The Medical Advisor

Since its approval for human dermatological use, ivermectin has transformed how we manage specific inflammatory and parasitic skin conditions—most notably rosacea and scabies. If you are struggling with persistent facial redness, bumps, or intense itching, understanding how ivermectin works can help you determine if it is the right addition to your skincare regimen. What is Ivermectin and How Does It Work for Skin? Ivermectin is a powerful anti-parasitic and anti-inflammatory medication available in both topical (cream) and oral (pill) forms. In dermatology, it works via a dual-action mechanism: it eliminates microscopic skin parasites while simultaneously calming the pathways that cause swelling, redness, and acne-like lesions. Topical vs. Oral Ivermectin: A Quick Reference Depending on your diagnosis, a dermatologist will prescribe either a localized cream or a systemic oral dose. Here is how they compare: Form Common Brand Names Primary Skin Co...

Key Points DMSO is a remarkably safe chemical that protects cells from otherwise fatal stressors (e.g., freezing, burning, shockwaves, ischemia) Since the heart, brain, and spinal cord are particularly vulnerable to injury, DMSO can produce miraculous results when those injuries happen Despite decades of research, many serious shortcomings exist with how we treat strokes (including brain bleeds), heart attacks, and spinal cord injuries As I will show here, had the FDA not sabotaged DMSO’s adoption, in addition to countless lives being saved, millions could have been protected from a lifetime of disability or paralysis Generated using DALL·E—OpenAI’s legacy image model Introduction If I were stranded on a desert island or knew the world was ending and I could only bring a few therapies with me, one of them, without a doubt, would be DMSO. This is because:  It effectively add...