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Are you sick of the punishing itch and skin shivering caused by skin parasites? Is the biting and mental anguish becoming too overbearing to keep ignoring? You're most likely exhausted and the thoughts of several creatures or skin bugs living on your scalp, deep inside your ears and perhaps even in your nose or eyes are making it difficult to sleep at night.

Are you tired of dealing with the unusual skin fibers, granules and black specks or sores and lesions seeming to come out of nowhere? You've probably been pushing  your family members away while trying to decide if this unexplained dermopathy and catastrophic condition is contagious. You are not alone, and you are not going crazy. The stressful trauma and itching you are experiencing is quite real.



Thank God I was able to get rid of hairs, fibers, coils, itching and pimple like open sores
I continue to be impressed and grateful for your internet communication regarding infectious diseases.... real... imagined... unreasearched and concerning.
I found your website while trying to find an answer to a very mysterious skin ailment I had last fall. I ordered products from your company through your educated sales staff and it changed my life...Thank God I was able to get rid of hairs, fibers, coils, itching and pimple like open sores. I was a mess... I couldn't think straight. No one, except the aid of your people on the phone could give me any peace of mind. I'm nomally a sane, educated professional and I was able to return to a physical comfort by eventually ridding myself of what ever was growing in me.
So as a result... I wash my hands..all the time...when ever I enter a room. I am very protective of my being in a new environment.
I applaud your company and how they may educate people to take the time to take precaution. Your products are great and I also feel you are a heartful business...and that isn't an easy balance to walk.
Connie D. Felton, California


We've encountered a great number of parasite sufferers, just like yourself, and we've seen how distressing this can be. Even in the modern age, skin parasites and skin worms are generally under-researched, under-documented and rarely properly treated. The medical world is slow to react and not really certain how to deal with or even recognize this affliction. As a result, doctors may resort to giving a diagnosis of delusional parasitosis. There are a number of difficult questions and a great number of skin parasite patients feel confused or alone. One thing is for sure; human skin parasites are far more common than you might think.

Have you noticed painful, stinging feelings that seem to strike at random, leaving you troubled and worried? You know you're not mad, but the biting and irritation just can't be stopped, no matter what you do. I bet you've been seen by any number of doctors, tried various medications and treatments, and nothing was successful. You're at the end of your rope, not knowing the next step. We've been told time and time again how these indications are life-affecting and there's nothing that could have prepared you to deal with this dreadful experience.

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About Morgellons and Collembola

Morgellons is the term an English researcher in the 1930's gave to a condition or disease documented by a 15th century physician that basically mirrors symptoms that so many are reporting today.  Thousands of sufferers have been documented and despite this fact, Morgellons is still a medical mystery; there is no Morgellons treatment, much less a Morgellons cure. The majority of individuals reporting symptoms of this unexplained and debilitating condition resided in the following states:  California, Texas and Florida.  Since that initial time, sufferers have called out widespread across the United States and distant parts of the world.

 


Click here to learn about Morgellons Disease and Collembola

The actual cause of this condition and the organism or organisms involved is currently being investigated by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) in conjunction with Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Division of Research. Recently the Center of Disease Control brought its focus to this condition.  Researchers at this time are baffled and ideas of it being a fungal infection, bacteria infection or parasite infestation are currently being investigated.

Morgellons.org reports that there are 6 different types of particles ( fibers in the skin ) that have been removed from the skins surface from those suffering from Morgellons Disease. Additionally the fibers are usually pigmented and many luminance under ultraviolet light.

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Skin Parasite Symptoms

This mysterious skin disease has been making its way across the world. It is a parasite-like infestation that can produce a multitude of symptoms from evident skin lesions to a decline in vision. Patients say it feels like they have skin bugs crawling all over them. To make matters even worse, many doctors say the victims are delusional when they claim they have a parasite biting. Some individuals affected by this condition suffer from the majority of the symptoms that are listed below. While other do not have any evident skin lesions at all and appear perfectly unharmed. This disease produces REAL symptoms that its sufferers are plagued by. A Morgellons cure is needed; however the CDC has been slow to respond.

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Common Skin Symptoms
  • Crawling sensations on the skin; these sensations can be felt on various locations on the body, above the neck, on the face, within the ear canal, in the nose, mouth, eyes and vaginal cavity.
  • Presence of skin fibers on, within or protruding from the skin. These fibers in the skin can be black, white, blue or red.
  • Presence of worm-like organisms within the skin or expelled from the bowel
  • Itching, biting and stinging
  • Pimple-like pustules or rashes.
  • Presences of black specks and/or granules that resemble salt or sand.
  • Increased attraction of insects to the individual
  • Presence of insects on the skin or within an open lesion
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The Skin Parasite Solution

There is currently NO definitive cure or scientifically proven cure for Morgellons or Skin Parasite symptoms.   Beware of anyone claiming to have a cure; at this point there are only remedies to relieve your symptoms. 
  
There are a number of protocols and products available, such as ours, that will provide relief from some of the more immediate effects of the affliction. These treatments are highly effective to most morgellons or skin parasite sufferers and we continue to strive to make our medicine for parasites more and more effective.



Using our Mitactin Spray and Salve daily relieves the stress and controls these symptoms which allows you to focus on more important things. Skin bugs don't have a chance with our Mitactin.

Unlike other products, our Mitactin products contain no toxic substances like Pyrethrums or other neurotoxins. Mitactin Spray and Salve simultaneously eradicate the parasite infestation through a process of asphyxiation, while easing the itching and irritation on the skin.


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Our Mitactin Spray is gentle enough to be used all over the body without rinsing and can also be used in the scalp. The Mitactin Spray is gentle enough to be used even while you sleep.

Our Mitactin Salve is a more concentrated formula to be used on more "active" affected areas.

Our Mitactin Salve has the extra power that attacks these pesky parasites full strength. This can also be used on the scalp for severe cases.


All Stop Medicated Body Wash is the cornerstone of our product line when inflammation, fungus and bacteria are present.
This product was originally formulated to protect lab technicians from the possibility of contracting infections or causing cross contamination in their work environments.

You will begin feeling the relief almost immediately while repairing wounds and removing the bacteria and fungus from your skin. Begin feeling the relief after your first shower when eliminating under skin parasites.


All Stop Medicated Skin Cream is a proprietary blend of White Sulfur and essential oils for the treatment of Skin Parasites, Scabies, Ringworm, wounds and Morgellons symptoms.

The topical skin product has a pleasant odor, in a white, creamy form and absorbs into the skin quickly. While penetrating deeply, it cleanses away unwanted bacteria or fungus. Proven to be highly effective for skin parasite sufferers; a definite must.
           

All Stop Healing & Protection Spray is a great way to get relief from the itch while helping to effectively treat your skin. The deep penetrating formula helps to cleanse away any unwanted bacteria or fungus or irritants that may cause itching, rashes or infection.

It is the perfect solution for providing a sterile environment for lesions, wounds or any damaged, bruised tissue from human skin parasites.

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Customer Success Stories

My doctor didn't know what to do anymore for me!
I had been miserable for months from the itching and feeling stinging from parasites. I cold never make it stop! My skin was flaky and full of sores and it was dry from overuse of harsh products. I tried many home remedies, poison prescriptions and even used harsh animal products. Nothing worked! My Doctor didn't know what to do anymore.
The All Stop regimen and the products gave me the opportunity to have a normal life again. It really helps relieve the itch, the creepy crawly feeling on my scalp and the pain from the sores is gone. My sores hurt really bad and they had hard nodules under the skin.
My doctor was surprised to see the improvement in my skin. It's great to know there is something out there that can help...
Susan F., Ohio

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I cannot imagine how I managed without these products in my life.
I was completely shocked by how much stuff came out of my skin when I used the Medicated Skin Cream and the Mitactin!
First time I used the Mitactin and parasites were just literally popping out my skin; I could actually hear the ones near my neck and head pop out my skin. The Medicated Skin Cream also got rid of the parasites, but I noticed that it quickly healed my sores that had been on me for months. I cannot imagine how I managed without these products in my life. More people need to know about these products.
I continue to have parasite in eyes; however my Doctor is trying to get that under control for me. He too is trying to find a Morgellons cure for me.
Thanks All Stop for your continued research and development of products that truly help us with parasite infestations and for believing in your customers.
Priscilla F, New York
    

I Thank God that I discovered these products.
Nothing I tried would relieve the itching. It just would not stop. I could not sleep. I could not concentrate. I couldn't do anything I used to do without worrying about my skin. It was as though I had become obsessed with my skin.
The All Stop Mitactin Spray and the Medicated Sulfur and Shea Butter Soap were the only things that gave me any kind of relief. I had not realized by keeping my environment clean and disinfected with your disinfectants could make such a difference until your company made a big deal out of it.
I thank God that I discovered these products! It is about time someone has something that helps.
Thomas M, California

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Skin Parasite FAQ's

What is the CDC Doing?
The Centers for Disease Control along with Kaiser Permanente held a national media conference on January 16th, 2008 announcing their epidemiologic investigation on the cause of this disease/illness. Kaiser Permanente was awarded $338,000.00 for the investigation of this disease because of their geographical location; however the study is being designed and led by the CDC; hopefully there will be a Morgellons treatment soon and finally one day a Morgellons cure.

Why Don't My Doctors Believe Me?
The knowledge of Morgellons Disease is extremely new. While the condition has existed for countless years, it has not been formally studied until recently. Our medical society is trained to follow what is seen and taught within their text books and classes. While there have been numerous articles and journals printed that speak of Morgellons Disease, the treatments and diagnoses are still considered theoretical.

What is Delusional Parasitosis?
Quite often individuals suffering from this debilitating condition are misdiagnosed with Delusional Parasitosis. Delusional Parasitosis is a medical diagnosis which means that while you believe that you are infested with parasites, but there is no actual, physical condition to explain it. Basically, it is all in your head. We believe that it is a convenient diagnosis that doctors are giving because they do not know how to treat patients who claim they have a parasite biting.

What are some symptoms of skin parasites?
Some symptoms of skin parasites or Morgellons disease can include but are not limited to fatigue, brain fog or memory loss, mood swings, depression, swelling of joints, visual decline, autoimmune decrease, hair loss, lesions, hard nodules, itching, creepy crawly sensations, organisms biting or moving, sores that do not heal, and even sleep disorders.

Are scabies and springtails the same?
No, they are considered to different kinds of parasites. Springtails use more of a jumping action to get around and scabies move about 2.5cm per minute. You can also see springtails in the right light but scabies mites are microscopic organisms. Springtails are also known to leave fibers on the skin and scabies leave burrows of debris under the skin. These are just some of the differences.

How can I see what is on my skin?
A microscope has to be used when trying to see skin parasites. You can purchase a 30x lighted handheld microscope if you would like to take it with you at all times. If you do not use magnification you should not be able to see the parasites themselves only left over fibers on the skin or black specs in your sheets and on your clothing.

How do you get skin parasites?
It is unknown how skin parasites is transferred but it is speculated that you can transfer them from person to person by close contact such as trying on clothing, sitting in a chair, or even sitting across from an infected person. Normally a person would have to have contact with the infected object for up to ten minutes to give the parasites time to transfer from one place to another.

Why can't I get a diagnosis for skin parasites?
Because the CDC has not yet done enough research on the effects of skin parasites, most doctors diagnose the problems as anxiety, stress, or even delusional parasitosis. Common treatments issued by doctors are those for head lice and scabies but neither of these medications work to relieve symptoms of Morgellons disease.

What are skin parasites?
It's a parasite-like infestation that can produce a multitude of symptoms from evident skin lesions to a decline in vision. Patients say it feels like they have skin bugs crawling all over them. Some individuals affected by this condition suffer from the majority of the symptoms.This disease produces real symptoms that its sufferers are plagued by. A Morgellons cure is needed; however the CDC has been slow to respond.

What are some suggestions on how to treat my home?
It is very important to treat your home or living environment when dealing with skin parasites or Morgellons. We have found the use of a mattress cover is best for your bedding. Your sheets and pillowcases need to be washed or changed daily. The use of a strong disinfectant cleaner can be helpful to treat furniture and counter tops. It is known that drying clothing on high heat for over twenty minutes should kill the parasites. However, you can also use a disinfecting detergent also in the laundry to kill parasites. Vacuuming can also prove to be a big help, however make sure to throw the bag or clean the unit after each use.

Skin Parasite Articles

About Morgellons Disease
Written by Alexis Kindig

  • History
      Morgellons came into the media limelight in 2002. That was the year that Mary Leitao founded the Morgellons Research Foundation. Her young son had complained of feeling "bugs" on his skin, and Leitao discovered multicolored fibers in a sore on her son's lip. Unable to find any explanation for her son's symptoms, Leitao founded the Foundation to encourage and fund medical research. More people with similar skin symptoms began to register at the Foundation's Web site, and soon the condition was receiving national news coverage. Leitao named the condition Morgellons after a condition described by a 17th-century doctor: he had treated a young boy with "black hairs" coming from a lesion on his skin. Leitao does not claim that this case and what is now known as Morgellons are related, and aims to change the name once more is known about the condition.

  • Skin Symptoms
      Morgellons is distuingished by and most known for its strange skin symptoms. People who believe they have the condition claim to experience a feeling of creeping, itching or crawling under their skin. They also report skin lesions, ranging from small spots to disfiguring marks, from which fibers emerge. These fibers are usually white or clear, but have also been reported in blue, black and red. Some people report finding what they call "fuzz balls" - small masses of fibers - underneath or inside their lesions. There have been some reports of people finding small, hard lumps of material underneath their skin, resembling grains of sand. No one is sure what these fibers or pebble-like objects are made of.

  • Systemic Symptoms
      Other symptoms associated with Morgellons include fatigue, joint pain, changes in mood and mental status and memory loss. Not everyone who self-identifies as having the condition experiences these symptoms, and some doctors claim that these symptoms are simply manifestations of other diseases that are being overlooked or misdiagnosed by people who claim to have Morgellons.

  • Controversy
      Research is ongoing, but officially the disease has not been proven to exist as such. Skeptics believe that the condition is either a misinterpretation of symptoms or a completely psychosomatic phenomenon. It is argued that some people who may indeed have a disease but have been misdiagnosed or undiagnosed have latched onto Morgellons as a definitive cause of their problems. Some skeptical doctors maintain that the condition is a largely mental phenomenon, a form of hypochondria fed by the Internet and media reports. These doctors and researchers claim that the characteristic crawling sensations are most likely a condition known as "delusional parasitosis;" people who believe they have an infection or parasite in their skin may begin to actually experience a crawling sensation, just through the power of suggestion. Skeptics also contend that the fibers probably come from clothing. Morgellons is not an official diagnosis, but people who say they have the disease are adamant that their symptoms are real.

  • Research
      The CDC is currently conducting a study of Morgellons, but has so far not reached any definite conclusions. The Morgellons Research Foundation also offers funding to doctors and scientists willing to research causes of the disease. Research consists of interviews with and case studies of suffers as well as actual physical study of the lesions and fibers associated with the disease. For the time being, the CDC is referring to Morgellons as "unexplained dermopathy."

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