Magic or Morgellons: How their Microbiome might make Morgellons Patients 'Magic'

Abstract

Although there is no scientifically reported evidence of a link between Morgellons Disease (MD) and electromagnetism, this article investigates the possible causes if different bacterial organisms to be implicated in the etiology of MD. Spirochetes, for example, the suggested main pathogen linked to MD, are electroactive and, if indeed are the underlying pathology, could cause chemical precipitation of calcium carbonate crystals, resulting in increased electrical conductivity. Microbiotas such as E.coli, Shewanella, and Listeria have previously been related to electroactive characteristics. Furthermore, the bacteria-induced deposition of pyrite, calcium carbonate, calcium alginate, and magnetite in the epidermis could explain some MD patients' inexplicable symptoms. While only some of these microorganisms are proven in MD patients, the exact etiology of the disease is yet to be determined. It's possible that we'll never find a link at all, but that doesn't rule out the possibility that one exists in the first place. In this review, we attempt to suspend disbelief that MD patients could exhibit such symptoms, and instead investigate how researchers could support their claims with science and compassion, instead of repudiating them.