To      :Janaki Costello
Re      :Colloidal Silver

Colloidal Silver is an antiquated product of old.  It contains a
colloidal solution of Silver Iodide suspended in gelatin.  It was used
many years ago (50-75) to treat local infections.  Since this time we
have developed many newer products that are much safer. Please remember
that Iodine in high enough concentrations can suppress thyroid function
in a neonate.

Studies in 1932 (Lott and Christian J.APh.A. 21:141) basically proved
that colloidal silver did not kill bacteria at all.  It is a worthless
product and should never be used,  much less on a breast or nipple.

Please do not recommend this product.  Certain Silver products are
excellent antibiotics,  but they require very specific formulations to
be so.

Regards
Tom Hale