( June 12 )
Malassezia Yeast: (Before – Now) - How (2)
(PART 2: HOW )
Scalp and Hair:
Photo 1 Shows how Clear and Healthy the Scalp looks
Photo 1 Shows how Clear and Healthy the Scalp looks
Photo 2 Shows Richly Recovering Hair
(On the ‘Before’ stage, when thin and falling, the scalp could be seen through the hair
as in the photo above without separating the hair as done above deliberately)
* I Brushing Scalp with Nail Brush twice Daily
* Wash Daily with Zinc Pyrithione Shampoo
lather and let stand while soaking and washing body
* Selenium Sulphite or
* Permethrin cream Shampoo with Butoxide
(Occasionally and only when needed if increased activity detected together with Zink P)
Ears
My pretty little Ears are now Clean - Redness and Lesions Free
* I extend the daily shampoo lather to cover the outer area of the Ears
and briefly All over the Face before rinsing
* I clean the inside area with ordinary cotton tips dipped in warm water
both in the morning upon rising and at night before retiring
more often if required – then dry with cotton tips.
* I clean the entire area - inside and outer area and at the back
with a cotton wad soaked in plain clean warm water.
Infrequently and only if persistent:
* When Itching or Crawling in the Deeper area, i fill the ear cavity with ‘Aqua Ear’ drops
tilting the head to the side for a full three minutes – and that’s the end of Malassezia!
(During the first full minute there is no response, during the entire second minute
there is intense squirming and then ...Nothing!... ... ... Malassezia is Dead!...
I wait for one more minute just to make sure )
Eyes - Eyelashes
Photo 1- shows Poor eyelashes, in the ‘before’ stage,
bottom ones almost non existent
Photo 2- Now in healthy recovery growing strong and long
Much like the Ears, Eyes and Eyelashes require vigilance and daily maintenance
* I Clean with a Cotton wad dipped in plain, clean, warm water
and wipe several times a day, trying to also clean as gently and best
as can be done, the liquid Malassezia on the surface of the eye.
as can be done, the liquid Malassezia on the surface of the eye.
I discard the Cotton after one use and replace with new if more needed
for the outer eyelashes areas
for the outer eyelashes areas
* I apply often softly warmed up Fresh Sea water
and at night before bed time, i apply fresh Aloe Vera juice from my Veranda pots.
Malassezia responds within a few seconds with a sudden burning itchy sensation
to the Aloe Vera as the gel starts to dry and possibly killing what of it swims in its gel.
It contains natural alkaloids, which i believe through repeated observations, repel MYF.
This while wet and until it dries out – when totally dry it does not prevent
more Malassezia attacking the area anew, but it works protectively at night
Both Aloe Vera, as well as Natural Sea Water contain Rich Nutrients
that feed the eyelashes and help restore their strength and health
even if new batches of Malassezia may persistently go back.
(Salt + water Not the same as Natural Sea Water )
Nostrils
My cute little Nostrils, Now Clear and Healthy
... but Malassezia has left them totally hairless :(
Much like treating the Eyes and Eyelashes,
* I clean with a Cotton wad dipped in plain, clean, warm water
and wipe dry with a cotton stick in circular motions, several times a day.
I also clean Nostrils thoroughly during my bath and apply Sea water after
Mouth – Lips
* Both Morning and Night - more frequently if required
i clean with a Cotton wad dipped in plain, clean, warm water
the same as i do with Eyes and Ears.
* I do so, especially after each meal
Face
* During bath time i extend the shampoo lathering to cover briefly the entire face
and closed eyelids, allowing to stand briefly while rubbing off gently with nail brush
or fingertips for any Malassezia created greasy spots, just before rinsing off
* Where / if a Pimply Bump, i apply topically a small dub of Oil Free Neutrogena
* At night time I use a cotton wad dipped in Sea water to wipe the face
much the way a make-up remover is used
and i dub/ re-apply Natural Sea Water as if a toner or face cream
* I Never use any Commercial Facial Products
I have a Naturally Oily Complexion and never fight it
Underarms
* I apply and Brush with Zinc Pyrithione Shampoo as on Hair and Scalp
using a dub on a good size Nail Brush.
* I Never use deodorants, powders or anything else...
Back – Shoulder – Chest
(Before) (1) Lesion along Spine (2) Chest Lesion (3) Burning rash under Breast
* I apply and Brush with Zinc Pyrithione Shampoo as on Hair and Scalp
using a dub on a good size Nail Brush while in the bath after a good soak
* Before going to bed i dub Sea Water wherever i can reach
* Should a Bump appear and /or break into a lesion
i apply Sea water and cover with waterproof strip after a bath.
(Helps heal much faster and prevents attracting more Malassezia
in an already inflamed area where blood is readily available)
(Salt + water Not the same as Natural Sea Water )
Hands and Fingers
* I daily Brush well both the inside and outside hand surfaces
using a dub of Zinc Pyrithione Shampoo, on a good size Nail Brush when in the bath.
* If any Scratches appear, hardly any nowadays and if so only tiny,
i dip them in Sea water immediately after the bath and before going to bed.
Usually healing is very quick and painless.
Nails – Fingers and Toes
Photo 1 - Shows Totally Restored Healthy Cuticles and Growing, Healthier Nails
(The Cuticles on left and middle Fingers are covering well onto the Nails! :))
Photo 2 – Totally Clear, Healthy Foot, Toes and Nails
(cuticles healthy but still in basic condition )
1-In the ‘Before’ stage the nails were broken/eaten up back to the edges of the nail beds
Malassezia had invaded 80% of the Nail Beds and there were No cuticles
2- In the ‘Before’ stage the entire top of the foot and the toes
were covered with tiny Persistent Blistery Lesions
* I never –in my entire whole life- have i ever cut off the Cuticles
compelled by the female perception of beautiful appearance
as their purpose is to Protect from Fungal Invasions and Infections
and they are much like the Front Door of a House...
* I scrape with a Nail file in the morning, after a bath and before bed
more if needed, to release white, sandy, gritty granules
that if left may eat into the Nail Bed and create a real mess, harder to treat.
* Whenever i detect GSL -sticky gray substance under the edge of the Nail
i dub-scrape into it some Oil free Neutrogena before bed
and it clears within a couple of days.
Toes: If redness and swelling has not subsided by bed time and is accompanied by itching:
* First i wrap the toe with a well impregnated cotton wad with Sea water
wrap another dry cotton wad around the wet one
and i seal with a plastic strip -and put a sock on- to hold in place- overnight.
Usually totally effective no requiring any repeat or change of action
* If still there, despite this treatment, i repeat exactly as above
replacing Sea water with Methylated spirits to avoid any chance of settling in
* For pin and needle pricking, i dub some methylated spirits
but nothing much to be done as it has already penetrated the skin
and usually it only requires drastic action if in a couple of days
starts to feel initially as a callous/corn which then opens up
and develops into a pusy spot ... which will last for weeks
unless drastic action is taken early. I keep a watchful eye.
unless drastic action is taken early. I keep a watchful eye.
Pubic – Groin and Buttocks
* I wash Frequently with warm water throughout the day and as often i get up at night
to prevent any GS Layer drying and settling in these areas
* I do so especially each and every single time i ‘go to the bathroom’
because Urine is acid and i have plenty of indication that Malassezia is attracted to it.
* I also wash thoroughly after each solid ‘business’ as Malassezia resides inside
the rectal area and is sure to accompany waste products and gas on the way out.
* I clean thoroughly with a wad of cotton dipped in clean plain warm water
and discard after a single use – i repeat a couple of times if needed
or use a clean face cloth – one use only then sent to the wash.
I consider Absolute Cleanliness as of paramount importance and a concentrated effort
to Disturb the outer Private areas frequently and ascertain that Malassezia
does not get a chance to spray GS Layer which facilitates its sticking on its surface
* If appearance of Pimply, Pus Filled Bumps, if not already too advanced,
repeated applications of Sea water prevent the opening and developing
of painful razor blade like lesions
If already advanced and broken it helps heal much faster
* Dubbing liberally Sea water overnight prevents Malassezia settling there
-if already settled it prevents its normal development
-if already present broken bumps, offers quick painless healing
* If a Crawling sensation is experienced that’s the time i act quickly, as described above!
(Salt + water Not the same as Natural Sea Water )
Genital –Anal Areas
* I wash the entire outer area as soon as i feel any movement
using a wad of cotton dipped in moderately hot water
or clean face cloth – either one, for one use only.
* I douche the vagina thoroughly with warm water
or as has proved more effective:
use a wad of cotton or clean sponge dipped in clean warm water
wiping the walls and then dry with a clean cotton ball until dry.
* I do so every morning upon waking and every evening before retiring
as well as sponge the vaginal walls when having a bath and dry with cotton
when i get out. (and i enjoy many hours of tranquil peace afterwards :))
* Fortnightly Enemas help to effectively clear the Anal /Rectal area
at least for a while.
* And of course Frequent Daily Changes of Clean Underwear
I consider Immaculate Hygiene in that area
as of utmost and equal importance for Men as for Women,
especially when one partner is affected
because ... Malassezia Loves them Both and transfers from one to the other
even if Only One experiences negative effects.
* The recent addition of three generous 250g Yogurt tabs in my daily diet,
seems to have greatly enhanced and restored the Friendly Flora
Legs and Follicles
* I vigorously and meticulously Brush Inch by Inch during a bath
using a dub of Zinc Pyrithione Shampoo on a good size Nail Brush,
allowing first a long soak to soften and expose any bumpy areas
and render them more vulnerable to brushing off.
* I apply Sea water immediately after the bath
while the skin is warm and the pores are open
(I do all of the above routinely for the Toes as well)
Skin
As above:
* I Vigorously brush my entire body from top to toe and inch by inch
using a dub of Zinc Pyrithione Shampoo on a good size Nail Brush,
when i am in the bath, allowing first a long soak,
to soften and expose any bumpy areas and soften any patches of GSL,
for a more effective brushing off.
* Any Dry areas i Hydrate with a dub of Natural Sea water
(Salt + water is Not the same as Natural Sea Water )
* In the bath water i use a generous squirt of a very mild Baby Bubble Bath wash
(only few chemicals compared instead of any fragrance and oil enriched normal ones.)
OCT 12: I have recently replaced Baby wash more effective
5-6 Squirts of Zinc Pyrithione Shampoo in the water.
5-6 Squirts of Zinc Pyrithione Shampoo in the water.
* Areas of Skin Discoloration i do not consider worth doing much about.
I used to rub banana skins and seemed to work but its messy and sticky
and now that i know a lot more than back then i can see this might be inviting
to Malassezia, so i do not bother, having already enough daily maintenance..
In time it all gets milder and faints and that’s fine with me
What has Changed?
* I have Added a generous amount of Acidophilus Yoghurt in my Diet
* I Apply Fresh Sea Water from the Beach, on Troubled or Vulnerable areas
* I have Stopped using any harsh Chemicals allowing my Body to Recover
* I have – out of adverse necessity– stopped swimming
thus No more Exposure to Daily Chlorine
allowing more Friendly Flora to Develop and Repopulate my Skin
I strongly Believe that:
* The End of Chlorine Exposure ,
* Near complete Reduction of Chemicals
* Introduction of Acidophilus Bacteria (as in generous daily amounts of Yoghurt)
* Daily Application of Mineral Rich, Natural Sea Water, (Not Salt + water)
* Frequent, diligent Cleaning throughout the Day, of Sensitive, Vulnerable areas
* Frequent, diligent Cleaning throughout the Day, of Sensitive, Vulnerable areas
to make sure No GSL settles and dries on the skin, have possibly been acting
Synergistically, towards a Gradual Restoration of Friendly Skin Flora
that Chlorine, Long term Antibiotics and Long term Regular Exposure to X-Rays,
had destroyed.
The Difference:
Before - Daily Rigorous maintenance:
* Partially effective,
* Often Causing Pain and Aggravation
* Considerable Expense,
* Toxic to some degree.
Now - Daily Rigorous maintenance:
* Effective Improvement
* Great Lasting Relief
* Minimal Expense
* Minimal Toxicity (if one considers shampoo to be such.)
* Gentle to the Body– Decisively Interfering and Controlling to the Pest
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Dismally Let Down by All my Medicos
and Left without any Access to Internal Medication
This One is by Far
* Most Effective
* Painless
* Side Effect Free
* Minimal Financial Cost
* Gentle to the Body, method
Compared to Anything Else i have tried before.
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The Battle is not Over yet - it is a Daily One
but Life is now a Lot Better and more Liveable
as long as i can maintain the current condition
My Tool Helpers
1 – Electric kettle installed in the Bathroom for quick, economical access of hot water
2 – Baby Bottle warmer in the bathroom for quick access of warm Seawater during the night
3 – Enema bag for effectively Clearing Malassezia from the Colon
4 – Nail Brush mighty power
5 – Cotton Wads, Cotton Balls, Cotton Tips and ... Cotton Tails! 
The Only Products i Use Now:
* Fat Free Acidophilus Yoghurt (addition in my Diet)
* Natural Sea water, from the Beach
* Plenty of clean, warm Tap Water!...
* Head &Shoulders (Zinc Pyrithione Shampoo)
* Selsun (Selenium Sulphite) Shampoo - (Less frequently - Only if necessary ):
* Permethrin Cream Shampoo with Butoxide - (Even less frequently Only if necessary)
Neither of the two seems to be doing anything much for more than a couple of hours
but i like to surprise and especially disturb Myf with something different now and then.