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Methylene Blue: The Most Misunderstood Molecule in Medicine? (Dr. John Lieurance)

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Methylene Blue: History and Controversy

This chapter explores the historical discovery of methylene blue and its initial use as a malaria treatment. It discusses the compound's applications in observing tissue characteristics and its implications for cognitive health, while critiquing the pharmaceutical industry's approach to neurodegenerative diseases. The chapter also highlights the evolution of medical education influenced by the Flexner Report and calls for a reevaluation of alternative treatments in modern medicine.

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