Abduction or just an ear infection?

[hoosiermystic]

I had a cold last week. I was getting a lot better. On Friday I was nearly 100% after Epsom salt soaks, fasting intermittently, and staying away from carbs. I noticed anytime I ate gluten my inflammation got worse, so I resolved to take my diet more seriously. I also smoked a couple cigarettes after a week-long break, and I was pipe breathing and praying at bedtime. This prologue is my "but I was doing everything right!" plea, ha.

Friday I fell asleep reciting the POTS in my head around 10 PM. I woke up at midnight with really severe pain in my left ear. As I was waking up, I dreamed I had burrowed back into my bed, and there were two figures standing over me, backlit by a bright light so they were just silhouettes. They said if I kept growing they were going to "raise my rent." At the time I thought they meant growing my family, but now I think they meant gaining knowledge. (I've read Amazing Grace and I'm on vol 4 ch 30 of The Wave.)

A lot of yellow fluid leaked out of my ear Saturday and I experienced partial hearing loss in that ear. That night at midnight the same routine repeated: I fell asleep praying and woke up at midnight to pain, this time fluid was rushing out of my ear (but no dream). There was blood in my left ear the next morning and my right ear started hurting, too. Sunday I went and got some 70% DMSO and applied it to the lymph nodes in front of both ears. That really helped with the brain fog, but not with the ear infection.

I just got back from urgent care. The doctor diagnosed me with a ruptured eardrum on the left side and bilateral otitis media, and she prescribed amoxicillin-clavulanate (Augmentin 875 mg-125 mg) oral tablet every 12 hours. I just took my first dose. I wasn't sure whether to put this thread under health and wellness or ultra-terrestrial activity; I did check health and wellness first and found that antibiotics are recommended for ear infections.

I wanted to share this account and ask if you all think I experienced an abduction? What do you think they meant by "raise my rent"? If they were trying to put off my questing, they messed up! It only made me mad and more resolute. In fact, I told whatever hyper-dimensional STS that might be listening last night that I considered this interaction a violation of my free will, and they had better respect my choice to align with STO or the karma was on their heads. No midnight interruption, and my daughter slept through the night for the first time in a long time (she is 2). I woke up feeling optimistic and refreshed.

I tried to think of how I might have invited this.... I have been reading a lot on the forum and in The Wave that Truth seekers often have health problems. Well, I've been blessed with pretty good health lately. I have suffered from SIBO/Candida (self-diagnosed) in the past, but fasting, elimination diet, and ketogenic diet (and some other self care practices) fixed that up. So, I was thinking since I've been healthy that maybe I wasn't "doing it right" or I wasn't "spiritual enough".

Another issue might be my suspicions that my husband and one of my two daughters (twins) are OPs. My relationship with my husband actually isn't that close. We don't sleep in the same room, hang out much, or have sex anymore. It used to bother me, but now I think it's for the best. I have a lot more energy now that he isn't so close to me. Maybe what I'm refusing to "hear" is the advice to end my marriage? I believe by keeping my family together that my girls have a better quality of life. I couldn't afford the private school they go to if I were to end my marriage.

Happily accepting advice, insight, and prayers. Thank you, all.

 

[3DStudent]

Hope you feel better with the antibiotics. I don't think DMSO is a good idea if you suspect an infection, as it may just spread it.

It's best to fight these things with righteous anger, so you did well there. I get abduction type dreams every so often, too. Could be just symbolic or due to physical defenses being down, but best to treat it as a real threat.

 

[Gaby]

Friday I fell asleep reciting the POTS in my head around 10 PM. I woke up at midnight with really severe pain in my left ear. As I was waking up, I dreamed I had burrowed back into my bed, and there were two figures standing over me, backlit by a bright light so they were just silhouettes. They said if I kept growing they were going to "raise my rent." At the time I thought they meant growing my family, but now I think they meant gaining knowledge.

It's best to fight these things with righteous anger, so you did well there. I get abduction type dreams every so often, too. Could be just symbolic or due to physical defenses being down, but best to treat it as a real threat.

Ear infections after a cold are not that rare. COVID era and all that. You should be all good after augmentin. Though amoxicillin would have sufficed as a treatment. Now you have to deal with the consequences of the clavulanic acid. Might not hurt to add saccharomyces boulardii or probiotics to your regime.

Don't get discouraged by the abduction dream. The last time it happened to me, I was grateful that at least I was aware enough that I could perceive those energies and their intent. I focus on adding energies where it matters and I pray for protection, imagining my energy body as pure light and protected by a bubble/shield that bounces off all the negative energies and allows only creative and positive energies.

This one published a couple of weeks ago is excellent for healing and protection:

 

[hoosiermystic]

Ear infections after a cold are not that rare. COVID era and all that. You should be all good after augmentin. Though amoxicillin would have sufficed as a treatment. Now you have to deal with the consequences of the clavulanic acid. Might not hurt to add saccharomyces boulardii or probiotics to your regime.

Don't get discouraged by the abduction dream. The last time it happened to me, I was grateful that at least I was aware enough that I could perceive those energies and their intent. I focus on adding energies where it matters and I pray for protection, imagining my energy body as pure light and protected by a bubble/shield that bounces off all the negative energies and allows only creative and positive energies.

This one published a couple of weeks ago is excellent for healing and protection:

Should I wait until the course of antibiotics is done or take the probiotics concurrently?

Thank you for the advice and for the meditation! I hadn't seen that one yet.

 

[Gaby]

Should I wait until the course of antibiotics is done or take the probiotics concurrently?

I would start saccharomyces boulardii right away, which goes under the brand name of Florastor and DiarSafe (North America) and ultralevure in Europe.

 

[Breo]

I tried to think of how I might have invited this.... I have been reading a lot on the forum and in The Wave that Truth seekers often have health problems. Well, I've been blessed with pretty good health lately. I have suffered from SIBO/Candida (self-diagnosed) in the past, but fasting, elimination diet, and ketogenic diet (and some other self care practices) fixed that up. So, I was thinking since I've been healthy that maybe I wasn't "doing it right" or I wasn't "spiritual enough".

Maybe the following quote can serve as an inspiration to consider another angle about not being healthy now or questioning about not doing it right, not being spiritual enough. It's from the FOTCM calendar for January:

"You do not need to know precisely what is happening, or exactly where it is all going. What you need is to recognize the possibilities and challenges offered by the present moment, and to embrace them with courage, faith and hope." (Thomas Merton)

And the C's say: "Trust the process". The recommended meditation is very supportive in strenghtening all these qualities.

 

[hoosiermystic]

Hope you feel better with the antibiotics. I don't think DMSO is a good idea if you suspect an infection, as it may just spread it.

Are we sure I should avoid DMSO? It really seemed to help. I feel pretty rotten today - side effects of the antibiotics, I suspect.

@Gaby, I did the meditation you recommended last night, and I felt pretty sound immediately following. Like I said, I feel worse today than yesterday. I don't suppose there's any harm in doing the meditation every night until I feel better? Also, I overnighted Florastor and it arrived this morning (good thing I got paid Friday! It was a little pricey considering my budget). I'm assuming I should take it a couple hours after the antibiotic so they don't cancel each other out, so to speak? And on an empty stomach? I'm taking the antibiotic with food.

Maybe the following quote can serve as an inspiration to consider another angle about not being healthy now or questioning about not doing it right, not being spiritual enough. It's from the FOTCM calendar for January:

"You do not need to know precisely what is happening, or exactly where it is all going. What you need is to recognize the possibilities and challenges offered by the present moment, and to embrace them with courage, faith and hope." (Thomas Merton)

And the C's say: "Trust the process". The recommended meditation is very supportive in strenghtening all these qualities.

Thank you, that was very helpful. I still have the tendency to anticipate the journey. The meditation was great. I'm going to have to peek at the transcript, because it put me completely under. And here I thought I was difficult to hypnotize.

 

[Gaby]

I'm assuming I should take it a couple hours after the antibiotic so they don't cancel each other out, so to speak? And on an empty stomach? I'm taking the antibiotic with food.

That should work, yes.

Speedy recovery.

 

[3DStudent]

Are we sure I should avoid DMSO? It really seemed to help.

Hmm, I did a quick search and asked AI about it. I did see that it has antimicrobial effects, and I think the infection precaution is more if you have an infected cut. I just remember it being a good carrier. It did advise against topical use if your eardrum is perforated, so as to not have anything going inside to the middle ear.

 

[hoosiermystic]

Hmm, I did a quick search and asked AI about it. I did see that it has antimicrobial effects, and I think the infection precaution is more if you have an infected cut. I just remember it being a good carrier. It did advise against topical use if your eardrum is perforated, so as to not have anything going inside to the middle ear.

I will definitely not put it inside my ear! Thank you for double-checking for me. I'll do a little research myself and/or wait until the antibiotics knock out the infection, which shouldn't take long - they're pretty strong.

 

[hoosiermystic]

For those who might find this thread later and be looking for the same information, here is the thread on DMSO. I found this book by Amanda Vollmer linked there. Here are a few relevant excerpts:

DMSO can act as a mild or potent antioxidant or pro-oxidant, depending on the percentage used, the pH of the tissue that absorbs DMSO, the materials it interacts with, and the user’s health. ... Pro-oxidants kill bacteria and fungus via the white blood cells, and during times of growth or injury, remove damaged tissue and wastes. Antioxidants are needed to prevent heart disease, cancers, immune dysfunction, and metabolic disorders. [Emphasis added.]

DMSO has been shown to be bacteriostatic, meaning it restrains bacterial growth, which allows the immune system to deal with the situation properly.

Ears
DMSO can be of use for any ear issue, including infection, pain, blood clot, hearing loss, or tinnitus. It is also a good idea to treat the ears when dealing with a throat infection or sinus inflammation as the ear, nose, and throat are interconnected. A 20 percent solution is ideal for a child or an adult. The DMSO can be in a saline solution or pure distilled water. Apply 1 or 2 drops in the affected ear once a day. If you experience a sudden shooting ear pain from using DMSO, discontinue treatment for a day to let the ears respond appropriately. If there is any ongoing pain, discontinue the DMSO completely. Never put any liquid in the ear if there is an eardrum rupture. If you experience any fluid leaking from the ears visit your holistic practitioner and ask them to look inside with an otoscope to determine the status of the eardrum and if there is any cloudiness, tear, or bulging.

In traditional Chinese Medicine the ears are governed by the kidneys. If you have ongoing ear issues, it is advisable to support the kidneys to strengthen them. I usually recommend 1 cup of a strong infusion of parsley leaf and cornsilk tea daily and to detoxify the kidneys using a set of homeopathic drainage remedies (UNDA, Pascoe, and Pekana are companies that make such remedies) and using castor oil packs for 20 minutes three to four times a week. Make sure to apply a topical solution of DMSO over the low back area (where the kidneys sit).

I've decided to apply the 70% DMSO solution I bought to the lymph nodes around my ears, jawline, and throat and over my kidneys.

This reply in the DMSO thread shares three books as pdf attachments; I skimmed through the third one. Here's an excerpt (p 179):

DMSO does, however, solve the problem of how to transport the antibiotic substance through the eardrum. Applying correspondingly small doses of this kind of medication locally means that a number of side effects can be avoided. We can treat inflammations of the middle ear ‘from the outside’ using a mixture of DMSO and antibiotic ear drops. A commercial product based on this principle is apparently being tested at the moment. Those who find this approach too mainstream and who want to avoid using antibiotics altogether can use DMSO alone or in combination with the alternative bactericides MMS or hydrogen peroxide, again in the form of an ear drop. A 40% DMSO solution is the most appropriate choice for this kind of application. Lying on one side, put 2 to 3 drops of this into the ear canal. A few drops of an MMS solution (2 drops of activated MMS in 10ml water) or a 1 to 3% hydrogen peroxide solution can be put in the ear immediately before or after. To disinfect injuries to the eardrum, 1 to 3% hydrogen peroxide can be used.

The last source I'll link here is from SOTT.net, but it doesn't specifically address ear infections. DMSO - The Real Miracle Solution

Infections

When combined with antibiotics, DMSO will convert bacteria which are resistant to a given antibiotic to being sensitive to that same antibiotic and probably a 80 to 90 percent solution of DMSO will be required in order to be clinically useful ( Pottz, Rampey, Benjamin,1967). DMSO has been used to transport antibiotics to hard-to-reach areas of the body with excellent results, such as the bone marrow and brain (Sanders, 1967).

DMSO can dissolve a virus protein coating, leaving the virus core unprotected with its nucleic acid exposed to the immune system. Applied topically, it alleviates the lesions that occur as a result of Herpes Zoster, shingles (Morton, 1993). Placed into the nostrils or topically in the face, DMSO can open blocked sinuses within a few minutes and it has been used with sucess in patients with polyps (Marvin, 1967).

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