Guest guest Posted July 24, 2004 Report Share Posted July 24, 2004 I did read that some people who ingest MSM cannot absorb it very well through the gut. Have you tried a skin preparation with MSM? If I remember correctly, MSM and DMSO can be absorbed easily through the skin. Your doctor might know if you would respond better with the topical MSM. Were you using the MSM to get a better form of sulphur into your body? If so, Epsom salts is a good form of both sulphur (and magnesium). Usually you do NOT want to ingest it. Instead it can be absorbed through the skin by soaking the feet in a footbath or by applying topically. I read that you can apply a dab of liquid to a bandaid and wear it like a patch during the day. Darrell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2004 Report Share Posted July 25, 2004 I am positive that I have a problem with sulfur absorption. I also suffer from pressure euticaria (pressure hives), meaning that I can get a wheal just by scratching my skin or applying pressure. Both this and the arthritis in my back point to a sulphur deficiency or malabsorption problem. I have been tested for homeopathic remedies and they always come up with sulphur to help me (I have used homeopathic sulphur in the past and noticed no difference). I have been trying to eat a traditional diet which seems to help. But, the back pain and the skin problem just don't seem to yield. Where would I get a skin preparation of MSM? I am almost scared to use it considering how I reacted to the ingested form. > > > I did read that some people who ingest MSM cannot absorb it very well through the gut. Have you tried a skin preparation with MSM? If I remember correctly, MSM and DMSO can be absorbed easily through the skin. Your doctor might know if you would respond better with the topical MSM. > > Were you using the MSM to get a better form of sulphur into your body? If so, Epsom salts is a good form of both sulphur (and magnesium). Usually you do NOT want to ingest it. Instead it can be absorbed through the skin by soaking the feet in a footbath or by applying topically. I read that you can apply a dab of liquid to a bandaid and wear it like a patch during the day. > > Darrell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2004 Report Share Posted July 25, 2004 replied in post #52480 Re: Allergic to MSM?? I am positive that I have a problem with sulfur absorption. I also suffer from pressure euticaria (pressure hives), meaning that I can get a wheal just by scratching my skin or applying pressure. Both this and the arthritis in my back point to a sulphur deficiency or malabsorption problem. I have been tested for homeopathic remedies and they always come up with sulphur to help me (I have used homeopathic sulphur in the past and noticed no difference). I have been trying to eat a traditional diet which seems to help. But, the back pain and the skin problem just don't seem to yield. Where would I get a skin preparation of MSM? I am almost scared to use it considering how I reacted to the ingested form. , I will go out on a limb here and say MSM cream can be found at the nearest health food/supplement store and maybe even the superstores. You can find Epsom salts (magnesium sulphate) at most grocery stores in case you are interested in its topical use. My opinion is that generally acceptable substances that are problematic in some individuals when ingested may be less so when applied topically. (Your mileage may vary) Your health care practitioner may have some helpful recommendations in view of your sensitivity. Maybe someone that is experienced in MSM's topical use could share their experiences. Darrell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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