The Forgotten Remedy

Case Samples and General Dosage and Therapy Recommendations

By Dr Catherine W Dunne MSc. D., RGN, Reiki Master (RGMT), M.H.I.T: Master Acupressure, Practitioner of Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Deep Tissue/Myo-fascia Massages, Infrared Treatments, Vibrational Sound and Colour Therapist, Tissue Salt Advisor, Pendulum Healing Dowser, Chakra Practitioner , Tao Cosmic Healing Practitioner, Practitioner of Plant and Herb Medicine.

For a brief overview of the type and duration of colloidal silver application, see the next explanations. Please note that these are exclusively valued experiences from my and other CAM practitioners and from clients.

A commonly asked question is about the correct strength of colloidal silver is to be used. Well, the answer can only be that there is no general valid answer. As with all remedies, the helpful dosage and duration of treatment depends decisively on the individual type and the severity of the disease. Below I am going to share some case studies of conditions, severity, dosage, and duration of treatment. I am sure you will find them to be useful guides.

It is also important to point out, when working with natural remedies of any kind, these are not meant as “quick fixes.” A certain level of patience is required both by the therapist and the client.

*** DISCLAIMER: ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL FIRST IF CONCERNS ARISE. THE CASESTUDIES STATED BELOW IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY AND ARE NOT MEANT TO SUBSTITUTE YOUR MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS SCHOOL MEDICINE TREATMENT/RECOMMENDATIONS. ***

Colloidal Silver in the many instances, really can cure a disease or at least slow down the deterioration, and in doing so, speed up its healing. Most impressive is, how antibiotic-resistant conditions still show successful treatment results, using colloidal silver.

The following values apply to an adult with a body weight of 60-80kg. In the case of children, the amount is adjusted as a percentage of their body weight. For the dosage in children, but also in adults, you can use the rule of thumb 2ml per kg body weight.

Please always taken colloidal silver on an empty stomach and in sips. Avoid food or drinks for 20-30 minutes afterwards. Taking it on an empty stomach is of great importance, and by doing so, you will avoid unwanted side-effects. Plus, this will ensure colloidal silver is fully absorb in the upper parts of your small intestine and not arrive in your large intestine and killing off your healthy gut bacteria.Please note: avoid drinking sparkling water 10 minutes before and after colloidal silver. Sparkling water has added mineral salts, which combined with colloidal silver can have severe consequences!

Examples of Dosage and Duration

Basic Therapy:

The recommendations for bacterial or viral infections: Colloidal Silver 25ppm, 100-150ml, three times daily, for three days. Then, continue mornings and evenings until the symptoms have eased.

Topical Therapy:

The recommendations for slow healing, or infected wounds with puss: soak a sterile gauze into colloidal silver 50ppm, apply to wound and bandage up. Depending on the wound, repeat this up to three times daily, using fresh gauze. Safe to keep on overnight. Also effective for wart treatments.

Eye/Ear Drops Therapy:

The recommendations are to use colloidal silver 25ppm in a bottle with dropper, and two to three times daily apply a few drops.

Preventative (i.e. flu seasons) Therapy:

The recommendations are to drink either every morning or every evening 100ml of colloidal silver 25ppm. Sip it, and on an empty stomach. For quicker absorption, hold in mouth for a few minutes, swishing it around your tongue, this allows the mucous membranes to absorb the silver water. Then swallow.

After a week or two, you should notice improvements, even with stubborn infections. If this is not the case, please consult your medical professional.

Always seek your Family Doctor when notifiable illnesses (i.e. measles, chickenpox are suspected. You are a responsible adult; the decision to treat with antibiotics or colloidal silver lies in your hands.

So, let us look at some cases. I will list some common human conditions and some animal conditions.

Human

Conjunctivitis: Conjunctivitis is one of the most common infections of the eye, caused by bacteria or virus. But also, chemicals or foreign bodies can irritate and inflame the eye. Working in front of a monitor for 8+ hours a day, central heating and Air Cons will tire the eye and dry the eye. Allergies are another common factor. Symptoms of acute conjunctivitis are: red eye white, itchy, and gritty eyes, sometimes very sticky in the mornings. Photophobia (shy of light), swelling and twitching of the eyelids.

at 2-hourly intervals one drop of colloidal silver and one drop of homeopathic eye drops Eyebright Euphrasia drops. Plus, in the mornings drink 100ml colloidal silver 25ppm.
because I must spend many hours in front of the computer, I frequently suffer with dry, itchy eyes. I instil two drops of colloidal silver at the first sign of symptoms: usually dryness. That’s it. Gone.

Bronchial Asthma: Bronchial Asthma plays a huge roll in Industrial states, with 10% children and 5% adults being affected. We distinguish between Typical (allergic) Asthma and A-Typical (unknown source) Asthma. Most common allergens that trigger an asthma attack include: pollen, house dust, house mites, animal hairs, birds, smoke (chimney and/or cigarette), deodorant and hairsprays, chemicals including bleach, food… but also hormonal and weather changes, bacterial and viral infections.

Adults: asthma triggered by allergens, i.e. pollen – hay fever, for a brief period of time, take 100ml colloidal silver 25ppm, twice daily.

Influenza: Influenza, not the common cold you call flu. Propper influenza will have you “nailed” to the bed, unable to lift your head off the pillow and fever. Influenza is usually seasonal. Can be epidemic and affect the whole Populus. Very contagious viral infection. Influenza will last for up to three weeks and if remains unresolved can lead to pneumonia. Most common influenza symptoms are: general muscular and joint aches and pains, sinus congestion, runny nose, headaches, aching eyes, chest pain, lacking energy, feeling deflated, excess tiredness, cough (dry or productive) and lack of appetite. Depending on your immune system status and on whether you have underlying other diseases, influenza can affect you harder than others.

for three days, three times a day, 100-150ml colloidal silver 25ppm, thereafter, twice daily till symptoms are improved. Colloidal silver in this case will prevent secondary infections like pneumonia.

Eczema: Eczema is a well-known and common skin condition: Acute phase: dry patches of skin, very itchy, can be red and inflamed. The skin can tear, swell, have erosions and be wet. In the more chronic phase, it can have similar appearance to psoriasis, skin will have cuts and tears and often get crusty, given the skin a very rough appearance. Eczema and Asthma are close cousins and so have similar triggers.

Colloidal silver 50ppm, soak gauze and topically apply to affected areas several times a day till symptoms is easing. Plus
Colloidal silver 25ppm, drink 100ml, twice daily … plus …
Cleanse your gut system of parasites.

Fibromyalgia: Still today, there is very little research on fibromyalgia, what is the trigger and how to treat it, but those of us affected by it will tell you all about their pain. Pain that predominantly is found around certain pressure points on muscles, connective tissue, and bones. And if this wasn’t enough, there are other chronic symptoms to “put up” with, such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Insomnia, Depression, stiff joints in the mornings, Brain fog and concentration lapses, numbness in the extremities, dizziness, disorientation, and the list goes on. With all of these symptoms going on simultaneously, the diagnosis is a difficult one to call.

Most affected by this disease are the age groups 20-55 years old, and 90% of these are women, usually starts in their early 30s – so pre-peri-menopausal.

Colloidal silver 25ppm, drink 100ml morning and evening for three days, then twice daily 100ml until symptoms improve.
Also recommended is SAM-e (S-Adenosylmethionine).
Supplementing with Pineapple and Papaya enzymes is also recommended; take on an empty stomach and drink plenty water with it.

Information found on Fibromyalgia Germany http://www.fibromyalgie-fms.de

In Ireland we have a support group Fibro Ireland with a huge library of information. https://fibroireland.com/

There are many more examples I could list, but I may mention in a future blog.

Animal

We cannot expect an animal to tell us what is wrong with them, nor can we expect them to gargle or willingly take colloidal silver from us, however, creative we must get.

Colloidal silver, as part of generalised preventative therapy, may be added to their food or water. Still, undiluted is still the best way to administer colloidal silver.

Animals too, may have skin conditions, and colloidal silver can be administered topically.

To give orally, best use a syringe (without the needle attached) and topically, soak a gauze in colloidal silver and dab, swab, wrap the area with it.

The rule of thumb: 2 ml colloidal silver 25ppm/kg body weight.

*** Disclaimer: Please consult with Vet if unsure or symptoms worsen. ***

Let me share some common problems.

Ear infection: Infection of the ear can have many origins. Please first consult with your Vet, to establish the cause of infection. Please never use cotton buds to clean the animal’s ear(s); this can cause more harm than good! Always use a clean cloth to wipe the ear.

Apply a few drops of colloidal silver 25ppm into affected ear for three times daily. In addition, give 2ml/kg colloidal silver orally until symptoms improve.

Tick bites: Like humans, animals too, can fall prey of Lyme (Borreliosis) disease. Birds too, not just your pet cat and/dog, if they spend a lot of time outdoors.

Bite wound: disinfect the site with colloidal silver 25ppm and as a preventative measure administer orally with syringe (without needle) 2ml/kg body weight, colloidal silver 25ppm once daily for three days.

Summer Eczema: Caused by Black fly bites, found all around Europe also.

Black flies (buffalo gnats) are small dark flies that come out during early summer and late spring. These flies belong to the Simuliidae family and are called buffalo gnats because they have a humpback appearance.

They suck blood as a necessary part of their reproduction process. The female black fly has to suck blood from an animal and human prey to complete the reproduction cycle.

Typically, black flies bite domestic animals and mammals, including humans. Buffalo gnat bites can cause itchiness and pain for many days.

What Harm Can Buffalo Gnats Cause?

Black flies bite humans and animals, causing nuisance, pain, discomfort, or even livestock death. They often bite people around their necks and heads.

If a massive swarm of black flies attack birds, they can kill them too. They can also enter the livestock’s ears and noses, clogging their respiratory tracts. Incidents of this happening in chickens have been reported, and the animals died of suffocation.

When black flies bite, they also release saliva, which causes toxic shock syndrome, killing the animal. Some black fly species also carry serious diseases, such as leucocytozoonosis, a condition found in chickens, ducks, geese, and turkeys.

There are six species of black flies in North America that feed on humans. Some other species may be attracted to humans, too. Although they do not bite, they can enter the eyes, nose, mouth, and ears, causing a nuisance to people playing or working outside.

A number of species of black flies are found around all of Europe, including Germany, Austria, France, UK and maybe Ireland.

The summer eczema predominantly is a genetic disposition but triggered by the bite of the black fly. Affected animals will tend to constantly rub against a surface to ease the itch.

Irrigate the affected skin area with colloidal silver 25ppm several times daily.
In addition, for three days, morning and evening 2ml/kg body weight of colloidal silver 25ppm, then 1ml once daily until symptoms have improved.

Wounds: Animals may receive many various types of wounds, ranging from scratch wounds, bite wounds, abrasions, horned animals hurting each other, like cows during a ranking fight, however a wound was caused, colloidal silver of most beneficial.

Cleanse wound with colloidal silver 25ppm several times daily or twice daily if using gauzes soaked in colloidal silver -as part of a dressing.
With large wounds, give orally 25ppm/kg, 2ml morning and evening for a total of three days.

Case story: a red setter had been mauled by a rottweiler and required 80 stiches. Despite oral antibiotics, the red setter developed gangrene, and the vet lost all hope. The dog’s owner at this point started treating his dog with colloidal silver, both the wound as well as orally. The red setter recovered well after a few days of treatment.

There are many more examples I could list, but I may mention in a future blog.

Plants

Growing plants, on has many factors to consider like soil, light, fertilising, frequency of re-potting and environment. But for some reasons, some plants unexpectedly die or become diseased. Like mammals, the plant world is also subjected to bacterial and viral and fungal infections.

Colloidal silver can be used to spray onto leaves and stems but not the flower/blossom itself and be added to the watering can.

The rule of thumb: Standard for spraying is colloidal silver 50ppm undiluted. You may also add same concentration, 200ml into 10L water for watering.
Spraying of foliage should occur at dawn before full exposure to sunlight. Best at Dawn and or Dusk.
Another benefit of using colloidal silver is that the fruit/vegetable can be consumed immediately after having been sprayed with colloidal silver. Again, this is based on possible viral/fungal/bacterial infections. You will still need to wash them if shop bought, as they are always sprayed with pesticides and other chemicals.

House and potted summer outdoor plants: Subjected to various bacterial infections, it is recommended to treat your plants with colloidal silver, to help booster their immune system (help fight/ward off bacterial/viral and fungal infections).

Plant parts diseased should be removed carefully so not to infect the whole plant.
Spray the whole plant with colloidal silver 50ppm once weekly and in addition, add colloidal silver 50ppm 200ml/10L water to their watering water.

Mildew – Real and False Mildew: Real Mildew can affect indoor and outdoor potted plants, fruit trees and vegetables. This type of fungi attacks plants no matter the weather condition – too dry or too damp/wet. Real Mildew (Oidium) is a real threat for Vineyards. Once affected, the whole crop can be lost.

Both Real Mildew and False Mildew leave a white flour-like coating on the underside of the leaves. The difference between both: Real Mildew can be wiped off the affected plant. False Mildew is greyer and cannot be wiped off.
Example: Hydrangea affected by Real Mildew will present with white coloured under leaf sides, whilst their surface side yellow spots will be visible, that later turn red.
Example: False Mildew: indoor plants, wine stock, vegetables, salads, cucumbers, onions, cereal (wheat/barley/corn) and roses are most common plants to be attacked. Symptoms present as a none removable white/grey coasting on the underside of leaf, surface side present with white-yellow spots and new leaves curl up.
Remove all affected plant material, Spray with colloidal silver 50ppm once weekly. And to boost their resilience, water with colloidal silver 50ppm: add 200ml to 10L water. Water close to the soil without pouring over plant material. Do this monthly. Avoid fertilising.

Rose Rust: Cold damp weather conditions aid towards the spreading of Rose Rust. This fungus causes bright yellow spots on the leaf upper surface side and a little later on the leaf underside and stem, little orange pustules are noticeable. In addition, from about mid-July dark spores can be seen. The leaves turn brown and fall off.

In the autumn remove all fallen leaves (do not add to your compost). Protect your roses from being too wet.
Water the pant close to the soil, do not water over the rose.
Plant parts diseased should be removed carefully so not to infect the whole plant. Spray the whole plant with colloidal silver 50ppm once weekly and in addition, add colloidal silver 50ppm 200ml/10L water to their watering water.

While examples I could give are too many for this blog, I hope this was informative for you. Colloidal Silver, we must not forget, has been around long before penicillin was invented. Colloidal Silver was used as a surface disinfectant, skin disinfectant, wound healer, treatment for bad breath and body odour. It then drifted away from our conscious minds until maybe just around the turn of the Millennium. It was rediscovered and added in form of dressings. Hydro-colloid dressings with Ag. In recent years, even before covid, Colloidal Silver was re-living a come-back, and not for dressings. On mainland Europe, it has been used for a variety of this. During the Covid Lockdowns, when disinfectants became hard to get your hands on, those of us, who were manufacturing their colloidal silver, started to disinfect their workstations, and started to take it orally as a preventative and to cure oneself. Continental Europe is miles ahead of Ireland for Natural Medicines.

Antibiotic Resistance is rising. Mainly because of over prescribing when not required like for a viral infection. In the late 1990s, the pharmaceutical industry aggressively encouraged doctors to prescribe their promotion antibiotic. This trend continued until perhaps 2010. Antibiotics are meant for bacterial infections and not effective towards viral or fungal infections, but still, antibiotics were being prescribed. Now we have a generation of antibiotic resistance emerging.

Not good.

The industry is constantly working towards finding the next new antibiotic combo to best the resistance. Meanwhile, Nature is patiently waiting on you to discover her.

Thank you for having taken the time reading this Blog. I am really grateful that you are patient with me, as I try to find topics to write about.

Thank you.

Another more science based blog on colloidal silver is found here:

https://holistichealthcarewx.health.blog/2024/10/27/what-is-colloidal-silver/

Warm Wishes,

Catherine 1st November 2024 Ireland