DMSO Success Stories 2025: Real People Who Reversed COPD, Stroke Damage, Arthritis & More
What is DMSO? Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) is a colorless, organic solvent derived from wood pulp during paper production. Discovered in the 19th century, it gained medical attention in the 1960s for its ability to rapidly penetrate skin and cell membranes, acting as an anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and tissue-protective agent. While the FDA has approved it only for treating interstitial cystitis (a chronic bladder condition) via bladder instillation, anecdotal and clinical reports suggest broader uses for pain relief, wound healing, and more. It's often applied topically in diluted forms (e.g., 70% solution) but can cause side effects like garlic-like breath, skin irritation, or nausea at higher doses. Always consult a healthcare provider before use, as it's not regulated for most off-label applications. DMSO's history includes early promise for arthritis and injuries, halted by FDA concerns over eye toxicity in animal studies (later not replicated in humans). Despite this, ...