Chlorine Dioxide (ClO2) Therapy.

What it is

Chlorine dioxide (ClO2) is a strong oxidizing chemical used to disinfect drinking water and in industry. Some people with chronic Lyme disease, mold illness or stubborn infections have explored it, often sold as MMS or CDS, because it kills microbes and breaks down biofilms outside the body.

It is not FDA-approved to treat any illness, and the FDA has warned against drinking these products because of serious harm, including severe vomiting, diarrhea and dangerous dehydration. The reasons people look into it are real, and a clinician can help you work on chronic infections, biofilms and mold exposure with safer options.

What happens at a visit

1. A full review of your history, symptoms and past treatments.
2. An honest talk about what's known about chlorine dioxide, including the FDA warnings.
3. Testing to look for what's driving symptoms, such as infections or mold exposure.
4. A plan built on options with better evidence and safety records.
5. Referral to an infectious disease or environmental medicine specialist when needed.
6. Follow-up to adjust the plan as you go.

Who it is for

• People with chronic Lyme disease or tick-borne infections
• People with mold illness, CIRS or mycotoxin exposure
• People with suspected parasites or biofilm-related infections
• People whose infections haven't cleared with standard treatment
• Anyone who has read about MMS or CDS and wants a straight answer

Evidence and safety

Clinical research on chlorine dioxide as a treatment in people is extremely limited, and it is not FDA-approved for any illness. The FDA has warned against drinking it after reports of serious harm, including vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration and electrolyte problems. It should never be swallowed or given to children. Anyone with a chronic infection or mold illness should work with a qualified clinician on safer, better-studied options.

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