplies it in Washington, D.C. I'm not selling this—I just want to let people know that something exists that actually helps... and it really does. I won't even get into how fast it works.

Personally, I'm interested to see how things progress. I can vouch that it helps with Crohn's, since I dealt with that myself... as for other conditions, it's always good to hear from someone with direct experience.

Jerry King7 said:well, I wasn't suggesting they'd run a targeted pregnancy test—more like, if she's getting blood drawn, would they just stumble upon it? since she was hospitalized for a while because of this... I'm just wondering if tests done for poisoning could accidentally pick up a pregnancy.

Basically, if you want to find something out today, you have to test specifically for it. Targeted. In other words, if they're just pulling blood for a CBC—a complete blood count—it doesn't actually cover everything, even if the name sounds like it does.

It’s the same thing when an unknown cause of death is being investigated—they test for common toxins. But to actually find out if something was in the blood, there has to be a reason to suspect it first.

All these tests are designed to use certain reagents—depending on the situation—that react to a specific substance.

If you aren't testing for pregnancy, you won't know if it's there or not. Now, whether they ran a non-standard pregnancy test on her just "in passing"—without any reason to—I honestly don't know...