Dr. Vikas Sharma MD, Author at Homeopathy at DrHomeo.com

Natural Homeopathic Medicines to Ease a Stiff Back

The main cause of a stiff back is a muscle spasm, muscle strain, ligament strain or spinal arthritis. Muscle and ligaments in the back may be strained by repeated heavy weight lifting or an injury to the back. Muscle spasm in the back may arise from injuries to the muscles, poor posture, muscle overuse, heavy lifting, sports needing sudden and repeated turning of the back. Arthritis of the spine can cause stiff back (mainly arises due to wear and tear of the spine) and ankylosing spondylitis (arise from an autoimmune process). The top homeopathic medicines for stiff back include Rhus Tox, Bryonia, Arnica, and Aesculus.

Homeopathic Medicines for Stiff Back

A stiff back can be effectively treated with homeopathy. Natural remedies aim to treat the root cause of a stiff back to bring about excellent recovery. Stiffness arising as a result of a muscle spasm, muscle overuse, muscle strain, ligament strain, heavy weight lifting, injury to back and spinal arthritis can all be treated effectively with these medicines.

1. Rhus Tox – For Stiff back that is Worse from Rest and Better by Motion

Rhus Tox is highly effective when the back is extremely stiff and rigid, and gets worse from rest and better by motion. Pain in the back is present, which is also worse by rest, lying and better by walking or exercise. Sitting also worsen the back pain. A bruised sensation may be felt in the back. The back also feels lame and as if it is broken. Rhus Tox is a top grade medicine for treating stiff back arising from injury, muscle strain, muscle spasm, over-lifting, and arthritis.

2. Bryonia – For Stiff Back Relieved by Lying Down

Bryonia is prepared from the root of a plant Bryonia Alba commonly known as white bryony or wild hops of the natural order Cucurbitaceae. Bryonia is next very beneficial for treating stiff back when relief appears by lying. Standing, moving and stooping are prevented from extreme back stiffness in persons needing Bryonia. They tend to walk and stand crookedly due to stiff back. Along with stiffness back pain may be present which may be cramping, pressing, tearing, stitching or drawing in nature. Back pain is worse from every motion, turning in bed and gets better by lying on the back.

3. Aesculus – For Stiff Back when Walking is Difficult

Aesculus is prepared from the kernel of plant named as Aesculus Hippocastanum, or Horse-Chestnut of the natural order of this plant is Sapindaceae. Aesculus is useful for stiff that makes walking nearly impossible. The lumbar and sacral region of the back is stiff and very painful. Hips, legs may be painful too. Back also feels weak and lame. Apart from walking, stooping is also troublesome for persons needing Aesculus. Another difficulty faced by them is difficulty rising from a chair. Aesculus is a leading medicine for treating pain and stiffness in lower back and hip related to ankylosing spondylitis.

4. Arnica – For Stiff and Painful Back following Injury

Arnica is prepared from a plant Arnica Montana with the common name Leopard’s-Bane and Fallkraut of the natural order Compositae. Arnica is a foremost remedy in homeopathy to treat stiff and painful back following injury, trauma, falls, blows. Stiff back from overuse and muscle strain is also indicative to use Arnica. Along with pain and stiffness, the back feels sore, bruised and as if beaten. Pressure and a sense of heavyweight is also felt in the back along with the above symptoms.

5. Ruta – For Stiff Back following Muscle or Ligament Strain

Ruta is prepared from a plant named as Ruta Graveolens commonly known by the name of Garden Rue and Bitterwort of the natural order Rutaceae. Ruta is helpful for a stiff back that arises from muscle or ligament strain. Aching pain and soreness is felt in the back. This pain gets better by lying on the back and by applying pressure. The back also feels weak along with stiffness and pain, and there may be rheumatic pain in the back that is worse in the morning.

6. Berberis Vulgaris – For Stiff Back that Worsens upon Stooping

Berberis Vulgaris is prepared from the bark of the root of plant Barberry of the natural order Berberidaceae. Berberis Vulgaris is useful for treating back stiffness that worsens from stooping. If stooped there appears difficulty in standing up due to a rigid, tensed and intensely stiff lower back. The person needing this medicine also complain of pain in the lower back that sometimes extends down the lower limbs. Pain is most times of bruised or tearing nature. The pain tends to get worse on sitting and lying, and the back may also feel heavy.

7. Silicea – For Stiffness in Back that Worsens upon Rising

Silicea is well-indicated medicine for stiffness in the back that worsens upon rising from the seat. For using Silicea the right side of the spine is most stiff. Pain in the back also attends on rising from the seat. The pain may be shooting, throbbing or aching in nature. In some cases drawing pain in back arises that confines the patient to the bed. Stiffness of back from exposure to a draught of air also guides towards the use of Silicea.

8. Cimicifuga – For Stiff, Contracted Back with Pain Radiating down the Thighs

Cimicifuga is prepared from the root of a plant Cimicifuga Racemosa commonly named as Black Cohosh, of the natural order Ranunculaceae. Cimicifuga is indicated for stiff contracted back when pain radiates down the thighs. Heaviness and weight is also felt in the lower back. Cimicifuga is also highly recommended medicine for treating stiffness of the neck.

9. Sepia – For Stiff, Painful Back and Weakness

Sepia is significant medicine for a stiff, painful back attended with weakness. Walking tend to relieve the stiffness and pain in back when Sepia is indicated. The pain also gets better by pressure or by pressing back against something hard. Sitting upright also tend to provide relief. A pressing and dragging sensation is also felt in the sacral region. Back is also tender to touch in cases requiring Sepia.

10. Calcarea Fluor – For Stiff and Painful Back from Strains

Calcarea Fluor is also indicated similarly to Ruta for a stiff and painful back from strains. In cases requiring Calcarea Fluor, the pain gets worse after rest and is better by movement. Warmth over back also tends to bring relief. Tiredness and restlessness in the back are also present.

7 Homeopathic Medicines for Nystagmus that Work

By Dr. Vikas Sharma MD 42 Comments

Nystagmus is a condition characterized by uncontrollable involuntary movements of the eye. It may affect one or both the eyes. Nystagmus is also known by the name of dancing eyes. Homeopathic medicines for nystagmus are prepared from natural substances and cause no side effects.

Homeopathic Medicines for Nystagmus

Homeopathy offers a natural treatment for nystagmus. Homeopathic medicines can treat nystagmus very effectively and are very safe to use without any side effects. The type of nystagmus and the attending complaints of blurred vision, sensitivity to light, dizziness, and problems with balance are all considered while making a homeopathic prescription for nystagmus.

1.Physostigma – Top Grade Medicine for Nystagmus

Physostigma is a natural medicine for nystagmus that is prepared from the bean of a plant called Physostigma Venenosum or Calabar Bean, of the natural order Leguminosae. Physostigma is a top listed homeopathic medicine for treating nystagmus. Symptoms that indicate the need for Physostigma include dimness of vision or blurred vision, involuntary eye movements, sensitivity to light and a drawing sensation in the eyes.

2. Agaricus -Effective Medicine for Nystagmus

Agaricus offers a natural cure for nystagmus in cases where there is obscured vision and dizziness. Reading often becomes difficult for them, and the letters seem to move while reading. Sensitivity to light is also present, along with pain and soreness in the eyeballs. A heated sensation in the eyes and lachrymation (stinging tears) may also be present.

3. Cuprum Met – For Side to Side Movement of Eyes

Cuprum Met is a natural remedy for nystagmus with a side-to-side, pendulum-like movement of the eyes (horizontal nystagmus). The rotation of eyeballs is quick and rapid. Aching or pressing pain in the eyes may be present along with a bruised pain in the eyes.

4. Benzinum Nitricum – For Up and Down Eye Movements

Benzinum Nitricum offers a natural treatment for nystagmus where there are up and down eye movements (vertical nystagmus). The eye movement is constant and slow, and the vision may be distorted or blurred. Photophobia (fear of light) may also appear. A sensation of the eyeballs being enlarged may also be present.

5. Stramonium – For Nystagmus with Constantly Rolling Eyes

Stramonium is an effective homeopathic medicine prepared from the plant Thorn-Apple, of the natural order Solanaceae. Use of Stramonium is considered for cases of nystagmus where the person rolls eyes constantly. An attending complaint of strabismus (squint) is present in many cases, along with heaviness of the eyes. The vision becomes dim and the letters seem to move and get blurred while reading. Twitching of lids along with intense sensitivity to light may also be present.

6. Gelsemium – For Nystagmus with Dizziness and Balance Problems

Gelsemium is an effective remedy prepared from the bark of a root of a plant called Gelsemium Sempervirens of the natural order Loganiaceae. For using Gelsemium in treating nystagmus, the eyeballs move from side to side. Dizziness and problems with balance are prominent. Dimness of sight and double vision are accompanying symptoms.

7. Magnesia Phos – For Nystagmus and Srabismus (squinting)

Magnesia Phos is a natural medicine for squint accompanying the condition of nystagmus. Dullness of vision, headache, vertigo, and sensitivity to light is present. Spasm of eyelids along with watering from eyes (lachrymation) may be present.

Cause of Nystagmus

Nystagmus arises when the part of the brain and the inner ear that regulate eye movements don’t function properly. Nystagmus may either be present at birth (congenital nystagmus) or develop later in life (acquired nystagmus). Nystagmus can be related to many conditions that mainly include eye problems like strabismus, cataract, a family history of nystagmus, head injury, brain tumours, stroke, multiple sclerosis, inner ear problems like Meniere’s disease, albinism, certain medicines like lithium or anti-seizure medications (phenytoin), Vitamin B 12 or thiamine deficiencies, and alcohol or drug abuse. In many cases, there is no reason specific reason for nystagmus.

Signs and Symptoms

The primary symptom of nystagmus is a rapid, uncontrollable movement of the eye. The movements may be present in one or both the eyes. These movements can be from side to side (Horizontal nystagmus), up and down (vertical nystagmus), or in a circle (rotary or torsional nystagmus). The person may move and keep the head in certain positions that help in reducing eye movement and facilitate better focus. A person with nystagmus may have blurred vision and complain of difficulty seeing in dark, sensitivity to light, dizziness, and problems with balance. Tiredness and stress tend to worsen the symptoms of nystagmus.

Top 10 Homeopathic Remedies for Meningitis

By Dr. Vikas Sharma MD 23 Comments

Meningitis is an inflammation of the protective membranes (meninges) that covers the brain and spinal cord. Meningitis can be caused by viral infections, bacterial infections or fungal infections. Among these, viral infections are the most common cause of meningitis. Bacterial infections and fungal infections rarely cause meningitis. Bacterial meningitis is the most severe and can be life-threatening and fatal if not treated well at the time. Viral meningitis is the most common but is usually mild and clears up on its own. Homeopathic remedies for meningitis play a supportive role in the treatment and should only be used along with conventional treatment.

Homeopathic Remedies for Meningitis

Homeopathy plays a supportive role in treating meningitis. These medicines should be used symptomatically to treat meningitis along with the conventional course treatment. Meningitis can be life-threatening in some cases (depending upon the cause) so a consultation with a specialist is needed prior to taking medicines and self-prescription should be avoided.

1. Belladonna – For Meningitis in the First Stage

Belladonna is a natural medicine for meningitis prepared from a plant called Deadly Nightshade. The natural order of this plant is Solanaceae. Belladonna is well indicated for meningitis in the first stage. There is fever with dry heat. The head feels hot and painful with a throbbing sensation and flushed face. The person may want to bore his head in the pillow. Nausea and drowsiness are also marked.

2. Apis Mellifica – Top Medicine for Meningitis

Apis Mellifica is an effective medicine for meningitis where there is delirium and drowsiness. There is marked irritability, crying and screaming loudly. Confusion, dullness, and dizziness are also present. Intense pain in the back of the head is most prominent. Another important accompanying symptom is an inability to hold the head erect and boring of the head into the pillow. Diplopia and obscuration of vision also appear. Its use is also highly considered in cases of meningitis with hydrocephalus (build-up of fluid in the brain cavities).

3. Stramonium – For Meningitis with a Headache and Nausea

Stramonium is a natural remedy prepared from the plant Thorn-Apple of the natural order Solanaceae. Stramonium is indicated when the pain in head and nausea predominates in cases of meningitis. The eyes are markedly red and inflamed along with delirium. In some cases, there may be irritability with screaming, striking with hand feet, and a tendency to strike/bite others. Convulsive movement of the limbs is also well noted with the above features.

4. Veratrum Viride – For Meningitis with High Fever

Veratrum Viride is prepared from the root of a plant named American Hellebore or Indian Poke. It belongs to the natural order Melanthaceae. Veratrum Viride is helpful for meningitis with a high fever. This is attended with the rolling of the head and frequent vomiting. Pain in the nape of the neck is also present and the person cannot hold the head.

5. Gelsemium – For Meningitis in Initial Stage with Marked Chills

Gelsemium is helpful for meningitis in the initial stage, along with severe chills. There is marked stiffness of the neck. A headache with a sensation of band tightly binding head is present. This is attended with great exhaustion and intense drowsiness. There is a desire to lie still. Vertigo along with a staggering gait may also appear. Jerking of the body, especially of the left side, may occur while falling asleep.

6. Helleborus – For Meningitis with Rigid Neck and Marked Drowsiness

Helleborus is a natural medicine medicine prepared from the root of a plant called Helleborus Niger or Christmas Rose, of the natural order Ranunculaceae. Helleborus is prominently indicated for meningitis when the neck feels rigid and there is marked drowsiness. Fever with chills and vomiting may also occur. The head feels heavy and heated. Frequent convulsions in meningitis are also a guiding feature to use Helleborus. This medicine is also indicated for meningitis with hydrocephalus.

7. Rhus Tox – For Meningitis with Pain and Stiffness of Muscles and Joints

Rhus Tox offers a natural treatment for meningitis with pain and stiffness of muscles and joints. This is accompanied with marked anxiety and restlessness. High fever and pain in the head are present, that extends to the ears. Rash on the body is also present.

8. Zincum Met – For Meningitis with Sharp Pain in Head

Zincum Met is a natural medicine indicated for meningitis with a sharp pain in the head. The person may want to roll and bore the head in the pillow. Automatic motion of hands may appear with the motion of the head. Pulse is small and frequent. It is also useful for hearing loss after meningitis.

9. Kali Bromatum – For Meningitis with Severe Headache

Kali Bromatum is a natural remedy for meningitis where there is a severe headache. The headache is constant along with a feeling of heat in the head. The pulse is rapid and wiry. Dullness and weakness along with a loss of appetite is also present.

10. Arnica – For Traumatic Meningitis following Head Injury

Arnica is prepared from a plant named Arnica Montana of the natural order is Compositae. Arnica is beneficial for traumatic meningitis that follows a head injury like a concussion, falling, blows, or bruising. There may also be a headache and vomiting.

Causes of Meningitis

Bacterial Meningitis
The bacterial agents that can cause meningitis include Neisseria meningitis, Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenza Type B and Listeria monocytogenes (listeria).

Viral Meningitis
The viral agents that can lead to meningitis are herpes simplex virus, enterovirus, influenza, HIV and mumps virus.

Fungal Meningitis
Fungal meningitis is rare and usually happens to people who have a weakened immune system. Fungal meningitis can be caused by Histoplasma, Cryptococcus, and Blastomyces.

Other Causes
Meningitis can also be caused by an allergy to certain medications, head injury, brain surgery and certain forms of cancer.

Risk Factors
Some risk factors for meningitis include compromised immunity, children under age of 5 years, community living like boarding schools, day care centers, military bases, and pregnancy (pregnant women are at increased risk of listeriosis).

The viruses and bacteria that can cause meningitis can be spread through sneezing, coughing, kissing, sharing utensils and toothbrushes.

Symptoms of Meningitis

The symptoms of meningitis include sudden high fever, feeling sick, severe headache, stiff neck, sensitivity to light, seizures, confusion, difficult concentration, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, pain in the muscles/joints, lack of energy, lethargy, delirium, hallucinations, skin rash and loss of appetite. Certain signs of meningitis in babies include a refusal of feeds, constant crying (usually a high-pitched crying), irritability, fussiness, aversion to being carried, a stiffness of body and a bulging soft spot on top of the head.
Severe complications can arise in some cases of meningitis, like brain damage, seizures, hearing loss, learning disabilities, coordination problems, balance problems, vision loss, hydrocephalus, arthritis, kidney problems, and death.

9 Homeopathic Medicines for Scoliosis to stop its Progression

By Dr. Vikas Sharma MD 32 Comments

Scoliosis is an abnormal sideways (left or right) curvature of the spine. This makes the spine look like the letter C or S. Although any part of the spine can be affected, the most common area is the middle (thoracic/dorsal) and the lower (lumbar) back. Scoliosis can appear at any age, but most frequently appears between the age of 11 to 18 years. Homeopathic medicines for scoliosis can help manage mild to moderate cases to halt further progression of the curve in the spine, but cannot help reverse an already established curve in the spine.

Scoliosis tends to run in families. Some of the causes of scoliosis include muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, polio, injury to the spine, birth defects such as spina bifida, Marfan syndrome, degenerative changes in spine and osteoporosis. Females tend to have a more severe form of scoliosis as compared to males. Scoliosis with no apparent cause is known as idiopathic scoliosis, and this is grouped by age. Idiopathic scoliosis in early age in children aged 3 years and younger is termed as infantile scoliosis. Idiopathic scoliosis between 4-10 years of age is known as juvenile scoliosis. Idiopathic scoliosis between the ages of 11 to 18 years is known as adolescent scoliosis, and above the age of 18 years is known as adult scoliosis. Earlier age onset of scoliosis tends to be the most disabling of all of them.

Homeopathic Medicines for Scoliosis

Homeopathic medicines help effectively manage back pain related to scoliosis. These medicines can be used for supportive help along with conventional treatment. Use of homeopathic medicines for scoliosis should be considered under the supervision of a homeopathic physician.

1. Silicea – For Spinal Curvature to Right Side

Silicea is a well-indicated medicine for treating cases of scoliosis with spinal curvature to the right side. The curved spine is painful. Pain in the back may be shooting, aching or beating in nature. Pain is most worse from motion, and touch also worsens the pain. The pain may worsen after stooping or upon rising from a seat. A burning sensation in the spine along with weakness is marked. A sore feeling on the right side of the spine may also be felt.

2. Calcarea Phos – For Spinal Curvature to Left Side

Calcarea Phos is a natural medicine for treating scoliosis with spinal curvature to the left side. People needing Calcarea Phos are predisposed to develop spinal curvatures due to a weak spine. They may have a pain of drawing nature in the back that worsens from motion. Pain between the shoulder blades is also marked. Calcarea Phos is also indicated for children (especially girls) who grow rapidly at puberty and are predisposed to softening of bones and curvatures of the spine.

3. Rhus Tox – To Manage Pain in Spine

Rhus Tox an effective remedy to manage pain in the spine in cases of scoliosis. Pain in the dorsal spine is felt particularly on bending forward. The pain is marked between the shoulder-blades which are also sensitive to touch. In some cases, pain in the small of the back is present that worsens from sitting or lying. Moving about helps relieve the pain. The back feel as if it is broken. Rhus Tox also helps in cases of scoliosis related to an injury.

4. Aesculus – For Pain Relief in Curvature of Spine

Aesculus is a natural remedy that helps manage pain in the curvature of the spine. It is prepared from the ripe kernel of a plant called Aesculus Hippocastanum of the natural order Sapindaceae. Constant pain is felt in the back in cases needing Aesculus. Walking and stooping worsen the backache. Back also feels lame and weak. Walking is nearly impossible.

5. Phosphorus – For Weakness/Tiredness of Spine

Phosphorus is an effective medicine for managing weakness/tiredness of spine in cases of scoliosis. Pain in the small of the back is present with a sensation as if it is broken. A dull pressure is also felt in the whole spine along with a sensation of heat or burning.

6. Pulsatilla – For Curvature of Upper Part of Spine

Pulsatilla is an effective remedy for scoliosis prepared from the fresh plant Pulsatilla Nigricans commonly known by the name of Windflower, of the natural order Ranunculaceae. Pulsatilla is helpful for scoliosis where there is a curvature of the upper part of the spine. Pain in neck and between scapulae arise with the curvature. The pain between scapulae gets worse from inspiration. Pulsatilla also helps treat curvature of the spine in children with open fontanelles.

7. Calcarea Carb – For Curvature of Dorsal Spine

Calcarea Carb is a natural medicine considered for cases of curvature of the dorsal spine in scoliosis. A drawing pain between the shoulder blades is felt in people needing Calcarea Carb. Breathing can be impeded with pain. In some cases, stitches are felt between the scapulae.

8. Belladonna – For Curvature of Lumbar Spine

Belladonna is a natural medicine prepared from the plant named deadly nightshade of the natural order Solanaceae. Use of Belladonna is considered in cases of curvature of the lumbar spine in scoliosis. The pain of drawing nature is felt in the spine. Sometimes shooting, stabbing pain may be felt in the back, and it may feel as if the back would break.

9. Syphilinum – For Curvature of Spine Due to Caries

Syphilinum is a natural medicine indicated for a curvature of the spine that arises from caries of the spine. For using Syphilinum, caries can be present in the cervical or dorsal spine with curvature. Pain is present in the curvature of the spine. The pain is most worse during the night.

Signs and Symptoms of Scoliosis

Signs and symptoms of scoliosis include uneven waist/hips/shoulders, prominent shoulder on one side, back pain (more common in adults), tired feeling in spin and leaning on one side. In severe cases, spine deformities, disability, difficulty in breathing and cardiac problems due to pressure caused by ribcage may arise.

Top Homeopathic Medicines for Quinsy

By Dr. Vikas Sharma MD 4 Comments

Quinsy or peritonsillar abscess refers to a collection of pus behind the tonsil. Although rare, it is a serious complication of tonsillitis. Quinsy can occur at any age, but most commonly affects older children, adolescents, and young adults. Quinsy is mainly caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes, that causes strep throat and tonsillitis. Natural medicines are beneficial for mild cases of quinsy to resolve the infection and help provide symptomatic relief along with conventional treatment. Baryta Carb, Merc Sol, and Hepar Sulph are the top homeopathic medicines for quinsy.

Quinsy develops when the infection spreads from the infected tonsil to the soft tissue around the tonsils, thereby forming an abscess. Recurrent or chronic tonsillitis, smoking, weak immune system, tooth/gum infection, tonsilloliths, and mononucleosis are some conditions that raise the risk of quinsy.

Homeopathic Medicines for Quinsy

These medicines can be used in mild to moderate cases of quinsy for supportive treatment. Consultation with an ENT specialist is a must to diagnose the condition and rule out its severity and take adequate help in case of an emergency

1. Baryta Carb – For Quinsy with Difficult Swallowing and Speaking

Baryta Carb is a natural medicine for quinsy where there is difficulty swallowing (food or saliva) and speaking. Only swallowing of liquids is possible where Baryta Carb is indicated. Stinging and smarting pain in the throat is present. The throat is sore to touch and there is marked suppuration (pus collection) behind the tonsils. The palate feels very swollen and is attended with fever, red face, offensive breath, and thick phlegm. There is increased salivation along with the sensation of having a plug in the throat.

2. Hepar Sulph – For Quinsy with Pain in Throat Radiating to Ear

Hepar Sulph is a natural remedy for quinsy where the pain in the throat radiates to the ear. There is marked uneasiness, a stitching pain in the throat, scraping and smarting sensation that arises upon swallowing food. A sensation of having a splinter or plug of mucus in the throat and fever with chills may be present.

3. Merc Sol – For Quinsy with Excessive Drooling of Saliva

Merc Sol is a well-indicated medicine for quinsy with excessive drooling of saliva. There is a collection of pus behind the tonsil which may be enlarged. The palate is red and swollen and there may be difficulty in swallowing. Sharp, sticking pain in fauces is particularly felt upon swallowing. There is rawness and burning in the throat along with a constant thirst for water. There is also an offensive smell from the mouth.

4. Lachesis – For Quinsy with Suppuration Behind Left Tonsil

Lachesis is an effective remedy for suppuration of the left tonsil in cases of quinsy. There is a pain in the throat on the left side which is worse from taking liquids and from empty swallowing. The left side of the throat feels choked when drinking fluids. The pain may radiate to the ear and usually worsens after sleep in most cases. The throat is swollen, dry and seems dark red. The voice tends to get hoarse, the throat and neck are very sensitive to external pressure. There is also a lot of phlegm present.

5. Lycopodium – For Quinsy with Suppuration behind Right Tonsil

Lycopodium is prepared from the spores of a plant Lycopodium Clavatum commonly known by the name of Clubmoss. The natural order of this plant is Lycopodiaceae. Lycopodium is well indicated for quinsy with suppuration behind right tonsil. The right tonsil is sore, painful and suppurated. The throat feels dry and sharp pain is felt in the tonsil particularly upon swallowing. Sometimes burning and pricking appears in the tonsil. A frontal headache may also be present along with the above symptoms.

6. Phytolacca – For Marked Burning Pains in Throat

Phytolacca is a natural medicine prepared from a plant Phytolacca Decandra or Poke-Root of the natural order Phytolaccaceae. Phytolacca is useful for quinsy with marked burning pains in the throat. The throat, tonsil, and palate are congested with bluish or dark-purple appearance. The throat is also intensely dry, rough with burning and smarting in fauces. Swallowing gets difficult and is followed by excruciating pain in the throat that shoots to the ears. A disposition to hawk and clear the throat is also present.

7. Psorinum – Indicated to Eradicate the Tendency of Quinsy

Psorinum is a natural remedy indicated to eradicate the tendency of repeated attacks of quinsy. In cases requiring Psorinum, the tonsils are greatly swollen along with painful swallowing. Pain in the throat upon swallowing may be burning, cutting or tearing in nature. The pain may extend to ear from throat while swallowing. Along with this, the saliva is profuse and offensive. Tough mucus may be present in the throat.

8. Silicea – Where Suppurating Tonsil is Slow to Heal

Silicea is a natural medicine that is considered in cases of quinsy when the recovery from suppurating tonsils is very slow. The pus is fetid, and Silicea helps hasten the recovery process and clear off the pus discharges effectively.

9. Streptococcinum – For Sore Throat, Tonsillitis and Quinsy in Strep Throat

Streptococcinum is an effective medicine used to treat a sore throat, tonsillitis, and quinsy in a strep throat infection. The throat gets red and swollen, and there is an accumulation of excessive pus behind the tonsil. There is a constant pain in the throat, and enlarged nodes in the neck may also be present along with the above symptoms.

Signs and Symptoms of Quinsy

The symptoms of quinsy include severe sore throat especially on one side (usually the first symptom), difficulty swallowing food/drink/saliva, difficulty opening mouth, drooling, bad breath, earache on the affected side of tonsil, voice changes, headache, swelling of face or neck, high fever sometimes with chill and swollen glands in the throat. Quinsy occurs only on one side of the tonsils. Some complications of quinsy include a rupture of abscess, blocked airways, and infection of lungs, chest, neck.

9 Homeopathic Remedies for Salpingitis

By Dr. Vikas Sharma MD 3 Comments

Inflammation of fallopian tubes is known as salpingitis. It is a type of pelvic inflammatory disease that can be acute or chronic. The inflammation is in most cases bacterial (majorly gonorrhea and chlamydia.) The fallopian tubes get infected if an infection travels past the vagina and the cervix.

The risk factors for salpingitis include having an STI (sexually transmitted infection), having unprotected intercourse with someone suffering from STI and having multiple sexual partners. In rare cases, salpingitis can follow IUD insertion and abdominal procedure done during childbirth, appendicitis etc. Homeopathic treatment for Salpingitis boosts the disease-fighting mechanism of the body to fight with the infection and resolve the problem naturally.

Homeopathic Remedies for Salpingitis

Homeopathy is highly effective in cases of salpingitis to reduce the inflammation of fallopian tubes. Symptoms including abnormal vaginal discharge, pain during periods/intercourse, lower back pain, spotting between periods and frequent urination tend to improve with homeopathy.

1. Merc Sol – For Yellow-green Vaginal Discharge

Merc Sol is a well-indicated medicine for treating salpingitis with yellowish or greenish vaginal discharge. The discharge tends to get worse after periods in most cases where Merc Sol is indicated. The discharge is also acrid in nature causing itching and smarting/biting pain in the genitals. Itching worsens from contact of urine. After scratching violent burning follows. The discharge may be noted more at the night time.

2. Kreosote – For Offensive Vaginal Discharges

Kreosote is helpful for cases of salpingitis when putrid, offensive vaginal discharges are present. The discharge may be white or yellow and causes itching. It tends to get worse during standing and walking and there is an increased desire to urinate frequently. Exhaustion, fatigue, and weakness in the legs may be present. Kreosote also helps treat inter-menstrual bleeding in cases of salpingitis where the blood is dark and has an offensive odor.

3. Sepia – To Manage Painful Intercourse

Sepia is an excellent medicine to manage the complaint of painful intercourse in cases of salpingitis. The pain is very intense. Along with pain, yellowish colored, fetid lumpy vaginal discharges may be present. These discharges are more during the daytime. They also tend to get worse after urination. Fullness and heaviness in the abdomen are also felt along with the above symptoms.

4. Colocynthis – For treating pain during periods in salpingitis

Colocynthis is prepared from the pulp of a fruit of a plant Citrullus Colocynthis or Bitter Apple, of the natural order Cucurbitaceae. Colocynthis is a prominent medicine for treating pain during periods in salpingitis. The pain is cramping or colicky in nature, the abdomen be distended, and the pain gets worse by eating or drinking. Extreme nausea and vomiting may attend the pain. Bending over double tends to relieve the pain.

5. Silicea – For Spotting between Periods

Silicea is a useful medicine for salpingitis to manage the complaint of spotting between periods. There may be attending vaginal discharges that are profuse, yellow-colored and of excoriating nature. Violent itching and burning tend to arise from discharges which tend to worsen at night.

6. Pulsatilla – When Back Pain attends Leucorrhea

Pulsatilla is prepared from a plant Pulsatilla Nigricans Wind Flower of the natural order Ranunculaceae. Pulsatilla is helpful for salpingitis when back pain attends leucorrhoea. There are thick, cream-like vaginal discharges that are burning in nature. There may be extreme pain during periods that spreads to the pelvic region, small of back and thighs. It is attended with great restlessness and pressure and heaviness felt in the abdomen. There may also be vomiting along with the pain.

7. Staphisagria – For Frequent Urination

Staphisagria is prepared from seeds of a plant Delphinium Staphisagria or Stavesacre of the natural order Ranunculaceae. Staphisagria is beneficial to manage complaint of frequent urination in salpingitis cases. The urine may either be scanty or copious varying from case to case. Pressure upon the bladder is felt with sensation as if it did not empty. Sometimes burning is felt during and after passing urine. The genitals may also be sensitive that is worse on sitting. Vaginal discharge may attend with itching in the vulva.

8. Hydrastis – For Thick Yellow Vaginal Discharges

Hydrastis is prepared from the fresh root of plant Hydrastis Canadensis of the natural order Ranunculaceae. Hydrastis is indicated for salpingitis when the vaginal discharges are thick and yellow. The discharges are tenacious and profuse. They also tend to cause itching and have an offensive odor.

9. Medorrhinum – For cases with a history of Gonorrhoea

Medorrhinum is a top listed medicine to treat pelvic infections including salpingitis. Its use is indicated for cases of salpingitis having a history of gonorrhea infection. The symptom to use Medorrhinum is acrid, itchy and excoriating vaginal discharges. The discharges are thick and have a peculiar fishy odor. This medicine also helps to manage intense pain during periods.

Symptoms of Salpingitis

The symptoms of salpingitis include abnormal vaginal discharge having unusual color or smell; pain during periods/ovulation/intercourse; lower back pain; abdominal pain; spotting between periods; frequent urination; nausea; vomiting; and fever. Few long – term complications may arise in cases of untreated salpingitis. These complications include – scarring/adhesion and blockage of fallopian tubes; ectopic pregnancy, abscess in the fallopian tube; infection in uterus and ovaries.

Premature Grey Hair? 6 Homeopathic Remedies that Work

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Hair, it is said, is everything. Well, that may be sort of far-fetched but early greying of hair can be very disturbing for people. Greying of hair before the age of 35 years is referred to as premature greying. It has seen an increase over the past several years, and the main reasons could be stress or anxiety, improper diet, overuse of shampoos and conditioners or, of course, it could be in your genes. There have been cases of children as young as 8-10 years of age reporting greying of hair. The premature greying of hair can be successfully treated with Homeopathic medicines. The Homeopathic remedies for premature greying of hair are made of natural substances and are free from any side effects. The Homeopathic medicines act in the most gentle and natural way to halt the process of greying of hair.

Top Homeopathic Remedies for Premature Greying Of Hair

The top medicines for premature greying of hair are Phosphoric acid, Lycopodium, Natrum Mur, Phosphorous, Silicea, and Vinca Minor.

1. Phosphoric Acid: Best Remedy for Greying of hair from Grief

Phosphoric Acid is the top natural medicine for the treatment of premature greying of hair resulting from grief and depression. It can be accompanied by thinning or falling out of hair. The patient feels very hopeless, sad and becomes indifferent to all affairs of life. Extreme exhaustion and weakness are symptoms in all the persons requiring this Homeopathic medicine. The weakness is noted in both physical and mental planes. Phosphoric Acid helps both in making the patient come out of grief and restoring the pigmentation of hair that has been destroyed by the effects of grief.

2. Lycopodium: For Premature Greying in Spots

Lycopodium is an excellent remedy for halting the process of greying of hair when the de-pigmentation of hair occurs in spots. Lycopodium acts in the most natural and harmless manner to halt the greying of hair. The patient may show an increased craving for sweets and hot drinks. All the patients for whom Lycopodium can be of great help usually suffer from gastric troubles like constipation and gas in the abdomen.

3. Natrum Mur: For Greying of Hair of Anemic or Weak Persons

Natrum Mur is a natural medicine of great help for the treatment of grey hair mainly in weak and anemic (deficient blood) persons. This Homeopathic medicine helps to improve the general health of the patient and raise the immunity to combat the greying of hair. The persons who can greatly benefit from remedy Natrum Mur may also suffer from severe headaches, which get worse in the heat of sun. There may also be an unusual craving for salt in excess.

4. Phosphorus: For Greying Hair

Phosphorus is an excellent remedy for treating grey hair. This medicine acts wonderfully to prevent further greying of hair. The greying of hair may be accompanied by hair fall or dandruff. The scalp is itchy. Peculiar desires in eating like cold drinks, juice and ice creams standout for using this Homeopathic medicine.

5. Silicea: For Premature Greying with Improper Digestion

Silicea is a very beneficial natural medicine for treating grey hair when the digestive power, mainly absorption power of intestines, is improper and weak. Due to weak absorption, the nutrients from food are not properly absorbed and utilized. Deficiency in the nutrients leads to many troubles and greying of hair is one outcome of that. Silicea helps in improving the absorptive quality of intestines. As a result, the nutrients are available in proper amounts to maintain the natural color of hair. The persons requiring Silicea usually have increased sweating on scalp. The feet may also have sweat with bad odor. Sensitivity to cold air is an important feature confirming the use of this Homeopathic medicine for grey hair.

6. Vinca Minor: For Greying of Hair in Spots

Vinca Minor is a natural medicine of great help for halting the greying of hair. This medicine is the best remedy when the hair has fallen in spots and replaced by grey hair. Vinca Minor acts naturally in pigmenting such hair without any side effects. This medicine is also used for the treatment of eruptions on the scalp with discharges resulting in sticking of hair together.

Winter Depression – Homeopathic Treatment

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Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), as the name explains, is a season-based disorder that often begins during autumn and continues through the winters. The symptoms are most severe in the winters, and this disorder is also known by the name of winter depression. It is diagnosed when a person suffers from depressive symptoms in a specific season for two or three years. The homeopathic system of medicine has a very effective treatment for many psychological complaints, including seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Natrum Mur, Ignatia Amara, Kali Phos, Aurum Met, and Sepia Succus are the majorly indicated homeopathic medicines for seasonal affective disorder.

The symptoms tend to get better or completely over in spring and summer season. However, in rare cases of SAD, an opposite pattern appears where the symptoms begin in spring or summer and diminish by autumn. SAD with this pattern is known as summer depression.

Homeopathic Medicines for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Homeopathy provides symptomatic relief in the acute phase of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Once the acute phase is over, the medicines help overcome the tendency of seasonal affective disorder that arises every year. Each of these homeopathic remedies has its own characteristic symptoms based on which the prescription is decided. These homeopathic medicines to treat seasonal affective disorder are safe and cause no side effects.

1. Natrum Mur – Effective Medicine for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) with Depression

Natrum Mur is a well-indicated medicine for seasonal affective disorder (SAD) with marked depression. The features attending depression are joylessness, irritability, dullness of mind and a tendency to get easily offended. The person needing Natrum Mur desires to be alone, weeps in loneliness and has an aversion to consolation. Anxiety, palpitations, and hurriedness may also be present. A specific thought of some unpleasant thing that is about to happen prevails in the mind. Sleeplessness may also appear with the above complaints.

2. Ignatia Amara – Effective Remedy for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) with Tearfulness

Ignatia Amara is an effective medicine for winter depression with excessive tearfulness. Intense sadness and mood changes are present along with tearfulness. There is also an aversion to talking and a desire to remain alone. Anxiety and irritability, sighing, sobbing and intense brooding may be present. Sleeplessness and loss of appetite attend most cases needing homeopathic medicine Ignatia Amara.

3. Kali Phos – Natural Medicine for Winter Depression with Fatigue

Kali Phos is a natural medicine for seasonal affective disorder (SAD) with marked fatigue. The person requiring Kali Phos feels fatigued both mentally and physically. There is intense weakness and tiredness. Along with fatigue, symptoms like gloominess, dullness of mind and continual weeping, a sense of weariness from life, negative forebodings and loss of sleep are also present.

4.Aurum Met – Natural Treatment for Winter Depression with Feeling of Hopelessness and Worthlessness

Aurum Met is a useful medicine for SAD with a prominent feeling of hopelessness and worthlessness. Self-criticism may also be present in a high degree. Irritability and anger from slightest criticism, profound sadness and thoughts of suicide are also present. The person seems tired of life, feels as if life is a burden, and feels discontented all the time.

5. Sepia Succus – Natural Remedy for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) with Indifference

Sepia Succus is an effective medicine for seasonal affective disorder (SAD) with marked indifferent behavior. Indifference towards people of a close relationship like family members, friends, and life, in general, is present. Other significant features that attend are a feeling of helplessness, sadness, weeping tendency and aversion towards any mental or physical work along with anxiety is present.

Causes of Seasonal Affective Disorders

The exact reason behind seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is still unknown. However, it is thought that a reduced exposure to sunlight during the winter days affects the proper working of the hypothalamus. As a result, there are changes in the serotonin levels (low), melatonin levels (high), along with a disruption of the biological clock. This leads to depressive symptoms and change in sleeping pattern. A family history of SAD puts a person at risk to develop the same. People with bipolar disorder or depression are also at risk. The prevalence of seasonal affective disorder is more among women as compared to men. People living far away from the equator are more at risk to suffer from this disorder.

Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

The symptoms of SAD include feelings like depression, sadness, a low mood, lack of interest in everyday activities, low energy levels, fatigue, lethargy, feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness, irritability, anxiety, difficulty with concentration, desire to be alone, and physical symptoms like weight gain/loss, excessive sleep/sleeplessness, and excessive/reduced appetite.

Jock Itch: Natural Homeopathic Medicines to Clear it Up

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Jock itch is a widespread fungal infection that affects the inner thighs, groins, buttocks, and genitals. It is also known as tinea cruris, or a dhobi itch and is a form of a ringworm infection. Although bothersome and annoying, jock itch is not a serious or critical condition. Homeopathic medicines for jock itch offer a safe and natural treatment and help heal the skin rash. Graphites, Sulphur, and Silicea are the top homeopathic medicines for jock itch.

Homeopathic medicines for jock itch.

Homeopathic Treatment of Jock Itch

Homeopathic medicines boost our self-healing mechanism of the body that will help to fight the fungal infection and treat it naturally. They assist with healing and clearing up of the fungal infection and its associated symptoms. The symptoms like itching, burning, pain in skin rash will be seen to reduce gradually with the use of homeopathic medicines. The homeopathic medicines that are among the top list to treat jock itch include Graphites, Sulphur, Silicea, Tellurium and Sepia Succus. The most suitable homeopathic medicine for jock itch/tinea cruris is selected based on the individual symptoms of the person. The primary advantage of using homeopathic remedies for jock itch is that they are free from any side effects and don’t suppress the condition.

Homeopathic Medicines for Jock Itch

Graphites – Top Grade Homeopathic Medicine for Jock Itch

Graphites is a natural medicine for jock itch. The symptoms to use Graphites include rawness in the groins and inner thigh. A glutinous discharge may be present in the affected area. In some cases, cracks on the affected skin are present. The groin area may also be susceptible to touch. Warmth seems to worsen the complaint.

Sulphur – For Jock Itch with Intense Itching and Burning

Sulphur is another effective homeopathic medicine for fungal infection of the skin. It is useful when there is excessive itching and burning in the affected skin area. The itching is worse in the evening and at night. The heat of the bed may also worsen the condition. Sensitivity to washing and air is also present in a few cases. Suppression of jock itch with ointments in the past is another indication to begin treatment for jock itch with homeopathic medicine Sulphur.

Silicea – For Jock Itch with Increased Sweating

Silicea is a natural remedy for skin fungus and is useful when excess sweating is present with the rash in a given case of jock itch. The sweat smells foul. Itching is present mainly during the daytime and evening. Sensitivity to the cold atmosphere may be markedly present. Apart from jock itch, Silicea also works well in cases of athlete’s foot (tinea pedis).

Tellurium – For Jock Itch with Intersecting Ring-Shaped Lesions

Tellurium offers a natural treatment for jock itch. It is helpful when there are intersecting ring-shaped lesions covering a large area on the skin. Small vesicles may be present along with the ring-shaped patches. The affected skin may have an offensive odor. Dryness and heat in the affected skin area are also present. A stinging sensation in the rash may be prominently present.

Sepia Succus – For Tinea Cruris with Isolated Ring-Shaped Spots on Skin

Sepia Succus is a well indicated homeopathic medicine for tinea cruris with isolated ring-shaped spots on the skin. Itching and scratching attend the lesions. However, scratching brings no relief. The affected skin area is also raw, rough, and hard. Sepia Succus is also one of the top grade homeopathic medicines for ringworm that appears every time in the spring season.

Causes of Jock Itch

Jock itch is the result of a fungal infection. It is contagious, and it spreads from direct skin to skin contact from an infected person to a healthy one. It may also spread through contact with objects contaminated with fungal microorganisms. The objects mainly include contaminated towels, clothes, etc. Using public showers raises the chances of getting jock itch. The risk factors for contracting jock itch include increased sweating, obesity, low immunity, diabetes mellitus. Jock itch mainly affects males, but females can get it too.

Symptoms of Jock Itch

The primary symptom of jock itch is a rash in the groin area, inner thighs, buttocks, and genitals. The margin of the rash is very sharp. Small fluid-filled eruptions, i.e. blisters may be seen along the sharp margins. Itching and burning of varying intensity attend the rash. In few sufferers, pain may be present in the affected skin area. In some cases, scales/flakes or cracks may be present on the affected skin area.

Self-care and Management

In case of a jock itch, one must practice good personal hygiene, keep the affected area clean and dry, opt for looser clothes in breathable fabrics like cotton, and wash all clothes after exercise or a workout.

Homeopathic Treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

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Sleep apnea refers to momentary pauses in the breathing (varying from seconds to minutes) during sleep. There are three types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, and mixed sleep apnea. Homeopathic medicines for sleep apnea help alleviate the symptoms as well as the body’s tendency to slow or pause breathing due to the condition. The top homeopathic medicines for sleep apnea include Lachesis, Ammonium Carb, and Lemna Minor.

Homeopathic medicines for Obstructed Sleep Apnea.

Obstructive sleep apnea – OSA means interrupted breathing episodes arising from obstructed airways that hinder the flow of air into the lungs mainly due to relaxation of throat muscles during sleep. In central sleep apnea, there is no blockage of the airways, and it arises from a failure of the brain to signal the airway muscles. In mixed sleep apnea, obstructive sleep apnea, as well as central sleep apnea both, appear together. Among these, the obstructive sleep apnea accounts for the majority of sleep apnea cases. Obstructive sleep apnea makes around 80% to 85% of diagnosed cases of sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea is a very common but severe sleep disorder.

Homeopathic Treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Some of the well indicated homeopathic medicines to treat obstructive sleep apnea are Lachesis, Ammonium Carb, Agraphis Nutans, Lemna Minor, Sanguinaria Nitricum, Grindelia Robusta, Opium, and Sambucus. The selection of medicines for OSA is made individually for every case keeping in view the symptom presentation as well as the reason behind it. Homeopathic medicines help in OSA by aiming to treat the cause behind it. The homeopathic medicines for OSA are very safe to use among people of all the age group and manage it in a highly safe, natural and efficient manner. The homeopathic medicines for obstructive sleep apnea should be taken only after evaluation by a homeopathic physician.

Homeopathic Medicines for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Lachesis – Top Homeopathic Medicines for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Lachesis is a natural medicine for obstructive sleep apnea where a person wakes up frequently due to obstructed breathing. The person may need to sit up and needs to take a deep breath. Fear of going to sleep may also prevail among them. Such subjects also cannot tolerate anything tight around their neck like collars.

Ammonium Carb and Agraphis Nutans – To Manage OSA with Enlarged Adenoids or Tonsils

Both Ammonium Carb and Agraphis Nutans works well in cases of OSA that links with enlarged adenoids or enlarged tonsils. The indicating features to use Ammonium Carb are blocked nose at night, inability to breathe through the nose, waking with starting from sleep. Excessive sleepiness during the daytime is also well noted. The symptoms for using Agraphis Nutans are enlarged tonsils or enlarged adenoids with obstructive sleep apnea, obstruction of nose, tendency to take cold frequently. In addition to these symptoms, deafness or ear discharge may be present.

Lemna Minor and Sanguinaria Nitricum – For OSA with Nasal Polyps Complaint

For managing OSA, homeopathic medicines Lemna Minor and Sanguinaria Nitricum are highly suitable. Lemna Minor offers help in cases when the symptoms are OSA with stuffed nostrils from polyps, foul smell from the nose, thick yellow-white discharge from the nose and snoring.
Sanguinaria Nitricum is useful when symptoms include OSA with the dryness of nostrils, yellow-bloody mucus discharge from the nose, sneezing, burning in nostrils, desire for fresh air, and poor/restless sleep. Nasal turbinate hypertrophy may be present along with nasal polyps for using both these medicines.

Grindelia Robusta – For OSA in Asthmatic Individuals

Grindelia Robusta is a natural medicine for OSA in asthmatic patients where the person stops breathing while sleep and wakes with a start suddenly. There is a need to sit up to breathe as well as oppression felt in the chest with tough, tenacious white expectoration and wheezing.

Opium: For Obstructive Sleep Apnea with Snoring

Opium offers a natural treatment for obstructive sleep apnea when a person tends to snore deeply. The person faces spells of stopped breathing upon going to sleep and may also feel suffocated. Excessive drowsiness and sluggishness during the day may be there.

Sambucus – For Obstructive Sleep Apnea Management in Children

Sambucus is an effective medicine for obstructive sleep apnea in children. The child needing Sambucus wakes up suddenly during sleep feeling suffocated. He sits up and gasps for breath. The episodes of pauses of breathing are repeated several times during sleep. Increased sweating also attends. Nose is dry and obstructed.

Managing Sleep Apnea

The key actions that can help manage obstructive sleep apnea include weight management, avoiding alcohol, quitting smoking, sleeping on sides instead of back, avoiding the use of sleeping pills or tranquilizers.

Causes and Risk Factors of Sleep Apnea

The primary reason for obstructive sleep apnea is an extreme relaxation of the nose or throat muscles during sleep. Obesity, thick/large neck are the major risk factors for obstructive sleep apnea. Enlarged adenoids and tonsils are yet another prominent factors linked with obstructive sleep apnea. Structural deformities of the nose like DNS – deviated nasal septum may also result in OSA. The rest important risk factors include smoking, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, sleeping pills, tranquilizers, asthma, nose blockage from nasal polyps, nasal allergies, and sinus complaints. The chances of OSA are found to be higher in males as compared to females. A family history of OSA also predisposes a person to get the same condition. A person with age 40 yrs and older are more prone to develop OSA.

Symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

The symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea include loud snoring, sudden waking from sleep with gasping/choking, restless sleep, intense sleepiness/drowsiness during the daytime, problems with concentration during the day. Other symptoms include high irritability, mood changes, morning headaches, increased heart rate, high blood pressure, decreased sex drive, excessive sweating, poor performance in daily activities like at workplace or school.

Complications of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea may lead to various complications like sleepiness during the daytime, weakness/fatigue, many mental symptoms (like irritability, depression, mood changes), hypertension, arrhythmias, cardiac complaints, stroke, type 2 diabetes and more.