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Fighting Wool Allergy? Try These Homeopathic Medicines

A common problem in winter, wool allergy appears in the form of rashes, skin irritation and redness while wearing woolen clothes. Pimples, blisters (fluid-filled eruptions on the skin), itching, skin dryness with cracks and bleeding may also appear. Excessive scratching due to itching can result in open sores on the skin that increase the risk of secondary infections. Additionally, one may experience nasal and eye complaints, like runny nose, sneezing, nasal congestion, eye irritation and watering from the eyes. In many cases, wool may cause symptoms from irritation rather than from an actual allergic reaction. It has been proposed that wool is not an allergen in itself, but lanolin that is present in wool might lead to allergic symptoms in some cases. Also, the dye used in woolen garments may contain chemicals that can trigger an allergic response in some.

Homeopathic Management

Homeopathy offers a very natural and effective treatment for cases of wool allergy. The homeopathic medicines manage these cases safely and gently with zero side effects. They help in managing skin as well as nasal issues that are an outcome of wool allergy. These help in effectively managing skin rash, eruptions, dryness, skin cracks, and itching and burning sensation on the skin. These medicines also relieve nasal complaints like sneezing, runny nose and itchy watery eyes wonderfully. There are no specific medicines in homeopathy for managing wool allergy and the best-suited medicine has to be selected from general medicines based on the individual symptoms in every case. So, it is advised to consult a homeopathic physician for taking any homeopathic medicine for treating wool allergy. Self – medication should not be done.

Homeopathic Medicines For Wool Allergy

1. Sulphur – Top Recommended Medicine

Sulphur is a highly recommended homeopathic medicine to manage skin issues in cases of wool allergy. This medicine works well for managing itching on the skin. It can be attended with burning sensation on the skin. Scratching relieves the itching for a while. However, after scratching, the affected skin area starts burning and becomes painful. On scratching, bleeding spots may appear on the affected skin parts. In most cases needing this medicine, itching gets worse at night while in bed. The itching may shift from one area to another on the skin. A sensation of ants crawling on the skin can attend the above complaints. In some cases, tiny fluid-filled eruptions (vesicles) may appear on the affected skin. This medicine is also indicated for rough and scaly skin or scab formation on the skin.

2. Psorinum – For Itching Worse From Warmth

Psorinum is an effective medicine when skin itching worsens from warmth. It is attended with a stinging sensation on the affected skin area. Persons needing this medicine have an urge to scratch the skin until it bleeds. On rubbing the affected part, small eruptions may form on the skin. These eruptions may be with or without fluid. The eruptions are small, red and covered with white scales. The skin is dry in general.

3. Natrum Mur – For Skin And Nasal Complaints From Wool Allergy

This medicine is of great help for skin as well as nasal complaints occurring in cases of wool allergy. This medicine is indicated for fluid-filled eruptions (i.e. vesicles). The eruptions burst and ooze fluid and afterward get covered with thin flakes. This medicine is also beneficial for cases where eruptions form specifically in the bend of joints, like elbow bend and bend of the knee. They ooze fluid. At times, crusty eruptions appear along with cracks. In some cases, scaly eruptions develop on the affected skin area. In case of nasal complaints, this medicine offers great relief in symptoms including runny nose and sneezing that may occur from allergy. Runny nose may alternate with blockage in the nose. Burning sensation can be felt in the nose. There may be watering from the eyes.

4. Graphites – For Dry, Rough, Itchy Skin

Graphites is a very important medicine for managing cases of dry, rough skin attended with itching. Burning sensation may also occur. At times, cracks appear on the skin. This medicine is also well indicated to manage fluid-filled eruptions that discharge a sticky and gluey fluid. It is also an excellent medicine to help cases where skin rash appears in the skin folds like armpits, bend of elbow and knee and groin (this area lies at the crease where lower abdomen and thighs meet).

5. Hepar Sulph – For Itching And Burning On Skin

This medicine is useful for cases showing itching and burning on the skin. After scratching, white-colored eruptions form on the skin. There may be offensive-smelling sweat. The skin is sensitive to touch. Itchy rash can occur in the bend of knees and elbows. There may be dryness and cracks in the armpits, along with itching in the affected areas especially from warmth. The rash is dry most of the time.

6. Merc Sol – For Red Rash Covered With Blisters

This medicine is helpful for red rash on the skin covered with fluid-filled eruptions (blisters). They ooze out thin clear fluid. After oozing of fluid, the redness on the skin remains for few days, around a week or so. The blisters may be surrounded by dry scales. This medicine is also indicated for dry eruptions that often bleed. Next, this medicine is indicated for skin inflammation with yellow crusts. This medicine is also useful for itching on the skin at night in bed. The itching is severe with an urge to scratch a lot. The skin is sore to touch.

7. Petroleum – For Rough, Dry Skin Accompanied With Cracks

This medicine is of great use in cases of rough, dry skin accompanied by cracks. Bleeding may occur from these cracks. Clear fluid may also ooze from the cracks. The skin is sensitive and painful to touch. Even clothes can cause pain on the skin. It is also indicated for fluid-filled eruptions covered with scabs.

8. Phosphorus – To Manage Itching, Burning And Stinging On Skin

This medicine can be considered for cases of itching, burning and stinging on the skin. This is attended with restlessness. Reddish-brown spots may appear on the skin. The affected skin is dry and scaly. Skin peeling can occur in a few cases. This medicine can also be used for small fluid-filled eruptions that form around the joints along with itching.

9. Rhus Tox – For Red, Swollen, Itchy Skin

This medicine is recommended when the skin is red and swollen along with itching. There is dryness and heated sensation on the skin. Eruptions may appear on the skin along with scale formation. Burning sensation is felt after scratching. Rubbing worsens skin eruptions.

10. Allium Cepa – To Manage Nasal And Eye Symptoms

This medicine can be used symptomatically to manage nasal and eye symptoms in allergy cases. This medicine brings relief when there is profuse, watery discharge from the nose. It is attended with burning in the nose, accompanied by sneezing. Itching is also felt in the nose. The nose feels stuffed sometimes. Next, it is beneficial, if the symptoms include watery, itchy eyes and burning sensation in the eyes.

 

 

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Top 7 Homeopathic Medicines For Skin Allergy

Skin allergy refers to skin irritation, skin rash, bumps on the skin from an abnormal over-reaction of the immune system to an entirely harmless substance. Normally the immune system helps to fight foreign harmful agents like bacteria and viruses and expel them from the body. But in people suffering from any kind of skin allergy, the immune system overreacts to a harmless substance due to an over-sensitive immune system. The allergens that might trigger a skin reaction might include certain food products like peanuts, milk, eggs, shellfish, latex or use of certain medicines, cosmetic products, synthetic clothes, use of certain detergents and and insect bites. The persons having skin allergies may suffer from hives, atopic dermatitis, and contact dermatitis if they come in contact with an allergen.


Hives refers to a skin rash characterized by formation of wheals (raised bumps) on the skin resulting from an allergic reaction. Atopic dermatitis refers to inflamed, dry skin along with itching in the persons having predisposition to allergy tendencies. Contact dermatitis refers to the formation of a rash on the skin causing irritation or an allergic reaction to an allergen like detergents, jewelry, etc. An allergic reaction on skin can also occur from a bite from insects. In case of skin allergy, the signs and symptoms that appear are skin rash, skin dryness, bumps/redness/ cracks on the skin, and itching or swelling on the skin. In some cases, a serious reaction called anaphylaxis can occur along with skin symptoms. Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency that requires urgent medical help. Few symptoms of anaphylaxis are swelling in the throat or tongue that may block the airways, wheezing, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, weak and rapid pulse and low blood pressure. Such cases should be promptly treated as these may prove fatal if not treated immediately.

Homeopathic Management

Homeopathic medicines are of great help in treating skin allergy. These medicines effectively manage skin complaints arising from allergies like skin rash, skin eruptions, redness on the skin, dryness, and cracks, itching and burning on skin. These medicines moderate the overactive immune system to reduce the intensity and frequency of the allergy. These medicines are natural remedies that heal the skin complaint gently and safely with zero side effects. The homeopathic prescription for cases of skin allergy has to be decided after detailed case study by a homeopathic physician. So one should always consider taking any homeopathic medicine after consulting a homeopathic doctor. Homeopathy is suggested for mild to moderate cases of skin allergy. In severe cases and in serious cases where there are signs of anaphylaxis, it is strictly recommended to take immediate help from conventional mode of treatment as these cases are very critical needing prompt treatment to prevent serious consequences and such cases cannot be handled with homeopathic medicines.

Homeopathic Medicines For Skin Allergy

1. Apis Mellifica – Top Remedy

Apis Mellifica tops the list of homeopathic medicine for managing cases of various kind of skin allergies. The characteristic feature for using this medicine is burning and stinging sensation on the skin. The affected skin is reddish in appearance. Skin rash tends to appear. Marked itching is felt in the skin rash in most of the cases. Itching worsens at night, but gets better in open air and also from scratching in many cases. Needle-like pricking is also felt on the skin. The affected skin area is also highly sensitive to touch. In hives, large, red, inflamed bumps occur on the skin with itching, burning and stinging sensation.

2. Graphites – For Dry, Rough Skin

Graphites is a highly effective medicine when skin gets dry and rough. Cracks on the skin can attend to it. Next, this medicine is highly beneficial for cases where eruptions form on the skin that ooze a discharge. The fluid that oozes out is sticky and gluey. Crusts from on the eruptions after the fluid discharge. The eruptions have marked itching and burning. This medicine is of great help for treating skin rash that occurs in the skin folds like bends of the limbs (elbow bend and bend of the knee), armpits, groin (crease where lower abdomen and thigh meets), area under breast and behind the ears.

3. Sulphur – To Manage Skin Itching

Sulphur is the most frequently used medicine in homeopathy for managing skin itching due to different reasons. There is a tendency of worsening of itching at night in most cases where this medicine is required. When scratched, there is a burning sensation in the itchy area. Pain is felt after scratching the affected skin area. In general, there is marked dryness on the skin along with the above complaints. In some cases, eruptions appear on the skin that may be dry or may contain pus. Cracks develop on the skin in few cases. Scabs or scales may be present at times.

4. Natrum Mur – For Dermatitis And Hives

This medicine is recommended for managing skin allergies including dermatitis and hives. It is indicated when there is dry, red and inflamed skin. Next, it is suitable for dry eruptions with crusts in the bends of limbs including bend of elbow and bend of the knee. In case of hives, this medicine can be considered for large red wheals accompanied with intense itching. This medicine can be used in cases where fluid-filled bumps called blisters form on the skin. These tend to burst, ooze watery fluid and get covered with dry flakes after fluid has oozed out.

5. Arsenic Album – For Dry Skin Covered With Flakes

Arsenic Album is a helpful medicine for managing cases of dry skin covered with flakes. The skin peels off in the form of large scales where this medicine is needed. Skin is itchy. Burning sensation is also felt in the affected skin area. Itching and burning sensation increases at night. Skin eruptions, dry or fluid-filled, may appear on the skin attended with intense burning. Hives with marked burning can occur in some cases. Lastly, ulcers having cutting pain and burning sensation may form on the skin.

6. Merc Sol – For Fluid Filled Eruptions On The Skin

Merc Sol is of great help in cases of eruptions on the skin that can be filled with watery fluid or pus. The eruptions can be surrounded by scales. Itching may be felt that gets worse from the warmth of the bed. This medicine can also be used in cases of eruptions covered with yellowish-brown crusts. Pus may attend it. This medicine can be considered in cases of skin ulcers as well. In cases needing it, the ulcers are irregular in shape and have undefined edges.

7. Urtica Urens – For Managing Hives Cases

This medicine is highly recommended to help treat hives. In cases needing it, raised red wheals appear on the skin. The hives appearing from eating shellfish is a key indication for using this medicine. The hives are accompanied with violent itching and burning sensation. Formication (a sensation as if the ants are crawling on or under the skin) can be felt along with wheals in addition to the above complaints.

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Cholinergic Urticaria: How to get Relief through Homeopathy

Urticaria refers to a skin rash in which bumps known as wheals or welts suddenly appear on the skin. Also known as hives or nettle rash, Urticaria is of several types. One among them is cholinergic urticaria that refers to urticaria that gets triggered when the body gets warm and body’s temperature increases from exercise, being in a warm room or in hot weather or from sweating. It is also known as heat hives or heat bumps. Exercise is the most common of all the triggers for this type of Urticaria. Other triggers for this type of Urticaria include bathing with hot water, fever, exposure to sun’s heat, being near a stove, stress, nervousness, anxiety, being angry, eating spicy or hot food and alcohol consumption. The exact reason behind this type of urticaria is not clear yet. But it is believed that it may arise from an allergic response. In this condition, the body overreacts to heat and sweat. Heat and sweat, along with release of histamine, causes  reaction. Though it may affect both males and females, it is relatively more common in males. A person already suffering from an allergic condition like hay fever (allergic rhinitis), asthma, eczema or Urticaria from some other causes (like from eating certain food, pressure on the skin) are at a high risk of getting cholinergic urticaria.

 

Homeopathic Management

Homeopathy is very effective in managing cholinergic Urticaria. These medicines are entirely safe to use as these are prepared from naturally occurring substances and have zero side effects. They help magnificently in healing the wheals.  Along with this any itching, burning, stinging sensation is well controlled with these medicines. After acutely managing the condition, homeopathic medicines work gradually to overcome the tendency of recurrence of this type of Urticaria.  For this, homeopathic treatment has to be continued for a few months depending on duration and intensity of case. Homeopathic medicines are selected for every individual case based on the symptom presentation so homeopathic prescription varies from case to case. It is advised to take any homeopathic medicine under supervision of a homeopathic doctor only. Homeopathic medicines are recommended only for mild to moderate cases of cholinergic Urticaria. Homeopathy has limitations in treating severe cases of urticaria, and the severe condition of anaphylaxis. So, in cases of severe intensity and where any signs of anaphylaxis are present, it is advised to take immediate help from conventional mode of treatment.

Homeopathic Medicines for Cholinergic Urticaria

1.Apis Mellifica – Top Recommended Medicine

Apis Mellifica ranks first on the list of homeopathic medicines for treating Urticaria. It is one of the best medicines when Urticaria gets triggered from heat, and warmth of the bed. It is also the most effective medicine for hives that occur in warm weather. Following heat exposure, red wheals appear on the skin. There is intense burning and stinging in the wheals. These are also very itchy, especially during night. There is relief from itching in open air. One may feel pain in the wheals. The wheals may be tender to touch. It is also a well-indicated medicine for managing hives that appear during fever.

wheals on the skin

wheals on the skin

2. Natrum Mur – For Urticaria After Exercise

This medicine is very beneficial for Urticaria occurring after exercise. The bumps may form over the whole body surface in those needing it. The bumps may be quite large. Violent itching is felt in the wheals. Burning and stinging sensation is felt too.

3. Rhus Tox – For Urticaria From Sweating

Rhus Tox is a well indicated medicine when Urticaria is triggered from sweating. Wheals appear with intense itching which worsens from rubbing. This medicine is also valuable to help cases of Urticaria during fever. In such cases, wheals appear all over the body along with itching. The wheals are dark red, circular and elevated. The surrounding skin may be swollen.

4. Urtica Urens – For Exercise Induced Urticaria

Just like medicine Natrum Mur, this medicine is also useful for cases of exercise-induced Urticaria. Red-colored raised bumps appear on the skin after exercise in cases needing it. This is accompanied with severe itching. Burning heat is also felt in the bumps. Formication (sensation of insects crawling under the skin) can be quite prominent where this medicine is required. In some areas, stinging sensation is felt in the wheals.

5. Pulsatilla – For Urticaria In Summer

This natural medicine is very effective for treating Urticaria that occurs in summer. In cases needing it, wheals occur on the skin with itching in hot weather. Itching gets worse at night.

6. Sulphur – During Fever

Sulphur is a suitable medicine for managing cases of hives that get triggered during fever. The wheals may appear on the arms, legs, face and neck. The hives can be quite itchy along with burning sensation.

7. Chloralum – For Hives From Alcoholic Drinks

For treatment of hives that get triggered from consuming alcoholic drinks, Chloralum is the best choice of medicine. It is also indicated for hives from drinking any hot liquid. Large patches of red-colored wheals appear on the neck, back, abdomen and the limbs. Violent stinging and itching occurs.

8. Conium – For Hives From Being Overheated

Conium is another very helpful medicine when hives appear due to the body getting overheated. It is effective when hives appear after intense body exercise. Itching is felt in the wheals. It gets worse from scratching. Burning and pain may also be felt.

Signs And Symptoms

In cholinergic Urticaria, tiny (between 1 – 5 mm) bumps appear on the skin surrounded by circles called wheals. The bumps may be skin colored or red. These may turn white when pressed. Itching, stinging, tingling or burning sensation may attend. Though the bumps may appear on any body part but more commonly occur on the face, chest, arms and upper back.  Palms, soles and armpits are never affected. The hives may develop within 5 -6 minutes of exposure to the trigger and may remain for half an hour to about two hours. This condition may vary from being mild to severe that requires immediate medical attention. Some of the symptoms of severe condition (called anaphylaxis) includes hives covering the whole body along with other symptoms like swelling in the deep layers of skin, swelling in the throat or of the tongue. This condition can block airways, cause contraction of the airways causing breathing difficulty, wheezing, weak and rapid pulse, dizziness and low blood pressure. When any of these severe symptoms are felt, it is advised to take immediate medical help as these point towards a life-threatening condition called anaphylaxis.

 

 

 

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5 Best Homeopathic Medicines for Allergic Rhinitis

Are you suffering from frequent sneezing attacks, runny nose and itchy eyes? If yes, then you are suffering from allergic rhinitis, simply called nasal allergy. Also known as hay fever, this condition sometimes causes breathing problems and is then called hay asthma. Homeopathic medicines can provide significant relief to those who suffer from allergic rhinitis not only temporarily but also a long-term cure for nasal allergy.

Top Homeopathic Medicines for Allergic Rhinitis

The top five homeopathic medicines to treat allergic rhinitis are Natrum Mur, Sabadilla, Arsenic Album, Allium Cepa and Arundo Mauritanica. Two medicines that require a special mention in homeopathy are Galphima Glauca and Histaminum. Both of them have been lately introduced in homeopathy and have done wonders in treating the acute symptoms of allergic rhinitis.

1. Natrum MurTop-grade medicine

It is the leading homeopathic medicine for treating allergic rhinitis. It covers nearly all the problem areas and is the most widely used homeopathic medicine for treating nasal allergy. Violent sneezing and runny nose is the foremost guiding symptom to put it into use. The nasal discharge is thin and watery resembling the raw white of an egg. This discharge may flow for a day or two followed by nasal blockage which makes breathing difficult. Frequent sneezing occurs early in the morning and a sensation of a small worm wriggling in the nostril is felt. Loss of smell and taste may also be noted.

When  Should one use Natrum Mur?

It is the first choice of every homeopath for treating almost every case of allergic rhinitis. Whenever a person is having intense sneezing and runny nose, this medicine can be given without a second thought. It is suitable for persons of all age groups .

2. Sabadilla – for complaints worsening from strong smells

It is a natural medicine sourced from seeds of Cebadilla plant. It is used when a person is oversensitive to strong smells.  The most noteworthy symptom to use this medicine is marked sneezing, along with runny nose which gets worse with strong odors, for example, perfume. It is followed by watering and redness in the eyes. Stuffed nose may sometimes add to your woes.

When to use Sabadilla?

Sabadilla can be given to persons who have a runny nose after exposure to strong odors e.g. perfume, along with sneezing .

3. Arsenic Albumfor watery nasal discharge with a burning sensation

Though placed at number three, it is equally effective as the above-mentioned two medicines. The only difference is that it is prescribed by a homeopath based on different symptoms. It is recommended when there is thin watery nasal discharge that causes a burning sensation in the nose, and excoriation which means peeling away of the skin of the nostrils. It is accompanied by sneezing. The patient’s condition worsens in the open air, but feels better indoors. Sometimes, you might have a stuffy nose along with the above-mentioned symptoms.

When and how to use Arsenic Album?

This medicine can be used when watery discharge flows from the nose that causes burning sensation and excoriation (damage or peeling of skin) in nostrils, along with sneezing. Use of this medicine is recommended in both low and high potencies. In the beginning, one may use 30C potency once or twice a day. For using high potencies, prior consultation with homeopathic physician is a must.

4. Allium Cepa for irritating, burning nasal discharge and non- irritating  eye discharge

The most pressing indication to use this medicine is profuse, watery irritating burning nasal discharge and copious, non-irritating eye discharge. In severe cases, the nasal discharge burns and corrodes (damages) the nose and upper lips due to acidic nature. It is accompanied by sneezing. Allium is also recommended when sneezing and nasal discharge worsen on entering a warm room and get better in open air. It is also effective when intense sneezing occurs on rising from bed. When nasal allergy worsens in spring or early in the month of August, Allium Cepa is the most extensively used remedy.

When and how to use Allium Cepa?

Nasal discharge that causes burning, corroding in nose and upper lip, with non–irritating eye discharge is the classic indicator to use this medicine. This medicine can also be used in both low and high potencies. It is safe to use it in 30 C potency in the beginning, once a day to thrice a day depending on the severity of symptoms, but for high potencies like 200 C or more, prior consultation with homeopathic physician is strictly advised.

5. Arundo Mauritanica – for itching in nostrils, with sneezing

The most outstanding symptom pointing to its use is itching in nostrils and sneezing. Itching of palate (roof of mouth) and eyes is also felt along with burning sensation.

When and how to use Arundo?

The key symptom is itching in nostrils with intense sneezing. It can be taken two to three times a day in 30C power.

Note Whenever taking any of these medicines, you may continue for about 2 to 3 weeks. If symptoms persist or you wish to continue any of these medicines beyond 3 weeks, it is strictly advised to seek consultation from a homeopathic physician. Also, do not take high potencies without consulting a homeopathic doctor.

What causes allergic rhinitis?

It is a part of the reaction of the body to a misdirected defense response from the body. This occurs when the body’s own defense cells called antibodies start attacking substances like pollen, wheat threshing dust, dust, etc. In other words, the body’s defense cells, which are meant to fight micro-organisms like bacteria and viruses, start attacking substances like pollen which are otherwise harmless to our body. This interaction between the defense cells (antibodies) and substances like pollen, wheat threshing dust (antigens), etc. results in the production of a substance, histamine, which is responsible for all local symptoms produced during allergies.

What are the symptoms?

Some symptoms arise immediately after exposure to the allergen and some of the symptoms may develop later. Its pertinent to mention here that symptoms of allergic rhinitis are not life-threatening but can seriously affect the quality of one’s life. The symptoms may occur only in a particular season or all the year around, which depends on the type of allergic rhinitis.

Following symptoms arise immediately on exposure to allergen:

– sneezing that can range from a few to many

–  profuse watery discharge from the nose

– itching in the nose, eyes, roof of the mouth and throat

– watery, red eyes

Following symptoms may occur later:

– blocked stuffy nose

– cough

– sore, scratchy throat

– headache

– blockage in ears

– reduced sense of smell

– fatigue, irritability, feeling ill

– difficulty in breathing in some patients

-dark under-eye circles

What are the two types of allergic rhinitis?

The two types include seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis.

Seasonal allergic rhinitis

It occurs during a particular time of the year i.e. in spring, summer and early fall. It occurs from response to outdoor allergens like pollen. It occurs during this time because pollen count is high with trees and weeds in full bloom.

Perennial allergic rhinitis

Its symptoms can occur throughout the year. It happens from exposure to indoor allergens like dust mites and pet dander. The symptoms may worsen in winter when time spent indoors increases.

 How homeopathy helps in curing allergic rhinitis?

In allergic rhinitis, homeopathic medicines work by optimizing the overactive immune system. Homeopathic medicines provide a stimulus (in a highly diluted form) to the body similar to what the trigger or allergen would have produced, leading to the gradual desensitization of the immune system. Homeopathic medicines used for treating allergic rhinitis mainly come from plants or organic substances. So, they do not have any side-effects and help in recovering naturally.

 What are the common allergens that trigger nasal allergy?

The common allergens that can trigger nasal allergy are as follows:

–   different kinds of pollen (powder coming from flowering plants): Tree pollen, grass pollen

–  weeds

–  mites in the dust inside our homes

–  mold

–  animal dander (tiny flakes shed from skin) from pets like dogs, cats

–  wood dust

Allergic rhinitis occurs from allergies but there are certain external factors that can trigger or aggravate allergic rhinitis. Some of these include strong smells like perfumes, cigarette smoke, wind, cold temperature, wood smoke and fumes.

 Who is at risk?

Though anyone can suffer from it, those having a family history of allergic rhinitis or some other allergies are at more risk. People who have atopic eczema and asthma are also highly prone.

Is allergic rhinitis contagious?

No, it is not contagious. It means it does not spread from one person to another via inhalation of respiratory droplets from the person suffering from allergic rhinitis.

How to know if it is allergic rhinitis, cold or flu?

Many people tend to confuse allergic rhinitis with cold or flu due to some similar symptoms. Here are some points to differentiate between these two conditions.

– In allergic rhinitis, sneezing and thin clear watery nasal discharge and symptom may last for many weeks, longer (even all the year around) than a cold.

– In allergic rhinitis, itching in the nose, throat, eyes, mouth is common and fever is absent. Allergic rhinitis is an allergic reaction and not contagious. However, in case of cold or flu, the nasal discharge tends to be thick and a person can also have fever. Sneezing and sore throat may also occur. In most of the cases, cold happens from a virus and it is contagious. It lasts from 3 days to a week and in extreme cases, not more than two weeks.

Can allergic rhinitis lead to any complications?

Yes, sometimes a few complications can arise from allergic rhinitis. These include development of asthma or worsening of asthma, frequent sinus infections, frequent ear infections. The symptoms may cause poor sleep or inability to sleep at night.

Can hay fever be prevented?

Though allergic rhinitis cannot be prevented but some preventive measures can help reduce the intensity of its symptoms. These are as follows:

– During seasons when pollen is in the air,  prefer staying indoors as much as possible

– When pollen count is high, keep the windows closed

– Wash hands immediately after handling pets

– Change clothes or take shower as soon you come home after being outdoors

– Use dust and mite-proof bedding covers

– Use air conditioner to decrease amount of allergens in the air

Role of Vitamin D in managing allergic rhinitis symptoms

According to a research paper published in Asia Pacific allergy journal (The role of Vitamin D in allergic rhinitis), decreased levels of Vitamin D worsens allergic rhinitis symptoms. Vitamin D controls or modulate defense cells (over-activation of which increases allergic rhinitis symptoms), so vitamin D levels are very important to treat allergic rhinitis.

As per research paper European Respiratory Journal, in persons with low vitamin D levels, the symptoms of allergic rhinitis were severe. A trial was done in which placebo (plain non medicated pills) was given to 50 pc of the persons who participated in the trial and the rest 50 pc were given oral vitamin D (chole-calciferol 1000 IU) for thirty days.

It was seen that there was significant reduction in the symptoms of allergic rhinitis in those who were given vitamin D supplement but symptoms persisted in those who received placebo.

In a similar experiment by the Pediatric Department of University of Lordz in Poland, a trial was done on children.  It was seen that in children who received vitamin D 1000 IU daily, there was significant reduction in allergy symptoms.

From the above-mentioned papers, it is clearly evident that vitamin D 1000 IU daily during allergy period can offer significant relief.

 

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Top 3 Natural Homeopathic Medicines for Pollen Allergy

pollen allergy homeopathy

The sudden appearance of symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes as a result of inhaling pollens is known as a pollen allergy. An inflammatory response against the pollen grains is triggered by the immune system of a person allergic to pollen. Of the many substances that can cause a seasonal allergy, pollens remain one of the most common triggers. Pollen is a powdery substance produced by flowers, weeds, trees, and grass. Most trees produce pollen during the spring season; flowers and grasses produce pollen during the summertime, and late-blooming plants like ragweed produce pollen around late summer and early autumn. Homeopathic medicine for allergy caused by pollen grains can treat acute allergic reactions, as well as chronic allergic tendencies.

The pollens are spread by the wind and other means to fertilize plants of the same species. All of us tend to inhale pollens while breathing, and they don’t cause any problem for most of us. However, people who are allergic to pollen grains show the symptoms of an allergy. A pollen allergy is also known as Hay fever, and it usually subsides with the onset of cold weather.

Symptoms of a Pollen Allergy

Since every plant has its own pollinating period, the symptoms of pollen allergies are triggered when the particular plant is producing pollen. A person who is allergic to a specific type of pollen will develop allergic symptoms only when exposed to that particular pollen. The main symptoms of a pollen allergy include:

– A runny nose

– Sneezing

Stuffy or blocked nose

– Watery, itchy, red, swollen eyes

– Itchy, scratchy throat

– Cough

Asthmatic reaction with wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing

– Worsening of sinusitis complaint

Homeopathic Remedies for Pollen Allergy

Homeopathic medicines can effectively treat an acute allergic reaction and also work well to manage the chronic tendency towards pollen allergy. With the use of homeopathic treatment, the intensity and occurrence of the symptoms gradually decrease with every attack.
Antihistamines are most commonly used to treat allergic reactions in the conventional system of medicine. While they help deal with an acute allergic reaction, they only work on a short-term, temporary basis. Excessive use of these medications can cause side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, restlessness, nausea, and confusion.
Homeopathic medicines, on the other hand, have no side effects. They help moderate the overactive immune system and are a safe, natural treatment for seasonal pollen allergies.

Top Homeopathic Medicines for Seasonal Pollen Allergy

Natrum Mur – Top Homeopathic Medicine for Pollen Allergy

Natrum Mur is a top listed homeopathic medicine for allergy caused by pollen grains. The person needing the medicine has a watery discharge from the nose and eyes. Along with this, violent sneezing (that is worse early in the morning) appears. Natrum Mur is also indicated when there is an alternating runny nose with a stuffy nose. Tickling in the throat along with a cough may also be present.

Key indications for using Natrum Mur for Allergy:

– Watery discharge from nose and eyes
– Early morning sneezing
– Alternate runny and stuffy nose

Sabadilla Officinalis – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Violent Sneezing

Sabadilla Officinalis is a homeopathic medicine prepared from the cevadilla seed that belongs to the natural order Melanthaceae. It is an effective homeopathic medicine for allergy caused by pollen grains. The main characteristic feature that indicates the need for this remedy is violent, spasmodic sneezing followed by eye discharges. Along with this, itching and tickling sensations in the nose are present, which the person tends to rub excessively. Running nose with copious watery discharge, severe pain in the head in the frontal area, and obstruction of nostrils on alternate sides may also be present.

Key indications for using Sabadilla for Allergy:

-Violent sneezing
– Sneezing with itching, tickling in the nose
– Frontal pain in head

Arsenic Album – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Copious Nasal Discharge

Arsenic Album is a well-indicated homeopathic medicine for pollen allergy with profuse watery nasal discharge and sneezing. The discharges are frequent and cause an itching, burning sensation in the nose. Acrid discharges can irritate the upper lip. The symptoms tend to get worse in the open air while staying indoors helps relieve the symptoms.

Key Indications for using Arsenic for Allergy:

– Copious watery discharge from the nose with sneezing
– Acrid, burning, excoriating nasal discharge
– Worsening of symptoms outdoors

Allium Cepa – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Sneezing and Watery Eyes

Allium Cepa is a natural homeopathic medicine prepared from a plant called ‘red onion’ that belongs to the natural order Liliaceae. Sneezing with a runny nose and watery eyes are the main guiding symptoms to use Allium Cepa. The nasal discharges are acrid, burning and copious, with constant sneezing. Sneezing tends to worsen upon entering a warm room. A crawling, tingling, itching sensation in nostrils and itching in the throat is present. Allium Cepa is also indicated for cases where there is violent sneezing immediately upon rising from the bed. This medicine works well to treat pollen allergies and hay fever that appear during the spring season.

Key indications for using Allium Cepa for Allergy:

-Acrid, burning nasal discharge
– Bland eye discharge
– Hay fever in Spring

Euphrasia Officinalis – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Itchy, Watery Eyes

Homeopathic medicine Euphrasia Officinalis is prepared from the plant called ‘Eyebright.’ It belongs to the family of Scrophulariaceae. It is used to treat pollen allergy which causes symptoms like itchy, watery eyes and coryza (inflammation of the mucous membrane). The eye discharges are profuse and acrid. The discharges cause burning, biting, smarting, and scalding in the eyes. Eyes get red along with swelling of lids. Watery, profuse discharge from the nose (bland in nature) are noted. In some cases, fluent coryza during the day and obstruction of the nose at night is present. A cough and expulsion of phlegm may appear in the morning.

Key indications for using Euphrasia for Allergies:

– Profuse, acrid, burning eye discharges
– Red, itchy eyes
– Profuse watery nasal discharges

Other Important Homeopathic Medicines for Pollen Allergy

Arsenic Iod – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Burning Nasal Discharge

Arsenic Iod is an effective homeopathic medicine for pollen allergy with burning nasal discharge. Thin, watery, hot discharge drips from the nose. The discharge tends to cause soreness and redness of the upper lip. Irritation, tingling of the nose with a constant desire to sneeze is present. Irritating watery secretions and marked burning and smarting in eyes are also noted.

Arum Triphyllum – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Nasal Discharge and Stuffy Nose

Arum Triphyllum is a homeopathic medicine prepared from Indian turnip that belongs to the family Araceae. Fluent acrid discharge from the nose with a blocked nose, increased mouth breathing, raw and sore nostrils, irritated upper lip from the discharge, pain at the root of the nose and night sneezing are the indicating symptoms of this remedy.

Arundo Mauri – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Itching in Nostrils, Palate, and Eyes

Homeopathic medicine Arundo Mauri is prepared from Italian grass of the natural order Gramineae. Itching in nostrils, palate (roof of the mouth), and eyes are the key indications to use this medicine. Coryza and sneezing, loss of smell and prickling and burning in the eyes may also be present.

Arsenic Album – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Wheezing

Arsenic Album is a homeopathic remedy used to treat pollen allergy with difficulty in breathing, wheezing in the chest (asthmatic complaint), suffocation and shortness of breath. Breathing is quick, short and anxious. The person cannot breathe adequately. Tightness, constriction, and oppression in the chest are present. The symptoms may get worse at midnight. A cough with thick, yellow-green mucus, sneezing with burning, biting, copious watery coryza is present. The nose may feel blocked, and the person may feel anxious and restless.

Wyethia – Homeopathic Medicine for allergy with Itching Palate and Dry, Hacking Cough

Wyethia is a homeopathic medicine prepared from the root of plant wyethia helenoides of the natural order Compositae. The characteristic features to use it are itching of palate and dry, hacking cough. It is also indicated for cases with itching inner canthi of eyes and allergic asthma.

Aralia Racemosa – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Frequent Sneezing

Aralia Racemosa is a natural homeopathic medicine prepared from the plant American Spikenard. It belongs to the natural order Araliaceae. It is used to treat pollen allergy accompanied by frequent sneezing and watery discharges from the nose.

Allium Cepa – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy during Spring

Allium Cepa is a natural homeopathic medicine prepared from red onion of natural order Liliaceae. Allium Cepa is prominently indicated homeopathic medicine for pollen allergy in the spring season. The symptoms include fluent watery discharge from the nose, sneezing and watery eyes. The nasal discharge is copious and acrid, causing burning in the nose. Sneezing tends to worsen upon entering a warm room. Crawling, tingling, itching sensation in the nostrils is present. Itching in the throat is also present.

Dulcamara – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy from Fresh Mown Grass

Dulcamara is a homeopathic medicine prepared from the plant ‘Woody Nightshade.’ It belongs to the natural order Solanaceae. It is used to pollen allergy caused by freshly mown grass. The person needing this medicine may have profuse watery nasal discharges or nasal blockage. Watery discharge from the nose tends to get worse in the open air. Constant sneezing, abundant watering from the eyes, and swelling of eyes are some other symptoms.

Ambrosia – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy from Ragweed

Ambrosia is a natural homeopathic medicine prepared from the ‘Roman Wormwood’ plant of the family Composite. It is an excellent homeopathic medicine to combat pollen allergy caused by ragweed. The characteristic features arising include watery eyes and intolerable itching of eyelids. Burning and smarting in eyes is also present. A feeling of stuffiness in the nose with a watery nasal discharge is present. Violent sneezing that can cause nosebleeds may occur. Sinus congestion along with a tickling cough is another accompanying feature. Ambrosia is also used as a preventive measure for ragweed allergies, and its use is recommended before the ragweed season.

Galphimia Glauca – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Burning Discharges from Eyes and Nose

Galphimia Glauca is a significant homeopathic medicine for pollen allergy prepared from the plant ‘Galphimia Glauca,’ of the natural order Malpighiaceae. Dried leaves and flowers of this plant are used for medicinal preparation. It is indicated for burning discharges from the eyes and nose. Sneezing also appears to worsen in the morning. Itching in eyes (especially in the morning) and swelling of the eyelids is also noted.

Histaminum – Homeopathic Medicine for Pollen Allergy

Histaminum is an effective homeopathic medicine for treating pollen allergy. It helps reduce the hypersensitivity of the immune system. Histaminum helps in controlling symptoms of pollen allergy, like sneezing, runny nose, and congestion. It also helps in asthmatic conditions arising from allergies.

Justicia Adhatoda – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Sneezing Fits and Watery Eyes

Justicia Adhatoda is a homeopathic medicine prepared from the fresh leaves of the plant Malabar Nut of natural order Acanthaceae. Fits of sneezing with watery eyes are the main indicative symptoms of using this medicine. Profuse coryza (inflammation of mucous membranes), loss of smell and paroxysmal (sudden, intense) coughing with tightness in chest and difficulty in breathing are some other indicating symptoms.

Luffa Operculata – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Stuffy Nose and Sneezing

Luffa Operculata is a homeopathic medicine prepared from the Cabacinha plant (also known as Esponjilla). The natural order of this plant is Cucurbitaceae. This medicine is used for pollen allergy with a stuffy nose and sneezing. Sometimes, a bland nasal discharge may be present. Burning, itching at the outer corners of the eyes, nasal polyps (non-cancerous growths inside the nose) and sinusitis complaints may also be present.

Cardiospermum – Homeopathic Medicine for Allergy with Sneezing in the Morning

Cardiospermum is a homeopathic medicine prepared from the Ballon Vine plant. Its natural order is Sapindaceae. It is mainly used in cases of pollen allergy when sneezing appears in the morning upon waking. Itchy, watery eyes, obstruction of the nose, sinus congestion and a dry throat with scratchiness may arise along with other symptoms.

Causes of Pollen Allergies

The most common cause of pollen allergies is, of course, pollen grains spread by plants. The common sources of pollens include grass, trees, and weeds.

Grass – The common grass species that tend that cause pollen allergies include ryegrass, Timothy, and Bermuda. The pollination periods of these grasses are different, and a person allergic to a specific type of grass pollen will develop allergies in the corresponding season.
Ryegrass produces pollen throughout Spring to Fall, while Timothy produces pollen during the months of June and July. Bermuda produces pollen from May to September.

Trees – The common trees that are known to cause pollen allergy are birch, oak, and cedar. The pollinating period of these trees during the Spring season.

Weeds – The common weeds that tend to trigger allergies are ragweed and sagebrush. The peak levels of pollen production of ragweed are around mid-September. The pollinating period of sagebrush is mid-August to late September.

Pollen Count

The pollen count is defined as the amount of pollen present in the air at a given place. It is calculated over a period of 24 hours as the number of grains per square meter of air. On the basis of this calculation, the pollen count is divided into high, medium, low, or absent. It includes three types of pollen including weeds, grasses, and trees, as well as mold spores.
The pollen count affects the symptoms of a pollen allergy. A low pollen count does not affect too many people (except for those who are highly sensitive), while a medium-to-high number can give rise to allergic symptoms.
The pollen count in the local area can be checked online through National websites that are updated daily.

The Mechanism of a Pollen Allergy

When an allergen (like pollen) enters the body of a person with a sensitive immune system, it triggers the production of antibodies to fight the foreign particles. These antibodies are small proteins that lock onto the pollen grains, and they also bind to other white blood cells.
The next time pollen enters the nose; these cells break open to release histamine, which is a chemical released by the body to direct an inflammatory response against the foreign bodies. A large amount of histamine released causes itching, swelling of affected tissues, mucus production, muscle spasms, and other symptoms of an allergy.

Preventing Pollen Allergies

Preventing exposure to the allergens is the best way to deal with pollen allergies, especially during the high-allergy seasons. Some measures that can help prevent and manage a pollen allergy include:

Stay informed about the pollen count in your area and avoid exposure to the allergens on high and medium pollen count days. Those who are extremely prone to developing an allergic reaction should be careful even during low pollen counts.

Know your Allergens – Ask an allergist and observe for yourself the allergens that set off your allergies. Avoid exposure to those allergens, especially during the peak allergy season, and take measures to ensure that the allergy does not get triggered.

When the pollen counts are high, it is best to remain indoors in an air-conditioned environment with closed windows.

If you are planning to be outdoors while the allergy season is on, try to be outdoors when the pollen counts are low. Usually, plants pollinate between 5 am to 9 am, so early morning outdoor activities should be avoided. Walking a dog during these hours is also not advised since animals can trap pollen on their fur. Pollen also tends to flow more through the air on windy days.

Using masks to filter out pollen when outdoors is a good way to prevent exposure to the allergens.

Pollen grains can follow you into the house through the clothes, hair, and pets. Changing clothes and showering immediately upon returning home is strongly advised.

Sunglasses should be used to keep the pollen out of the eyes. Eyes irritated by allergies are also more sensitive to light, so sunglasses help prevent further exposure.

Indoor plants that produce pollen are often overlooked. These include ornamental grasses, shrubs, and trees. These should ideally not be kept in the house.

Apart from the allergens, it is also essential to control the irritants that trigger allergic reactions or make their symptoms worse.
Not smoking in the house, avoiding wood fires, and avoiding strong odors off of sprays, paints, disinfectants, and perfumes are some methods to reduce the number of irritants.

Pollen allergies should be treated promptly, especially in acute cases. Where required, prescription medications and antihistamines should be taken to control a severe allergic flare up. However, overuse of conventional medicines like decongestant sprays can cause further problems (like an allergy rebound) and should be used very sparingly. Homeopathic remedies for pollen allergy work particularly well to treat chronic conditions.

 

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Homeopathic Remedies for Peanut Allergy

 Homeopathic Remedies for Peanut Allergy

Caution: Nut Allergies can be life-threatening, kindly consult your physician before using any homeopathy medicine. A food item as simple as a peanut can trigger an allergy in some people. Allergy basically refers to an abnormal exaggerated immune response to a substance (or allergen) in an individual who is allergic towards the specific allergen. When the allergic reaction is life-threatening, it is referred to as Anaphylaxis. Peanut intake leading to such an allergic response is termed Peanut Allergy. Here the allergen is peanut and the person in whom eating a peanut excites a reaction is allergic towards peanuts. The Homeopathic remedies for peanut allergy are of great help in the treatment of Allergy and work towards extracting the allergy from its root. These natural remedies strengthen the immune system and the severity of an allergic reaction is reduced.

Peanut Allergy is one of the most common food-related allergies. The symptoms of Peanut Allergy may emerge in three spheres. The first one is skin, where redness, swelling or urticarial eruptions appear. The second is gastro-intestinal symptoms with loose stool, vomiting, and cramps in the abdomen. The last sphere is the emergence of respiratory symptoms with wheezing, throat constriction, and difficulty in breathing. The severest symptoms with Anaphylaxis include reduced blood pressure, severe tightness or constriction of respiratory tract and loss of consciousness. The anaphylactic reaction may prove fatal if not treated in time.

Top Homeopathic Remedies for Peanut Allergy

Homeopathy aims at strengthening the immune system. These medicines, which are made of natural substances, help in modifying the immune response to peanut intake and makes it reach the optimum level. With the use of properly selected remedies, the severity of allergic reaction can be reduced with every subsequent attack until it is totally diminished in its entirety. They are recommended after taking proper case history of the patient. The mental, as well as physical and general symptoms, are taken into account to recommend the best remedy. However, in the case of a severe anaphylactic reaction caused by peanut intake, one should seek urgent medical help as the condition is life-threatening.

1. Apis Mellifica: For Peanut Allergy with Skin Reactions

Apis Mellifica is one of the best natural treatment for allergies arising on the skin following the intake of peanuts. The symptom guiding towards the use of Apis Mellifica is the appearance of large elevated wheals over the whole body after eating peanuts. Marked burning and stinging pains are felt in such wheals. The stinging burning in most cases gets worse with touch or pressure.  Most of the persons needing Apis Mellifica feel worse in a warm room. In such persons, going out in the cold open air is somewhat relieving. In a few persons, cold bathing seems to provide some relief. Apis Mellifica is a very successful remedy for treating urticarial wheals following peanut intake if these symptoms match. The body may also show swelling along with skin symptoms for using Apis Mellifica.

2. Rhus Tox: For Peanut Allergy with Skin Eruptions

Rhus Tox is a very beneficial natural medicine for treating uritcarial eruptions appearing in response to peanut intake. The most important guiding symptoms for using Rhus Tox are utmost restlessness with skin eruptions. The person needing Rhus Tox shows restlessness of the utmost degree, and cannot sit still in any place. He or she moves here and there in a random way. Another important feature indicating the selection of Rhus Tox is worsening of condition from cold air. Warmth provides relief to the person.

3. Nux Vomica: For Peanut Allergy with Stomach Problems

Natural medicine Nux Vomica is of great help for treating Peanut Allergy where stomach symptoms predominate. The symptoms that can be treated with Nux Vomica are nausea, vomiting, cramps in abdomen and loose stool. All the persons requiring Nux Vomica have a major complaint of cramps in abdomen with a constant urge to pass stool or poop. A little relief is afforded by passing stool, but the cramps are renewed soon after passing stool, so is the need to pass stool. The stool is passed out in a small quantity and the desire for stool is ineffectual and constant. Nausea and vomiting also appear along with cramps and loose stool.

4. For Peanut Allergy with Skin Complaints

Apart from Apis Mellifica and Rhus Tox, the other useful natural remedies for treating Peanut Allergy with skin complaints are Astacus Fluviatilis, Sulphur, Natrum Mur and Pulsatilla. Astacus Fluviatilis is selected for chronic treatment when the patient shows one major symptom: liver complaints in association with urticarial skin rash. Sulphur, Natrum Mur and Pulsatilla are natural medicines for allergies and are selected constitutionally for treating Peanut Allergy with skin affections. The constitutional symptoms that guide towards using Sulphur are mainly heat sensations in the body that are most marked in palms and soles, a desire for sweets, an aversion to bathing and a general aggravation from standing. The constitutional symptoms for using Natrum Mur are the reserved nature of the person, a desire for salty food and a general worsening of the situation from the heat of the sun. Pulsatilla is the medicine that is selected based on the constitutional symptoms of mild, sensitive, yielding nature, a desire for open air, no thirst at all and fatty food intolerance.

5. For Peanut Allergy with Stomach Complaints

Apart from Nux Vomica for stomach complaints due to Peanut Allergy, the other top remedies are Arsenic Album, Lycopodium and Phosphorus have proved to be very effective treatments for allergies. These medicines are also selected based upon the constitution of the patient. Arsenic Album is mainly selected if there are the constitutional symptoms of anxiety, restlessness, fastidiousness and thirst mainly for a small quantity at short intervals. Burning in the stomach with vomiting, nausea and loose stool are also felt. Lycopodium is the best natural remedy when the constitutional symptoms of chronic gas in the abdomen, desire for hot food and drinks, irritable nature, intolerance to opposition and contradiction predominate. For using Phosphorus, the constitutional symptoms to be looked for include weakness following loose stool, a desire for cold drinks, ice creams, juices and sensitivity towards external impressions like light, noise and touch.

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Top Homeopathic Remedies for Allergy

Homeopathic Remedies For Allergies

Allergy is a very individualor to-each-his-own medical condition. Put simply, what your body may be allergic to, the other person may not be and the other way round. Allergy is a sudden hypersensitive reaction that presents itself with a number of symptoms following contact with an allergen. Now, what is an allergen? It’s an agent that is harmful to a sensitive or allergic person but does not have any effect on others. The main allergens are dust mites, pollens, animal danders and certain food items like eggs. The main allergies are nasal allergy, allergic cough, food allergies, dust allergy and skin rash. Some persons are very allergic to hair dyesas well. The Homeopathic remedies for allergy not only helps in providing relief in acute attacks of allergy, but also works to cure the allergy by extracting the underlying root cause. The Homeopathic treatment for allergy is completely safe, since the homeopathic medicines are sourced out of natural substances and there are no toxins involved. The natural Homeopathic remedies that are best suited are chosen on the basis of the symptoms and characteristics narrated by each patient.

Top Homeopathic Remedies for Allergy

Apis Mellifica: Best Homeopathic remedy for rash due to allergic reaction

Apis Mellifica is the top natural Homeopathic medicine to treat the hives or urticarial rash due to allergic reactions. This Homeopathic medicine is the best remedy for all cases of allergic hives that result in violent itching with burning and stinging sensations. The patient may get relief from cold applications. The skin is sensitive to touch and swelling accompanies the rash. Open air brings a slight improvement in the condition.

Arsenic Album: Best Homeopathic medicine for nasal allergy

Arsenic Album is the top natural Homeopathic medicine for treating nasal allergy when there is a fluent and burning discharge from nose with a lot of sneezing. This may be accompanied by watery eyes and a burning sensation.

Natrum Mur: Homeopathic remedy for nasal and skin allergies

Natrum Mur is a naturalHomeopathic medicine that is very beneficial for the treatment of both nasal and skin allergies. The important pointers for using Natrum Mur in nasal allergy are a running nose with sneezing and difficulty in breathing. In skinallergies, Natrum Mur is the ideal Homeopathic remedy for excessive itching that mainly gets worse in a warm room and better in open air. A craving for salt is usually noted in all the patients requiring Natrum Mur.

Sulphur: Top Homeopathic medicine for skin allergies

Natural Homeopathic medicine Sulphur is the best remedy for skin allergies with excessive itching and burning sensation. The skin usually remains dry and the patient gets relief from scratchingit. The constitutional symptoms for selecting Homeopathic medicine Sulphur include an aversion to bathing, an unhealthy and dirty-looking skin, craving for sweets and utmost heat in the whole body.

Best Homeopathic Treatment for Allergy

Top natural Homeopathic medicines for nasal allergy

The main causative allergens of nasal allergy are dust mites, animal danders and pollens. The main symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis aresneezing, fluent discharge from nose, in some cases dropping of nasal discharge back into the throat, itching in nose, throat and earand discharge from eyes with itching. The natural Homeopathic medicines that are of great help in treating nasal allergies are Allium Cepa, Arsenic Album, Arundo Mauri, Kali Bichromicum and Gelsemium. Both Allium Cepa and Arsenic Album are Cvery beneficial natural Homeoapathic remedies for nasal allergy. They both work well when the symptoms are running nose with sneezing, burning in nose and eyes. If the patient feels better in open air and worse in a warm room,then Allium Cepa is the best remedy. On the other hand, when the patient feels relieved in a warm room and worse in open air, then Arsenic Album is the ideal Homeopathic medicine. Homeopathic remedy Arundo Mauri is the best choice when extreme itching in nose, eyes and throat predominate with sneezing and fluent nasal discharge. Natural Homeopathic medicine Kali Bichromicum is of great help when the nasal discharge dropping into the throat (post-nasal drip) is the dominant feature along with sneezing. Gelsemium is prescribed when a running nose and sneezing are accompanied by headache and a feverish feeling.

Best natural Homeopathic medicines for allergic cough (Allergic Asthma)

Allergic cough mainly presents itself as cough with difficult breathing, suffocation, chest tightness and wheezing or whistling sounds from chest. The top natural Homeopathic remedies for allergic cough are Arsenic Album, Ipecac, Bryonia Alba and Sambucus. Arsenic Album is selected for cough with chest tightness and suffocation attacks. The condition gets worse at night and the patient has to sit up for relief. Warm drinks usually provide relief. Ipecac is the ideal Homeopathic remedy for a violent loose cough with wheezing sounds because of mucus accumulation in the chest. At times, vomiting accompanies the cough and provides relief. Homeopathic medicine Bryonia Alba is of great help when the cough is dry, and may be accompanied by chest pain and difficulty in breathing. The patient feels better on lying down and worse on walking. Sambucus, meanwhile, is a very beneficial Homeopathic medicine for nasal blockage with suffocating cough. The patient wakes up suddenly at night because of difficulty in breathing and suffocation.

Top natural Homeopathic medicines for skin allergies

Skin allergies include rash with itching, Eczema (Allergic Dermatitis) and Urticaria (hives). In Urticaria, the skin gets raised in patches with itching. The best natural Homeopathic medicines for allergic skin rashes are Sulphur, Apis Mellifica and Urtica Urens. Sulphur is a very beneficial Homeopathic medicine for skin complaints. Sulphur is a remedy of great help for all the allergic skin rashes with dryness, itching and burning sensations. Apis Mellifica is a very beneficial Homeopathic remedy for urticarial rashes with intense itching and burning-stinging sensations. There is swelling of skin as well of the face at times and cold application provides relief. Allergic rash with asthmatic symptoms are very well treated by Homeopathic medicine Apis Mellifica. Urtica Urens is the best Homeopathic remedy when eating shell fish leads toa skin rash with violent itching and heat.

Best Homeopathic medicines for food allergy

Food allergy refers to the symptoms that follow consuming of food to which a person is allergic. The symptoms may occur in four planes. The first is nasal symptoms like discharge from nose, itching in nose and eyes and even difficult breathing. The second is gastric symptoms like loose stool, pain in stomach, nausea and vomiting. The third is swelling of lips, mouth or face. And the last is skin symptoms like an itchy rash, Eczema or hives (Urticaria). The common food allergens areegg, shellfish, nuts, wheat and milk.

Best natural Homeopathic remedies for allergy from egg

The best natural Homeopathic medicines for egg allergy are Carbo Veg, Nux Vomica and Sulphur. Carbo Veg and Nux Vomica are very beneficial remedies for egg allergy where gastric symptoms predominate. Carbo Veg is prescribed when loose offensive stool, gas in stomach, nausea and vomiting followeating of eggs. If this is accompanied by pain in abdomen, then Nux Vomica is selected. When the gastric symptoms are accompanied by skin complaints like itching and burning sensation after eating eggs,then Sulphur is the best Homeopathic medicine.

Urtica Urens: Best Homeopathic medicine to treat allergic reaction to shell fish

The best natural Homeopathic medicine to treat shell fish allergy is Urtica Urens. This medicine is the best remedy when sudden hives with violent itching and burning followeating shell fish. This Homeopathic medicine has an excellent power to control such symptoms.

Top Homeopathic treatment for allergy from wheat

The natural Homeopathic medicines of great help in treating allergy due to intake of wheat are Lycopodium, Colocynth and Natrum Mur. Lycopodium helps in controlling the gastric symptoms, when loose stool with gas in abdomen predominates. Colocynth is the ideal Homeopathic remedyfor cramping pains in stomach accompanying loose stool. And Homeopathic medicine Natrum Mur is prescribed when skin rash occurs either on its own or along with gastric trouble after taking wheat.

Top Homeopathic medicines for allergy due to milk

Aethusa Cynapium, Natrum Carb and Pulsatilla top the list of natural Homeopathic medicines for treating milk allergy. Aethusa Cynapium is the best remedy when a person vomits immediately after milk enters the stomach. Sweating and weakness may follow vomiting. Natrum Carb is the ideal remedy when loose stool follows milk intake. Pulsatilla is used when milk or any milk product leads to an allergic reaction. The symptoms that call for the use of Pulsatilla are loose stool, nausea, vomiting, gas and acidity after taking milk or milk products. There’s a complete absence of thirst too.

Homeopathic medicine Euphrasia for allergic conjunctivitis (itching with watering from eyes)

Euphrasia is the best natural Homeopathic medicineto deal with eye symptoms due to allergy. This can be taken in all cases of redness, itching and burning in eyes with watery discharges.

Best natural Homeopathic medicines for dust allergy

The leading natural Homeopathic medicines for dust allergy are Lycopersicum, Bromium and Arsenic Album. Lycopersicum is the top Homeopathic remedy when breathing inthe slightest dust leads to a running nose and sneezing. Bromium is recommended when dust inhalation leads to discharge from the nose along with chest complaints. The chest complaints include difficult breathing and cough with mucus. Arsenic Album is the ideal Homeopathic remedyfor a fluent nasal discharge with burning in eyes and nose and sneezing.

Homeopathic treatment for hair dye allergy

The symptoms that follow dye application on hair include skin rash, itching and swelling on face, ears and neck. There are various natural Homeopathic medicines to deal with the allergic reaction to dyes, but the most suitable remedy is chosen after notingdown the symptoms of each patient. Homeopathic medicines Sulphur, Arsenic Album, Natrum Mur and Sepia are the ideal cures for allergies from hair dye.

 

 

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Allergies Making Life Miserable? Homeopathic Remedies Are Natural Solutions

homeopathy for allergy Allergy refers to a sudden hypersensitive reaction, presented with a number of symptoms. Allergen is an agent that is considered harmful by a sensitive/allergic person but doesn’t have any effect on other persons. The main allergens include dust mites, pollens, animal danders, certain food like eggs and shellfish etc. The main allergies include nasal allergy, allergic cough, food allergies, dust allergy, and skin rash. The allergic reactions to Hair dye are also prevalent in some. The homeopathy treatment for allergies not only helps in giving relief in acute attacks of allergy but also promises to effect a cure and exact the condition from its root. The cure is possible by application of properly selected constitutional medicines to the patient. In homeopathy, the allergies are treated not on the basis of the allergen triggering the allergic response, but by the characteristic individual symptoms narrated by the patient. These characteristic symptoms are, in essence, the key to unlocking the most suitable medicine required. Homeopathy for allergy works by moderating the overactive immune system. In this article, various types of allergies and their corresponding  medicines have been discussed.

Homeopathy for Allergy

1. Apis Mellifica: Apis mellifica holds a prime position to treat the hives or urticarial rash due to allergic reactions. This medicine can be utilized in all cases of allergic hives that result in violent itching with burning and stinging sensations. The patient may be relieved by cold applications. The skin is sensitive to touch. Swelling also accompanies. Slight betterment in the skin symptoms in the open air is another prominent factor which, if present, confirms that this medicine should be used.

2. Arsenic Album: Arsenic Album is a frequently used medicine for treating nasal allergy. The symptom that points towards this medicine’s implication is fluent and burning discharge from the nose with much sneezing. This may be accompanied by watering from eyes with burning.

3. Natrum Mur: Natrum Mur is suitable medicine for both nasal and skin allergies. The important pointers for using Natrum Mur in nasal allergy are running nose with sneezing and breathing difficulties, and in skin allergies, it is used mainly when excessive itching is present that mainly gets worse in a warm room and better in open air. Craving for salt is usually noted in all the patients requiring Natrum Mur.

4. Sulphur: When it comes to skin allergies, Sulphur is the foremost and an infallible medicine for allergies. This can be employed in all those cases of skin allergy where excessive itching with extreme burning sensation is present. Skin usually remains dry. The patient scratches the skin and gets relief. These are all the local skin symptoms for using this medicine. The constitutional symptoms used for selecting this medicine for chronic treatment include an aversion to bathing, unhealthy dirty looking skin, craving for sweets and an utmost heat in the whole body.

Various Allergies and Homeopathy

1. Nasal Allergies (Allergic Rhinitis)

The main causative allergens towards exciting an attack of nasal allergy are dust mites, animal danders and pollens. The main symptoms of allergic rhinitis include sneezing, fluent discharge from nose, dropping of nasal discharge back into the throat which is referred to as postnasal drip in some cases, itching in nose, throat and ear, and a discharge from eyes with itching in them. The natural medicines that show excellence in treating nasal allergies include Allium Cepa, Arsenic album, Arundo Mauri, Kali Bichromicum and Gelsemium. The first two mentioned medicines vis-a-vis Allium Cepa and Arsenic album are natural medicines for nasal allergy. They both work well when the symptoms are running nose with sneezing, burning in nose and eyes. But there is a very fine line of demarcation that decides the application of medicine out of these two, which is that if the patient feels better in open air and worse in warm room Allium cepa is selected, and for the exact opposite condition in which patient is relieved in warm room and worse in open air then Arsenic album becomes the choice of medicine. The next medicine Arundo mauri is the best choice when extreme itching in nose, eyes, and throat predominate with sneezing and fluent nasal discharge. The use of medicine Kali bichromicum is called for in those patients of nasal allergy in whom the nasal discharge dropping into the throat (postnasal drip) stands out to be a dominant feature along with sneezing. The last medicine Gelsemium is prescribed when the running nose and sneezing are present with pain in head and a feverish feeling. The above mentioned medicines can also be used as remedies for seasonal allergies .

2. Allergic Cough (Allergic Asthma)

Allergic cough mainly presents itself as cough with difficult breathing, suffocation, chest tightness and wheezing/whistling sounds from chest. The medicines of immense help in allergic cough include Arsenic album, Ipecac, Bryonia and Sambucus. The selection of medicine to treat allergic asthma is based upon the dominant symptoms of the patient. Arsenic album is selected when cough with chest tightness and suffocative attacks is the main complaint of the patient. The patient feels that this problem is worse at night time and has to sit up for relief. Warm drinks usually bring relief to this person. For using Ipecac in allergic cough, the main symptom is a violent loose cough with wheezing sounds due to the loading of mucus in the chest. Sometimes vomiting accompanies cough and relieves the patient. The next medicine Bryonia Alba gives good results when the cough is dry. This may be accompanied with chest pain and difficult breathing. Mainly the person over all feels better on lying down and worse on walking. The last medicine Sambucus is of supreme importance when nasal blockage is present with suffocative cough. Due to nasal blockage, the patient wakes suddenly at night with symptoms of difficulty in breathing and suffocation.

4. Skin Allergies

The skin allergy includes rash with itching, eczema (allergic dermatitis) and urticaria (hives). In urticaria the skin gets raised in patches with itching. The best medicines that come into play for treating allergic skin rash are Sulphur, Apis mellifica and Urtica Urens. Sulphur is a well known allergy medicine for treating skin complaints. Sulphur can be prescribed in all types of allergic skin rash where dryness, itching and burning sensations predominate. Apis mellifica is of great help in treating urticarial rashes where intense itching with burning stinging sensations and swelling of skin is present. Cold application may relieve the patient. Swelling of face may also be present. Allergic rash with asthmatic symptoms yield wonderfully to this medicine. Urtica urens is the first choice when eating shellfish has excited the skin rash with violent itching and heat.

5. Food Allergy

Food allergy refers to a series of symptoms that follows after taking in a particular type of food to which a person is allergic. The symptoms may occur in four planes. The first is nasal symptoms like discharge from nose, itching in nose and eyes and even difficult breathing. The second is gastric symptoms like loose stool, pain in stomach, nausea and vomiting. The third symptom is swelling of lips, mouth or of face. And the last symptoms are related to skin and include itchy rash, eczema or hives (Urticaria). The common food allergens leading allergic reaction are Egg, shellfish, nuts, wheat and milk.

The medicines for egg allergy are Carbo veg, Nux vomica and Sulph. Carbo veg and Nux vom are the natural medicines for egg allergy where gastric symptoms predominate. Carbo veg is prescribed when loose offensive stool, gas in stomach, nausea, vomiting follows eating eggs. And if this is accompanied with pain in abdomen Nux vomica is selected. When the gastric symptoms are accompanied by skin complaints after eating eggs, Sulphur can be used where itching or burning on skin are present.

For combating with shellfish allergy, the best natural medicine is Urtica Urens. This medicine can be taken by all those patients in whom sudden hives with violent itching and burning follows eating shell fish. This medicine has excellent power to control such symptoms.

The food allergy to wheat can be controlled with medicines that include Lycopodium, colocynth and Natrum Mur. Lycopodium can help in controlling the gastric symptoms. Lycopodium can be used when loose stool with gas in abdomen predominates. Colocynth is used when cramping pains in stomach accompany loose stool, and Natrum Mur is used when skin rash occur either independently or along with gastric trouble after taking wheat.

The last mentioned food allergy to milk can be treated with natural medicines without any side effects. The natural medicines include Aethusa Cynapium, Natrum carb, and Pulsatilla. Aethusa cynapium tops the list of medicines for milk allergy. The symptom for its use is vomiting immediately when milk enters the stomach. Sweating and weakness may follow vomiting. Natrum carb is indicated when loose stool follows milk intake. Pulsatilla is used when milk or any milk product excites allergic reaction. The prominent symptoms that call for the use of Pulsatilla medicine include loose stool, nausea, vomiting, gas, or acidity after taking milk or milk products. A complete absence of thirst is an accompanying symptom in some cases that if present forms an important symptom towards selecting Pulsatilla for milk allergy.

6. Euphrasia for Allergic Conjunctivitis

Euphrasia is the best natural medicines to deal with eye symptoms due to allergy. This can be taken in all such cases presenting with redness, itching, burning in eyes with watery discharges.

7. Dust (dust mite) Allergy

The leading natural medicines that provide a great helping hand to deal with dust allergy include Lycopersicum, Bromium and Arsenic album. Lycopersicum is the leading medicine that is used when breathing in of the slightest dust particle leads to running nose and sneezing. Bromium is utilised when dust inhalation leads to discharge from the nose along with chest complaints. The chest complaints include difficult breathing, cough with mucus in chest. Lastly, the medicine Arsenic album is used when fluent nasal discharge with burning in eyes and nose and sneezing predominate.

8. Allergy Caused By Hair dye

The symptoms that follow dye application on hair include skin rash, itching and swelling that appears mainly on the face, the ears, and the neck. There are various natural medicines to deal with the allergic reaction to dyes, but they are not specific or patent medicines for dye allergy. Suitable medicine is to be chosen after taking the symptoms from the patient. Few medicines like Sulphur, Arsenic album, Natrum Mur and Sepia can be used following case taking.

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ALLERGIES AND HOMEOPATHY

It is spring time. There is so much of optimism in the air that people get frenzy. It is such a euphoric time in the year that people get eccentric while enjoying and find outrageous ways of doing it – Holi in India, Fallas in Spain and the Great Toad Derby (Toad race) in California. Spring all over the world is a time for celebrations and fairs, but for some this time is not so fair. Staying indoors is the only option. At times even this option also proves unsuccessful. It is time for the dreaded allergies to come up and pollen is the main cause. Though high pollen counts can affect numerous types of allergies, from eye allergies (conjunctivitis) to skin reactions (dermatitis), the most common spring allergy is allergic rhinitis (symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, nasal congestion or headaches) and asthma.

For those who suffer from allergies, their immune system has mistakenly learned to remember the pollen released by various plants as potentially harmful, and responds with the familiar allergic symptoms. The specific types of pollen and the time of their release depends upon the local climate and varies around the country.

Weather can influence the timing and severity of the problem. A mild winter often leads to a more severe pollen season. If the spring is warmer and wetter than usual, that can provoke more grass to grow earlier, leading to a more severe situation during the late spring and summer already been released out of the air. An important component of the allergy management plan is to go in for a thorough homoeopathic treatment, avoiding the pollens and molds that make you sneeze and wheeze.

Can such seasonal allergies be totally cured with homoeopathy? Yes, if one is able to get a good homoeopathic treatment. But as allergy is a thousand-headed monster, it may take two-three seasons before one can get completely cured.

Why should one use homoeopathy for treating allergies?

a) First of all, it prevents further deterioration as it is often the noted conditions such as allergic rhinitis that can progress into asthma. b) Safe treatment-homoeopathic medicines do not have any sedative effect as some of the other conventional drugs used to control allergy do. c) Non-toxic-homoeopathic medicines are highly diluted, thus there are no chances of developing drug-toxicity. d) The homoeopathic system uses the body’s own healing system to work for it.

Does homoeopathy believe in treating only the chronic state of allergies or are there medicines that can take care when one gets those acute flare-ups in spring?

The treatment is aimed at controlling both acute and chronic problems though a different set of medicines might be used to control the acute attacks of allergy. A constitutional approach is often the best way while treating the chronic state. Prescription based on a thorough analysis of a person’s physical and mental characteristics is what called as “constitutional approach” in homoeopathy. profile pic

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Nasal Allergy treatment with homeopathy

Allergies are fast emerging as a major threat to our health. There are three basic reasons why one should prefer homeopathy for this problem.

One, it is the most natural and safest treatment. As it is based on the principle of ”like cures like” it forms a natural way of conditioning our healing responses also. The substances used in homoeopathy are in a highly diluted state and they act very safely – without any side-effect. Two, as it is a natural form of medication it does not suppress the disease. Three, the beneficial effects achieved with homeopathic medicines are lasting and do not vanish once the treatment is stopped.

What is allergic rhinitis?

It is nasal allergy which is also referred to as hay fever. This mostly affects our nasal path (nose tract) and the conjunctiva of the eyes. Its symptoms are frequent sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, congestion, and itchy eyes, nose, and roof of the mouth or the throat.

Allergic rhinitis is like any other allergy. The only difference is that the fight between the antigen and the antibodies takes place in the nose, eyes, etc.

As we breathe, we take in many substances along with the air. Substances such as pollens, animal dander and smoke (allergens), for some individuals, are countered by the body’s own defence system in our nose. They are attacked by the already developed antibodies in our system. This is called an allergic reaction, which also results in the release of an inflammatory chemical called histamine. It causes the swelling of the mucous membranes in our nose, sinuses and eyes, leading to a runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.

The most common allergens are pollens (released by trees, grasses or weeds.), animal dander, dust mites, molds, dust and smoke. For those who have seasonal allergies, pollens are the main culprit, and for those who suffer all the year around animal dander, dust mites, cockroaches and molds are the culprits.

But it is actually no fault of the person who suffers from this allergy. It is your body’s own watchdogs that have (by mistake) started fighting the substances that are not at all harmful to you. The hereditary factor plays a major role. If one of your parents is suffering from any kind of allergy the chances are that you would also develop an allergy of some sorts. If both parents suffer from allergy, the risk for you to develop allergy is 70 per cent.

The homeopathic medicines used in treating allergic rhinitis are Sabadilla, Natrum Mur, Arundo, Allium Cepa, Histaminum and Wyethia. Another medicine that has been introduced and has a great role in treating allergic rhinitis is Glaphimia Glauca. The medicines mentioned are for information only. Self-medication can be harmful.

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