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Saving Your Child from a Tonsil Surgery with Natural Homeopathic Medicines

By Dr. Vikas Sharma MD 140 Comments

Tonsillitis is a clinical condition with inflammation and enlargement of tonsils on one or both sides as a characteristic feature. The symptoms appear in the form of fever and pain radiating from the throat radiating to the ears, accompanied by painful swallowing.

Tonsils refer to oval-shaped masses of lymphoid tissue at the back of the throat, one on either side. Meant for protection, tonsils act as the first line of defense by trapping germs like bacteria and virus which one may have inhaled or ingested. They enter the throat and cause an infection. Tonsils produce lymphocytes which kill the virus/bacteria entering the throat. In the process of fighting such infections frequently, the tonsils become vulnerable to infection and at some point, they also get inflamed due to infection.

Homeopathic medicines for tonsils

How effective is Homoeopathy in fighting Tonsillitis

Homeopathic remedies have proven to be effective in cases of tonsillitis recurring frequently. Homeopathy is a highly advanced science that takes the inside-out approach to all diseases, including tonsillitis, starting from the root cause and with time, curing the condition without the need for surgical intervention. Tonsillitis is treated best by homeopathy by following a two-step treatment process. First, homeopathic medicines are administered to treat the acute symptoms of tonsillitis. And second, homeopathy treats the chronic tendency towards recurrent tonsillitis. Homeopathic medicines boosts the body’s immunity and make it strong enough to fight infections quickly.

Homeopathy works wonderfully in acute/chronic cases of tonsillitis

Homeopathic remedies work really well in acute tonsillitis as well as in cases of chronic/recurrent tonsillitis. If one opts for homeopathy at the onset of acute tonsillitis it helps soothe throat pain, reduces tonsil inflammation, and cuts short the recuperation time. Homeopathy aids natural recovery by improving the body’s healing mechanism to fight infection-causing agents and getting rid of it naturally. In chronic recurrent cases, the primary aim of homeopathic remedies is to build a child’s immunity and prevent recurrent infections that lead to increased frequency of tonsillitis. With the use of homeopathic medicines, the frequency and intensity of frequent tonsil inflammation gradually decreases.

Holistic and individualized homeopathic treatment 

There are no particular remedies that can be administered in every case of tonsillitis just based on its diagnosis. In every case, the medicine is administered from among numerous medicines for tonsillitis given in homeopathic therapeutics. The individual characteristic symptoms are given importance based on which the prescription is made. So homeopathic remedies vary from one case to another. Also, the medicine varies both for acute and chronic cases. Therefore, it is advised to always consult a qualified homeopath for medicine prescriptions and avoid self-medication.

Homeopathy is safe to use

Homeopathy is a great choice to treat cases of tonsillitis as it does not lead to any harmful side-effects. The medicines administered to manage these cases are very natural and, hence, are safe to use. These are highly diluted medicines that work wonderfully in patients of all age groups. Since children are more prone to the disease, homeopathy is the safest treatment method as it works in a very gentle way. These are also easy to administer to the children mainly administered in the form of sweet pills.

In conventional mode, tonsillitis is treated by using mostly antibiotics. However, that does not treat the root cause and can have several side-effects. The use of homeopathic medicines as prescribed by a doctor targets the root cause and its regular course helps reduce the dependence on antibiotics to a big extent.

Homoeopathy: A Gentle alternative to surgical intervention

Homeopathic treatment is a safe and very effective alternative to surgery. If possible, surgery of tonsils should be avoided as the tonsils form an important part of the body’s first line of immune defense. Their removal could impact overall immunity and makes the person more prone to infections. Homeopathic remedies, when prescribed by a qualified homeopath, not only manages the disease well but also helps in improving the individual’s recurrent tendency for tonsillitis.

Top 10 Homeopathic Medicines For Tonsillitis

The 10 most administered medicines for the treatment  of tonsillitis in homeopathy are Belladonna, Mercurius Solubilis , Hepar Sulphuricum, Calcarea Carbonica, Psorinum, Mercurius Iodatus Ruber, Mercurius Iodatus Flavus,Ferrum Phosphoricum, Baryta Carbonica and Streptococcinum.

1. Belladonna – For Acute Tonsillitis With Red Swollen Painful Tonsils 

Belladonna is the top recommended medicine for treating acute tonsillitis. The key signal indicating its use is red, swollen enlarged tonsils with noticeable pain. The pain gets worse while swallowing mainly liquids and the throat remains dry. Fever with intense heat in the body is another accompanying factor. Heat, constriction (tightening), and lump in the throat may also be felt.

When to use Belladonna?

For acute tonsillitis, it is a wonderful medicine that can be used when tonsils are red, and swollen with extreme throat pain.

How to use Belladonna?

–One may take this medicine in 30C power three to four times daily in the beginning at a minimum three-hour interval.

–When there is relief, one can reduce the dose to two times a day.ay.

2. Mercurius Solubilis – For Pain In Tonsils Extending To Ears

Mercurius Solubilis is a very effective medicine for the treatment of tonsillitis, especially, when pain in the tonsils extends to the ears while swallowing food. The nature of pain is mainly stitching type. When one examines the throat, the tonsils look dark red and ulcers or white spots on the tonsils can be present. Excessive salivation is also observed, along with foul odor from the mouth.

When to use Mercurius Solubilis?

Merc Sol is an ideal prescription for cases that present with tonsil pain that radiates to the ear while swallowing along with increased salivation and bad breath.

How to use Mercurius Solubilis?

– This medicine works wonders in 30C power. Use of Merc Sol 30C should be limited to one or two times daily.day.

3. Hepar Sulphuricum – For Infected Tonsils and Quinsy

Hepar Sulphuricum is a wonderful medicine in treating infected tonsils with pus points on tonsils and Quinsy (also known as peritonsillar abscess (in which pus accumulates behind the tonsils). The key symptoms are stitching pain in the throat and pain from throat extends to the ear. There is intense pain while talking or swallowing food.

Sensation of a lump or splinter (a sharp piece of glass or wood) stuck in the throat is felt. The patient may hawk up yellowish mucus.

When to use Hepar Sulph?

Hepar Sulph is administered in cases where tonsils are infected with pus points on tonsils or pus collection takes place behind tonsils (Quinsy).

How to use Hepar Sulph?

–It can be used in various potencies, but 30C potency is the most preferred one. Its use is recommended in mild to moderate cases.

–It is best to administer this medicine for infected tonsils or Quinsy only after consulting a qualified homeopath. He will make a decision if the tonsil is mild and controllable with homeopathic medicines or severe that could require treatment through conventional mode.

–In severe cases with extremely enlarged tonsils (with excessive pus behind them) blocking the throat, drainage of pus, one should urgently seek allopathic intervention.

4. Calcarea Carbonica – To Treat Recurrent Tonsillitis

Calcarea Carbonica is a great remedy to treat recurrent tonsillitis. After recovery from acute tonsillitis phase, this medicine can be used as an intercurrent remedy (treatment for some chronic disease that is hindering the cure of some other ailment) to treat the tendency to have recurrent tonsillitis. A key symptom to administer Calcarea Carbonica is the tendency to often catch cold. Even slight exposure to cold air affects the throat and tonsils.

When to use Calcarea Carbonica?

Calcarea Carbonica is prescribed to treat the tendency to have recurrent tonsillitis. It helps boost the immunity to fight throat infections naturally.

How to use Calcarea Carbonica?

— It can be used in low (30C) as well high potencies (like 200C and 1M). The dose differs on a case-to-case basis.

— Usually used in 30C power, it can be administered one to two times daily. However, high potencies are usually given on a weekly (once a week) basis or in some cases fortnightly (one dose every 15 days).

— It’s best to consult a qualified homeopath who will identify the right potency and also will guide regarding the repetition of this medicine.

5. Psorinum – To Treat Tendency To Recurrent Infected Tonsillitis 

Psorinum is an effective remedy in building immunity to prevent recurrent infected tonsillitis (tonsillitis with pus points on tonsils) and Quinsy (pus accumulation behind tonsils).

This medicine reduce susceptibility to recurrent throat infections. Those who need it have noticeable swollen tonsils, pain while swallowing, and thick mucus in the throat.

Also, there is an accompanying foul-smelling salivation and hawking of cheesy mucus bits having a bad taste and smell. There is recurrent pus formation behind the tonsils.

When to use Psorinum?

It can be used by those who suffer from infected tonsillitis repeatedly.

How to use Psorinum?

–Psorinum is mostly used in 200C or even higher potencies like 1M. It is a slightly strong medicine, and thus should be used just one or two times a month.

–For correct potency and dose, kindly consult a homeopathic doctor.

6. Mercurius Iodatus Ruber – For Left-sided Tonsillitis

Mercurius Iodatus Ruber is mainly administered for treating left-sided tonsillitis. This medicine is used for swollen tonsils with dark red fauces (area between the cavity of mouth and pharynx) on the left side, the sensation of a lump in the throat, and disposition to hawk.

When to use Mercurius Iodatus Ruber?

A patient with left-sided tonsil inflammation can be administered this medicine.

How to use Mercurius Iodatus Ruber?

Right dose to initiate this medicine is 30C power two times a day.

7. Mercurius Iodatus Flavus – For Right-sided Tonsillitis

Mercurius Iodatus Flavus is mainly used for tonsillitis of the right side. The key symptom pointing towards its use are swollen tonsils on the right side, sticky mucus in the throat and constant urge to swallow. Other symptoms that one may feel are lumps in the throat with relief that sets in by ingesting cold liquids.

When to use Mercurius Iodatus Flavus?

This medicine is specific for tonsillitis on the right side.

How to use Mercurius Iodatus Flavus?

The usual recommended dose is twice a day in 30C power.

8. Ferrum Phosphoricum — For Early, Congestive Stage Of Tonsilitis

Ferrum Phosphoricum works very well in the early, congestive stage of tonsillitis, before suppuration sets in. The tonsils appear red and swollen, with heat felt in the mouth. It especially suits patients who are prone to cold leading to sore throat. The Eustachian tube may be inflamed. Other accompanying factors include hoarseness in voice from straining, and it is also useful in sore throat of singers.

When to use Ferrum Phosphoricum?

It is administered in the early congestive stage of tonsillitis, when the tonsils are red and swollen.

How to use Ferrum Phosphoricum?

–It can be started with 30C power one or two times a day.

–Higher potencies such as 200C, 1M can be given only under the guidance of a qualified homoeopathic physician.

9. Baryta Carbonica – For Suppurating Tonsils From Every Cold

Baryta Carbonica is administered for chronic and recurrent tonsillitis, particularly to patients who catch cold easily, resulting in recurrent inflammation and enlargement of the tonsils. The tonsils are inflamed swollen, and often indurated, with stinging, smarting, and stitching pains. There is a noticeable tendency for the tonsils to suppurate after every exposure to cold, often leading to quinsy(Pus collection behind the tonsils). A key symptom is the sensation of a lump or a plug in the throat, with smarting pain during swallowing. One can swallow liquids easily, though solid food causes gagging, choking as soon as it reaches the oesophagus.

When to use Baryta Carbonica?

It works well when there is a marked tendency for the tonsils to suppurate if there is exposure to cold.

How to use Baryta Carbonica?

–It can be initiated in lower potency that is 30C, one or two times daily.

–Repetition of medicines should be carried out under the supervision of a qualified homoeopath.

10. Streptococcinum – For Managing Strep Throat

Streptococcinum is a specific remedy for managing strep throat infections. The symptoms to administer this medicine are swollen, enlarged tonsils, infected tonsils, and recurrent tonsillitis. The tonsils may get infected with purulent (pus) matter.

When to use Streptococcinum?

– This medicine is specifically administered to manage cases of strep throat along with conventional mode of treatment.

– Since strep throat has intense symptoms and may lead to serious complications, it is best to use this medicine only after consulting a practicing homeopath.

How to use Streptococcinum?

This medicine should not be administered without a homeopath’s advice. Consult a homeopath for its prescription who after studying the case history thoroughly will recommend its potency and repetition.

Note The above remedy can be administered in mild to moderate cases of acute tonsillitis for about a week. If the condition does not improve, it is advised to consult a homeopath to decide the future course of action. In case of a sore throat with very high fever, extreme difficulty in swallowing, difficulty in breathing and speaking, extreme weakness, pus formation on/ behind tonsils or in case of strep throat, do not self-medicate. Instead seek a doctor’s advice.

Types Of Tonsillitis

Tonsils are the masses of lymphoid tissue that form a part of our immune system. Mainly there are four types of tonsils–

1. Palatine tonsils: A pair of tonsils located on either side of the oropharynx. They are the most commonly inflamed tonsils.

2. Pharyngeal tonsils or adenoids: A single tonsil located in the roof and posterior wall of nasopharynx, behind the nasal cavity. Most commonly enlarged in children.

3. Lingual tonsils: Multiple small nodules of lymphoid tissue at the base of the tongue.

4. Tubal tonsils: A pair of tonsils present near the opening of auditory tube on each side of nasopharynx.

–All the tonsils form a ring i.e waldeyer’s ring around the nasopharynx and oropharynx.

Causes Behind Tonsillitis

 Viral infections: Tonsillitis mainly are a result of viral infections, like influenza virus, adenovirus (responsible for causing common cold and sore throat), rhinovirus (that commonly cause common cold), parainfluenza virus, enterovirus, Epstein – Barr virus.

Bacterial infection: Tonsillitis could be a result of a bacterial infection. The most common bacteria that cause tonsillitis is Group A beta-haemolytic streptococcus.

Infection of tonsils with this bacteria is popularly called strep throat leads to pain and inflammation in the throat and tonsils. Strep throat is highly contagious and spreads quickly from one person to another through , touch, cough, or sneeze. It is very common in school-going children and among teenagers. Major complications may arise in strep throat infection if not treated properly well in time. These include rheumatic fever (inflammatory condition affecting joints, heart nervous system and skin) and post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (kidney inflammation). Bacteria other than this, however, can also cause tonsillitis, for example, staphylococcus aureus, chlamydia pneumonia, mycoplasma pneumonia.

Signs And Symptoms Of Tonsillitis

— The main signs and symptoms include red, swollen tonsils along with pain in the throat which is the first indicating symptom of tonsillitis.

— The pain usually aggravates while swallowing. The pain may be one-sided or appear on both sides depending upon which tonsil is involved.

— The other symptoms that may occur are difficulty in swallowing, fever, bad/fetid breath, scratchy voice, headache, ear pain, and neck pain. Whitish/yellowish pus spots may also appear on the tonsils. The glands in the neck may be tender and swollen. In chronic cases, tonsil stones (debris collection on tonsils) may form. In young kids, excessive drooling of saliva, increased irritability/fussiness, vomiting, low appetite, and stomach pain can be noticed.

Clinical Grading of Tonsils

— Normal: Tonsils not enlarged.

— Mild enlargement: A bit enlarged, but not obstructing the air passage.

— Moderate enlargement: Partially obstructing the oropharynx.

— Severe enlargement: Markedly enlarged, causing airway obstruction or “kissing tonsils.”

Types Of Tonsillitis

 Acute Tonsillitis: In this type, the symptoms remain for 3 to 4 days but in some cases may linger for 2 weeks.

Follicular tonsillitis: In some cases, acute tonsillitis may progress to follicular tonsillitis in which the crypts (tube-like invaginations from the surface epithelium of tonsils) get filled with debris and pus.

— It presents as yellowish or whitish spots at the opening of the crypts on the tonsils which gives a follicular appearance.

— In the case of chronic follicular tonsillitis, the crypts get filled with infected cheesy

Chronic Tonsillitis: A person suffers from acute tonsillitis several times in a year for short durations.

Recurrent Tonsillitis: The symptoms last for a longer duration, more than two weeks.

Risk Factors

 Though tonsillitis can affect anyone but certain factors increase the risk

1. Young age: Tonsillitis is more common among young children. Very young children are at high risk of tonsillitis from viral infection and those between 5 years to 15 years are susceptible to contract tonsillitis from bacterial infections. However, tonsillitis can occur at any age though chances are less as compared to The reason is the immune function of tonsils declines after puberty which may be the reason for reduced chances of tonsillitis in adults.

2. Germ exposure: Excessive germ exposure in children puts them at a greater Children remain in close contact with the same age group in parks, school, play ways, etc. which exposes them more to virus/bacteria that causes tonsillitis.

How Does Tonsillitis Spread?

Tonsillitis is very contagious and spreads from one person to another via direct contact. A person with tonsillitis can spread the infection spreading agents in the air as well as nearby objects every time he sneezes or coughs. Tonsillitis may also spread via direct inhalation of the air droplets carrying infection-causing agents or indirectly by touching these infected objects and then touching the nose/mouth with the same hands. One may also contract tonsillitis via kissing an infected person or sharing utensils of a person having tonsillitis.

How to diagnose Tonsillitis?

Tonsillitis is mostly diagnosed through clinical examination. Further investigations may be needed in recurrent or severe cases, or when complications are suspected. A throat swab can be performed to detect recurrent streptococcal infection. Blood tests, such as a complete blood count (CBC), help differentiate between bacterial and viral causes. Imaging studies, including a CT scan of the neck, are used for ruling out peritonsillar abscess and other complications.

Complications Of Tonsillitis

Complications associated with tonsillitis include

1. Middle ear infection 2. Difficulty in breathing

2. Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Breathing is disrupted during sleep

3. Peritonsillar abscess: The collection of pus behind the tonsils is referred to as peritonsillar abscess, also known as It is a rare, but very serious complication of tonsillitis. It can grow large and block the throat resulting in difficult breathing and swallowing. If not treated, the infection can spread to the chest, lungs or neck.

4. Tonsillar cellulitis: Spread of infection deeply to nearby

5. In tonsillitis with group A streptococcal bacteria e. strep throat infection, the serious complications include rheumatic fever and post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis.

Preventive measures to avoid Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis can be prevented through a combination of healthy lifestyle habits, good hygiene, and early management of infections with homeopathic medicines. Proper hand hygiene, along with maintaining oral hygiene through regular brushing, flossing, and gargling with saline water, helps keep away the throat infection. Avoiding direct contact with people who have respiratory tract infections can considerably reduce the spread of infection. A balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals, along with adequate hydration, strengthens the immune system. Avoiding exposure to pollution and cigarette smoke also helps protect the tonsils. Daily exercise and managing stress through meditation, breathing exercises, and yoga further boosts overall immune system.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. ​What are Tonsil stones?

Tonsil stones are hard, small, whitish or yellowish deposits that form in the crypts of the tonsils. They are made up of trapped food particles, dead cells, mucus, and bacteria, that gradually calcify.

2. ​Is tonsillitis more common in children?

Yes,  Tonsillitis is very common in children aged 5–15 years due to developing immunity and frequent exposure to infections.

3. ​Does tonsillitis affect speech or voice?

Yes, temporary hoarseness of voice may be felt due to swollen tonsils.

4. ​Are adenoiditis and tonsillitis different?

Yes, both the conditions differ from one another. Adenoiditis is the inflammation of adenoids located behind the nose, commonly in children. It causes nasal blockage, breathing from the mouth, snoring, and nasal speech. Tonsillitis is the inflammation of tonsils present on either side of the throat. It causes painful swallowing, sore throat, fever, and enlarged visible tonsils.

5.  ​Are homoeopathic medicines safe for children with tonsillitis?

Yes, homoeopathic medicines are absolutely safe and gentle for children. It should be administered under the guidance of qualified homoeopath.

6. ​When should I consult a doctor urgently despite homoeopathic treatment?

If there is constant high fever, intense pain, difficulty in swallowing, or abscess formation, seek medical help at once.

7. ​Can homoeopathis mode of treatment go along side conventional medicines?

Yes, it can be administered alongside conventional medicines. Minimum gap of 25-30 minutes should be maintained between both the medicines.

8. ​How long does homoeopathic treatment take in cases of tonsillitis?

The duration of treatment depends on how chronic and intense the symptoms are. Gradual improvement is usually seen within 10–15 days. In some cases, a minimum of 4–6 months is required for good results.

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Top 3 Natural Homeopathic Remedies for Treating Head Injuries

By Dr. Vikas Sharma MD 132 Comments

Head injury broadly includes any injury that occurs on the scalp, skull or the brain. A head injury can vary from a mild bump on the scalp to a severe brain injury. A minor head injury may lead to confusion or a headache. On the other hand, a significant head injury may lead to memory loss, coma or death. Head injuries are broadly categorized into two types – closed head injury and open/penetrating head injury. In case of closed head injury, the skull does not break. Breaking of the skull by an object, and its entry into or on the brain is referred to as an open or penetrating head injury. Homeopathic medicine for head injury helps relieve pain and treats the associated problems following a head injury. Arnica, for example, is an excellent homeopathic first-aid remedy for head injuries.

Causes of Head Injuries

There are several causes of a head injury, which include: – accidents (on a roadside, at home, or at the workplace) – falling and hurting the head – physical assault (getting into a fight, domestic violence, childhood abuse, etc.) – sports injuries (as in skateboarding, soccer, football, hockey, etc. ) – Gunshot wounds

Types of Head Injuries

The different types of head injuries are: Intracranial Bleeding – It refers to bleeding in the skull. Lacerations to the scalp – Tearing of skin that results in an irregular wound. Subdural hematoma, epidural hematoma – Collection of blood outside the blood vessels is referred to as a hematoma. Bleeding below the dura mater (one of the three layers that cover the brain and spinal cord) is known as subdural hematoma while bleeding between dura mater and skull is known as an epidural hematoma. Concussions -Concussions arise from a blow to the head in which the brain gets shaken and hits against the wall of the skull. Cerebral contusions – Bruising of the brain tissue is known as a cerebral contusion. Skull fracture – A break in the skull bone is known as a skull fracture. It is further divided into four types – linear, depressed, diastatic and basilar skull fracture.

Symptoms of a Head Injury

The symptoms of a head injury can be felt immediately or develop slowly over a couple of hours or days. The intensity of symptoms depends upon the severity of the head injury. The signs of a minor head injury and a major head injury are different.

Symptoms: Minor Head Injury

The symptoms of a minor head injury include dizziness, feeling foggy in the brain, confusion, headache, nausea, ringing in the ears, sensitivity to light/noise, a bump or swollen area on the scalp ( a bruise) or a small superficial cut in the scalp.

Symptoms: Major Head Injury

The symptoms of major or serious head injury include:

  • loss of consciousness
  • vomiting
  • change in the size of pupils of eyes
  • leaking of clear fluid or blood from the nose, ears or mouth
  • problems in balance/ coordination
  • inability to move any of the limbs
  • slurred speech
  • stiff neck
  • blurred vision
  • impaired hearing/smell/taste
  • abnormal eye movements
  • loss of memory (amnesia)
  • difficulty walking
  • a severe headache
  • serious disorientation
  • low breathing rate
  • weakness in one side of the body
  • a deep cut in the scalp
  • behavioral changes (including irritability)

Homeopathy for Head Injury

Any head injury needs urgent medical attention. Homeopathic medicines can effectively treat acute head injuries as well as the long-term effects that develop due to an injury. However, it should be noted that in case of head injuries, conventional treatment should be taken along with homeopathic treatment. This is because the head injury can be severe and conventional medicines may be required for emergency care. Among the various homeopathic medicines for a head injury, the top ones include Arnica Montana, Natrum Sulph, and Cicuta Virosa. These are homeopathic medicines prepared from naturally occurring substances and treat head injuries in a very safe, gentle manner without any side effects.

Top three Homeopathic Medicines for Head Injury

Arnica Montana – Homeopathic Medicine for Head Injury

Arnica Montana is a top homeopathic medicine for a head injury. It has a high healing capacity and works in a very effective manner in case of a head injury from falls, blows, or those arising from blunt instruments. Hematomas, concussions, contusions are all treated well with Arnica Montana. It is also indicated for skull fractures. Arnica Montana should be used as a first aid homeopathic medicine in case of head injury. Soon after a head injury, a state of shock, confusion, drowsiness, stupor that appears can be dealt well with this homeopathic medicine. The extreme pain, soreness, tenderness of head following an injury, a burning / heated sensation in the head, meningitis following head injury can be treated with Arnica. In case of meningitis, a great stupor and an excessive inclination to vomit are indications to use this medicine.

Natrum Sulph – Homeopathic Medicine for Head Injury – Chronic Effects

Homeopathic medicine Natrum Sulph an effective treatment for the chronic effects of a head injury. It helps treat mental troubles arising from a head injury. Depression following head injury is a prominent feature to use this medicine. Here, the important indicating features to use this medicine are sadness, tearfulness, aversion to living and suicidal thoughts. In addition to that, a dislike to speak or be spoken to is present. Other symptoms include a low spirit, ill humor, irritability, and anxiety. It also helps treat epilepsy that may develop after a head injury. Natrum Sulph also works well to treat headaches that follow a head injury, along with pain at the back of the neck.

Cicuta Virosa – Homeopathic Medicine for Head Injury followed by Epilepsy

Cicuta Virosa is a homeopathic medicine for a head injury that is followed by epilepsy (seizures). Violent convulsions with distortions of limb, bending of the head, neck, and spine backward are the most prominent feature to use this medicine. Other significant symptoms include froth from the mouth, rolling of eyes up, and dilated pupils. Most of the times, a spasm begins in the head and travels down. Prolonged unconsciousness follows an episode of convulsions. Extreme weakness following the convulsions, convulsions triggered by noise, and visual disturbances as a result of head injuries are indicative of this medicine.

Other Important Homeopathic Medicines for Head Injury 

Apart from these medicines, some other significant homeopathic medicines are used for treating a head injury and its effects. These include Helleborus Niger, Conium Maculatum, Hypericum Perforatum, Belladonna and Calendula Officinalis. The key indications for using these homeopathic medicines are as follows:

Helleborus Niger – Homeopathic medicine for Head Injury – Altered Mental Functioning

Helleborus Niger is a homeopathic medicine for a head injury that leads to altered mental functioning, with symptoms like confusion, slowness of perception, inattention, drowsiness, dullness and weakness/loss of memory. Unintelligible muttering, constant thoughtless staring at one spot, slowness in responding, indifferent behavior, anxiety, boring head in a pillow, rolling head from side to side, beating head with hands, picking of lips/clothes, and fixed dilated pupils are other symptoms that indicate the need for Helleborus Niger.

Conium Maculatum – Homeopathic Medicine for Head Injury – Vertigo

Conium Maculatum is a homeopathic medicine for head injury followed by vertigo. In such cases, vertigo gets worse when turning the head sideways. Lying down and turning in bed may worsen vertigo. In some cases, worsening of vertigo due to a noise or an eye movement is also noted. Vertigo with an inclination to fall sideways is also treated well with Conium.

Hypericum Perforatum – Homeopathic Medicine for Head Injury – Headaches

Hypericum Perforatum is a homeopathic medicine for a head injury that is followed by headaches. Soreness of eyes with a headache, a sensation of being lifted up high in the air are the main symptoms. Hypericum is also indicated for treating a fracture of the skull, and for open wounds with weakness due to blood loss.

Belladonna – Homeopathic Medicine for Head Injury followed by Brain Inflammation

Belladonna is a prominent homeopathic medicine for brain inflammation following a head injury. The symptoms to use this medicine include fever, severe headache, heat in the head, flushed face, frequent full pulse, stiff neck, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, boring head in a pillow, and convulsions.

Calendula Officinalis – Homeopathic Medicine for Lacerated Wounds of Scalp

Calendula Officinalis is a natural homeopathic medicine used to treat lacerated wounds of the scalp. It helps heal an injury that is attended by features like wounds on the scalp that are raw, inflamed and are highly painful, along with an occurrence of fever. This medicine helps in reducing pain, inflammation, promoting healthy granulation and preventing suppuration. Calendula Officinalis is also indicated for compound fractures of the skull.

Head Injury: Complications

The major complications of head injury are: Meningitis Inflammation of the protective membranes (meninges) of the brain and spinal cord is known as meningitis. If not treated immediately it can cause permanent damage to the brain and may also prove to be fatal life-threatening. The symptoms of meningitis include a very high fever, headache, stiff neck, nausea/vomiting, skin rash, and seizures. Hydrocephalus An abnormal fluid buildup in the ventricles of the brain is referred to as hydrocephalus. Excess fluid puts pressure on the brain and damages it. To prevent permanent brain damage, quick treatment is required. The symptoms include a headache, neck pain, sleepiness, vomiting, blurred vision/double vision, confusion, eyes fixing downward, poor coordination, and seizures. Coma Coma is a state of an extended period of unconsciousness. The person in a coma doesn’t respond to the environment and cannot be awakened by any stimulation. Coma in head injury may arise from swelling in the brain or a brain hemorrhage. Seizures Seizures arise from abnormal electrical activity in the brain. The symptoms of seizures include uncontrollable shaking of the body, temporary confusion, unconsciousness and a staring spell. The symptoms tend to last for 30 seconds to 2 – 3 minutes. When a tendency of seizures develops, the condition is known as epilepsy.

Important Preventive Measures

Head injuries, whether minor or major, can lead to long-term problems. It is important to get timely treatment in case a head injury has occurred. Preventing head injuries is important, and the following measures can be taken to avoid traumatic brain injuries :

  • Always Wear helmets while driving bikes, bicycle, or while participating in sports activities like skating.
  • Do not drive after consuming alcohol.
  • Make it a habit of wearing a seat belt when sitting in a car.n

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Sinusitis – Homeopathy for Sinusitis

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Sinusitis in Cold Weather – Homeopathy

Although sinusitis can occur in any weather but for those who suffer from sensitivity to cold weather, sinusitis can be a major issue in these months. ‘Sinusitis’ is a term referred to the inflammation of the sinuses (4 pair of air spaces in the skull). People who are sensitive to cold weather have a tendency to develop recurrent colds cough and sinusitis. Cold weather itself does not cause sinusitis but predisposes individuals who are sensitive to cold weather to develop recurrent colds and upper respiratory infections, which in turn causes issues like sinusitis. Homeopathy has an excellent treatment for sinusitis and also for helps in treating ones ‘cold weather sensitivity’ very effectively – Thereby by improving ones resistance to cold weather related problems. [Read more…]

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gastric problems and homeopathy

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NUX Vomica is a remedy for many conditions of modern life. The typical Nux patient does a good deal of mental work. He has mental strains and leads a sedentary life. He is engaged in prolonged office work, deep study and close application to business with its attendant cares and anxieties. Indoor life and mental strain seek stimulants – coffee, wine, possibly in excess; or again, he hopes to quieten his excitement by indulging in the “pleasures” of tobacco. He may become a victim of seductive drugs like opium.

These things are associated with other indulgences. At the table, he takes, preferably, rich and stimulating food. Wine plays a part in making him forget the stress of the day. Late hours are a consequence; a thick head, sluggish digestion (constipation, acidity and excessive gas formation), and irritable temper are the next day’s lot. Nux Vomica 200, one dose at night for a week, with rest and no stimulants, can wash away the blues.

Curing acidity

Acidity tends to have a much higher incidence in highly emotional and nervous individuals. The consumption of alcohol, highly spicy foodstuff, non-vegetarian diets, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) also predispose one to gastric acidity. Natrum Phos leads a group of homoeopathic medicines used against acidity. The indications for its use include: a burning sensation in the chest behind the sternum (breast-bone) which can originate from the stomach and extend even to the throat; this burning may also be accompanied by sour vomiting, and often a yellow creamy-coated tongue; Natrum Phos 30c four times a day for a week will reduce the acidity.

Another homoeopathic medicine, Arsenic Album, is well suited only if these symptoms occur around midnight – the 30c potency of Arsenic Album can be used in a similar way. A suitable diet must be strictly followed, avoiding spicy, salty and acidic food. Smoking and alcohol must be stopped. Those with a highly nervous and emotional disposition and those involved in high-stress jobs must be encouraged to take lifestyle-modifying measures.profile pic

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First Aid In Winters

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In winters, ailments like chilblains, cold, headache and fever usually catch us all of a sudden. In such situations, the right homoeopathic medicine, that too prescribed well in time, can be of great help. So, why do we not have our own first-aid homoeopathic kit at home? Here are three important medicines that can be used as first aid in winters when proper medical help is not possible.

 

Aconite the first choice

 

Well, if ever there can be a real antidote to the ill-effects of cold, aconite is the one.

After an exposure to cold, when the first symptoms show up, is the time to use aconite (runny nose, sneezing, itchiness in the throat or nose, shivering, etc). It is also very effective in controlling breathing difficulties after such a cause. Believe it or not, if you are quick enough to antidote your exposure within the first hour or so, aconite can abort the attack within no time.

Aconite is indicated after an exposure to dry cold weather, cold air, etc. It is also very useful when the symptoms are noticed due to perspiration having been checked by sudden exposure to cold. Remember that aconite is only indicated in the first few hours of exposure when the symptoms have just started occurring. Three doses of aconitum napelus 30c spaced at an interval of 10 minutes should serve as a proverbial stitch in time.

 

How to stay warm

 

The simple principle: Never go out without adequate clothing, however briefly. Avoid your clothing getting wet, through sweat or water. Dry it as soon as possible if this happens

 

Dress up in layers: Dressing up in several layers of clothes (preferably woollens) can significantly help in reducing the loss of heat. Remember that three light shirts are warmer than one thick one Double or triple your pair of socks if you suffer from cold feet.

 

Cover your nose: We lose one-thirds of our body heat by our head and 50 per cent of that is actually lost by the nose.

So cover your nose and you will really feel the difference. Don’t forget covering your head too.

 

Belladonna the surest bet

 

All those who have used or studied homoeopathy know how sure one is while using belladonna when symptoms of inflammation set in after an exposure.

Although its stage comes after aconite, it can be used directly if one hasn’t had the opportunity to use aconite. Belladonna is indicated when inflammation sets in. Cardinal symptoms of inflammation, as we are taught, are heat, redness, swelling and pain. For example, it is indicated in conditions such as fever after exposure, sore throat (congested, painful and red on examination), headache and all other inflammatory conditions that occur due to exposure. Three doses of 30c potency of belladonna repeated after an interval of every hour should suffice.

 

Agaricus for chilblains

 

Winters are a menace for those who suffer from chilblains. Chilblains are a painful abnormal reaction of the small blood vessels in the skin when exposed to cold temperatures. Chilblains appear as small itchy, red areas on the skin. These are common on the toes, but can also affect the fingers and the face (especially the nose and the ears). Three doses of agaricus 30c in a day for a period of four days should be sufficient to control the suffering.

If one finds limited or no relief after using the prescribed medicines, make sure that you consult a professional. The above mentioned first-aid medicines should be used only when actual medical help is not readily available

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Pulsatilla for Women

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Pulsatilla is a delicate, perennial plant that has been used since the 18th century for ulcers, cataracts, and depression. In homeopathic use, it is an important plant remedy used to treat a wide variety of conditions. More commonly used as a female remedy, it suits people with an adaptable, indecisive, peaceful temperament.

It is commonly known by the name windflower, pasque flower, and anemone pratensis. It belongs to the family Ranunculaceae. It commonly grows in Central and Northern Europe and some parts of South of England. Use of pasque flower has been made since ages mainly for eye complaints. In ancient times, ‘Dioscorides’ remarked it as a remedy for a headache and ophthalmia (eye inflammation). After its proving by Dr. Hahnemann in the year 1805, it has been employed to treat many ailments in homeopathy. It is a polychrest medicine, and in homeopathy, it is primarily used for treating diseases related to female organs, eyes, nose, ears, GIT, and sleep issues.  Pulsatilla

Preparation

Homeopathic medicine is prepared from the fresh windflower plant when in flower. This plant is collected and made it into a pulp which is then soaked in alcohol. It is then strained and diluted. Following this, it undergoes the process of succussion for making potencies for homeopathic use.

The ‘Pulsatilla’ Constitution

It is suited to women of a kind, affectionate, imaginative, extremely excitable, gentle, bashful personality with a yielding disposition. Sadness and weeping spells frequently appear among them. They are indecisive, slow, plethoric, nervous, have a changeable disposition. They are easily led and easily persuaded, easily moved to laughter or tears.

Scope as a Homeopathic Medicine

1. For Female Disorders

This remedy has a marked action on the ovaries and uterus and effectively helps treat many female disorders.

It is a top grade remedy for menstrual irregularities and is indicated in cases where the periods do not arrive in a proper cycle. They may appear late or early with no fixed pattern, and there may be inter-menstrual bleeding. As a remedy, it helps regulate menses and is considered to be a prime remedy for treating menstrual irregularities in girls during puberty. It also helps women who are anemic and suffering from menstrual problems.

In cases of amenorrhea, where the menses are late or suppressed, it helps establish the menstrual flow. The key indication to use this medicine here is a feeling that the menses would appear, but they fail to do so. Along with suppressed periods, pain in the uterus, nausea, and vomiting may be present. Difficult or painful urination and periods that are short and where the flow is scanty (oligomenorrhea) are other indications.

2. Natural PCOS Treatment

In cases of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, it works to moderate the hormonal levels and help the body dissolve the cysts to correct menstrual irregularities.

3. Leucorrhoea (Vaginal Discharges)

Leucorrhoea or abnormal vaginal discharge is also treated well with this remedy. Its use is best indicated in cases where the vaginal discharge is creamy, thin, thick mucus or milky colored. The discharge may be acrid and cause itching and burning in the vagina. There may be associated back pain, weakness, and exhaustion.

4. PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome)

It is frequently used in cases of PMS (premenstrual syndrome) TO manage symptoms like irritability, sadness, low mood, weeping spells, and mood swings.

5. Painful Periods (Dysmenorrhoea)

This remedy is used to treat the pain associated with periods in women. Symptoms like cramping, cutting, or spasms in the uterus, nausea, and vomiting can be treated with this medicine. The menstrual flow in such cases is usually black and coagulated. The woman may experience excessive restlessness, toss around in bed and have a pale face. Chilliness along with uterine colic, a sense of heaviness in the abdomen, thigh pain, and backache are other indicative symptoms. Some women may also have diarrhea and strain while passing stools.

6. Ailments During Pregnancy

It is indicated for ailments like morning sickness and varicose veins that some women experience during pregnancy. It may also be used in cases of abortion from fright, puerperal mania (a rare mood disorder), and uterine infection causing fever post childbirth.

7. Mental Complaints

It has proved to be an effective remedy for treating complaints related to the mind. It is frequently used to treat cases of depression in people who are very sensitive and emotional. A person in need of this remedy would typically be sad, have frequent spells of crying, be excessively irritable, and need constant consolation. When prescribed correctly it can also help a person overcome long-standing or silent grief. It is also a remedy used to treat mood swings where a person switches their mood from sadness to happiness and from laughter to weeping at the blink of an eye. It is also prominently indicated for claustrophobia (fear of closed, small, narrow spaces) and fright.

8. Gastrointestinal Problems

It is a well-indicated for treating many gastrointestinal ailments like indigestion caused by consumption of fatty, greasy food, milk, and cream. The main indication for using this remedy for digestive ailments is gas in the abdomen, pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and heartburn. It is also used to treat milk allergies and lactose intolerance.

9. Complaints of the Eye

It is highly effective for treating a number of eye complaints. It works well in cases of conjunctivitis where there is thick, yellow, profuse discharge from the eyes. Itching and burning in the eyes and sticking together of eyelids while sleeping are some associated symptoms. It also works well to treat styes on the upper eyelid, and keratoconus.

10. Complaints of the Ear

It is considered to be an excellent remedy for ear infections, and conditions like otitis externa, and otitis media. It is indicated in cases where there is a discharge of thick, yellow, yellowish – green, bland pus from the ears (which may be blood-stained in some cases). A deep itching in the ears, a sensation of the ears being locked and pain in the ears are other symptoms. It helps manage the different types of earaches, ranging from shooting, stitching, tearing or pulsating type. It is also an excellent remedy for tinnitus (noises in the ear) and associated noises like tinkling, ringing, roaring, sounds of wind, rushing water or humming nature.

11. Nasal Complaints

It has a marked action on the mucous membranes of the nose. It is well suited to treat cold, nasal catarrh, coryza. Thick yellow or yellowish greenish nasal discharge, nasal obstruction especially in the evening, sneezing and itching/tickling and soreness in the nostrils are some other symptoms that indicate the need for this remedy in cases of sinusitis. Its use is considered in treating frontal and maxillary sinusitis with symptoms like a thick discharge from the nose and a headache. It is also a well-indicated for loss of smell (anosmia).

12. Sleep Issues

Various sleep issues can be taken care of with this medicine. It offers help in cases of sleeplessness where a person has trouble falling asleep. The person may have many ideas and thoughts going through the head at bedtime that prevent sleep. It helps calm the mind and promotes sleep. It can also help with daytime drowsiness as a result of restless sleep.

13. Cough

It is majorly used in cases where a cough is loose with yellow or yellowish green expectoration. It also indicated in cases of short, dry, hacking cough with scraping, itching, scratching in the throat.

14. Urinary Complaints

It is used extensively to treat urinary incontinence that occurs while coughing, laughing, and sneezing, and for conditions like cystitis and urethral stricture.

15. Varicose Veins

It is widely used for the treatment of varicose veins where the veins appear bluish and are painful. The person needing this remedy may experience heaviness, cramping, and a tensed, drawing sensation in the legs.

16. For Males

In males, it is indicated for the treatment of orchitis, varicocele, hydrocele, and prostatitis. It helps to reduce symptoms like pain, soreness, swelling, and burning sensation in the testicles. It helps treat orchitis that follows a mumps infection. It also helps treat gonorrhea where there may be a thick, yellow or yellowish – green discharge from the urethra. In cases of prostatitis, it helps to treat the frequent, ineffectual urging to urinate, pain in bladder and pressure in the perineum.

Dosage

Use of this medicine is recommended in potencies varying from 30 C to 1M depending upon the case. Low potencies can be repeated frequently while in case of high potencies frequent repetition is avoided.

Relationship with Other Remedies

The complementary medicines are Silicea, Lycopodium and Kali Sulph.
Asafoetida, Chamomilla, Ignatia and Nux Vomica are antidotes.

An Account of the Remedy in Its Own Words

Homeopathy acknowledges certain groupings of body-mind symptom patterns that a person has and which correspond with the sensitivity of a particular medicine. It takes into account information about the person’s body type, temperament, disposition, and behavioral tendencies to determine the appropriate medicine. Remedies, as homeopaths realize, step forth as personalities. These become creatures of temperaments, have likes and dislikes, cravings and aversions and sensitiveness to human interaction. The medicines speak out their terror, real or imaginary – their strange obsessions, etc. Here is an account of the medicine (an important homeopathic medicine) describing its medicinal virtues and the characteristics of the patient. Of course, the words are of this writer.

Commonly called the windflower, I was ignored for millions of years in the pastures of Europe before my master Samuel Hahnemann brought out the best in me. I call him my master because it was only he who first realized my immense medicinal power.

If ever there was a medicine that would cater to the most sensitive lady around, I would be the one. I am most often a remedy for women who are submissive and clinging in nature and also whom their surroundings and people they happen to be with at that time very easily influence. There is nothing positive or assertive about her, and the last person who sees, or advises her, is the one whose opinion she accepts. Her moods are a big problem for her. She can be on the verge of ecstatic frenzy one moment and well in the doldrums the second moment. With lots of decision-making problems, she lives up to my plant name windflower, as it is changeable like the wind.

She can weep very easily. Laughter and tears are both very near the surface with my patient and are apt to succeed each other. She is very tenderhearted, and her feelings are very easily hurt, she is inclined to be fretful and too full of care. If she has no trouble of her own, she is ready to condole and weep with any of her friends who may be afflicted. But she craves and needs sympathy in her troubles from someone, even when she knows that the recital of her real or fancied wrongs and the receipt of the sympathy that she longs for, will make her cry. When she is blue, she will tell you that she feels as if a good cry would make her feel better. It will. She longs for fresh air. Closed and tight places suffocate her.

I am best suited for her gynecological disorders. She is very irritable and days and weeks before and after her periods arrive, at times there are hardly any days in a month when she is back to her normal self. And those acne, headaches and agonizing pains in her abdomen, legs and back during her period days are more than she can tolerate, like in PMS (premenstrual syndrome).

Key Indications

Amenorrhea, leucorrhoea, menses irregularities, ovarian inflammation, ovarian cyst, PCOS, Acne, catarrh, colds, conjunctivitis, cough, diarrhoea, painful periods, earache, otitis media, ear disorders, eye disorders, fears, feet painful, heel pain, freckles, heartburn, hydrocele, moles, mumps, pregnancy complaints, prostatitis, sinusitis, smell loss, styes, urinary incontinence, uterine prolapse, vaginitis, varicose veins.

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