New Dangers from Mobile Phone Exposure, By Brian Simpson

This study here:

https://anamihalceamdphd.substack.com/p/smart-phone-exposure-shows-rouleaux

investigates the possible effects of mobile phone exposure on blood flow and red blood cell behavior, specifically focusing on rouleaux formation (the stacking of red blood cells) in a leg vein after mobile phone radiation exposure. The hypothesis is that radiofrequency radiation from mobile phones can induce rouleaux formation, a phenomenon known to potentially increase the risk of blood clots and reduce the oxygen delivery capacity of red blood cells. The abstract:

Abstract Overview: The study involved a healthy 62-year-old female volunteer, where her popliteal vein (located in the leg) was imaged before and after a 5-minute exposure to an idle smartphone placed against her knee. The ultrasound images taken prior to exposure showed a normal vein, but after exposure, the images revealed significant changes—specifically, the vein became coarser, with sluggish blood flow and a typical appearance of rouleaux formation, which is when red blood cells stack on each other, resembling a stack of coins.

Interestingly, when the subject walked for 5 minutes after the exposure, the rouleaux formation persisted but was less dramatic, indicating that movement did not entirely reverse the changes. Follow-up studies confirmed the reproducibility of this result, suggesting that even brief exposure to mobile phone radiation may lead to observable changes in blood behavior, such as rouleaux formation.

Introduction: Rouleaux formation, which typically occurs in people exposed to electromagnetic fields, has been studied previously using static blood analysis techniques. However, these techniques can be compromised by artifacts. This study aimed to develop a non-invasive, in vivo method using ultrasonography to assess rouleaux formation directly in response to mobile phone radiation.

Method: The volunteer was exposed to a smartphone for 5 minutes, with the phone's antennas active (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular). The ultrasound imaging revealed abnormal material moving sluggishly in the veins immediately after exposure. The changes observed were consistent with rouleaux formation. A further scan after walking for 5 minutes showed reduced but still present rouleaux aggregation.

Results: After confirming the initial findings, the study repeated the exposure protocol and again saw rouleaux formation. These results are suggestive of a direct effect of mobile phone radiation on blood flow and red blood cell aggregation.

Broader Implications: The study raises concerns about the potential health impacts of prolonged mobile phone use and radiofrequency radiation exposure, particularly in relation to blood circulation and clotting risks. It also suggests that ultrasonography could serve as a non-invasive method for detecting such biological effects, potentially offering a new biomarker for exposure to electromagnetic fields.

Additionally, the article touches on recommendations from the Spanish Association of Paediatrics regarding screen time for children, noting that excessive screen use is linked to a variety of health risks, including sleep disturbances, cardiovascular problems, and negative impacts on brain development. These concerns are presented in light of the broader discussion on electromagnetic radiation's potential harm.

In conclusion, the study raises more concerns to the already existing literature on the health effects of mobile phone expose. Most people have these things, even children, proceeding as if there is nothing to be concerned about. Just like smoking in the early days, which had advertisements with doctors championing various brands of cigs.