Nerve tonics are medicines that help to support and strengthen the nervous system. These help to relax the mind and body and make one feel energetic and strong. People may consider the use of nerve tonics in cases of stress, anxiety, low energy levels (exhaustion, tiredness), mental fatigue, reduced focus and concentration, and sleeplessness.

Homeopathic Medicines As Nerve Tonic

Homeopathic medicines can work as a superb nerve tonic when prescribed after proper evaluation of the individual symptoms in every case. These tonics help to improve energy levels, improve concentration power and help in cases of sleeplessness, anxiety, stress as well. In homeopathy, the same medicines used to treat different health conditions are used as nerve tonics. In general, there are no specific nerve tonics in homeopathy that differ from homeopathic medicines. And also there is no universal one medicine that can be used as tonic for each and every case of fatigue, low concentration, sleeplessness and anxiety. Rather the medicine that can act as the best tonic for a given case has to be selected based on the individual concerns in every case. Persons who wish to take a homeopathic nerve tonic should consult a homeopathic physician for the correct customized prescription and to afford best results. No one should use any homeopathic medicine on their own.

Homeopathic Medicines That Can Be Used As Nerve Tonic

1. Kali Phos – Leading Nerve Remedy

Kali Phos is a top-recommended medicine that can be used as a nerve tonic. It has a pre-eminent action on the nervous system that works magnificently to improve the energy levels in the body in a very natural manner. People who feel tired, weak, exhausted due to different reasons can benefit greatly from Kali Phos. It helps to improve both mental and physical fatigue in a very effective manner. In cases where there is weakness due to an acute disease, this medicine proves to be a great tonic to rejuvenate the body and increase energy levels. Cases of mental fatigue like that resulting from over exertion of the mind as from over study can be effectively helped with Kali Phos. It is highly effective in cases of stress and helps to calm and relax the mind and promote a general feeling of well–being. Further, this medicine is known to offer help in cases of sleeplessness. It helps to improve sleep wonderfully. This medicine is also highly suited to manage anxiety issues and irritability. Kali Phos also improves dullness of the mind and memory weakness. Lastly, it helps in improving weak nerves and nerve functioning in general.

2. Avena Sativa – To Improve Weakness, Tiredness

Avena Sativa is a great nerve tonic in homeopathy to improve weakness, tiredness that has resulted from some exhausting disease. This medicine will help to strengthen the nerves and restore energy levels. Avena Sativa further helps in cases of an exhausted mind and brain fag. When these complaints occur from overwork, this medicine suits very well. This medicine can help to improve concentration power as well. Avena Sativa functions well to improve sleeping pattern in persons facing sleeplessness.

3. Gelsemium – For Cases Of Dullness, Drowsiness And Weakness

Gelsemium is a wonderful and highly effective nerve tonic in homeopathy. It is indicated when there is marked dullness, drowsiness and weakness. The use of Gelsemium can also be considered to overcome long-term weakness after a bout of viral infection. Gelsemium helps to enhance energy levels in the body and also makes the mind active by taking away dullness. Those facing issues of reduced concentration and decreased focus and attention in doing work can get help from this medicine. Gelsemium works in an excellent way to improve the concentration power of mind. Another action of Gelsemium is noted to deal with cases of nervousness, irritability and anxiety issues.

4. Withania Somnifera (Ashwagandha) – To Enhance Energy Levels

It is a great herbal medicine in homeopathy with prominent action on nervous system. This medicine is employed to rejuvenate the body, increase vitality, and enhance energy levels. It can be used in any case of weakness or debility. This herbal medicine works brilliantly in cases of brain fatigue and decline in memory. Besides the above, this medicine is known to be good for overcoming complaints including nervousness, anxiety, depression and sleeplessness.

5. Picric Acid – To Help Cases Of Brain Fag

Picric Acid works wonderfully well in cases of brain fag. Brain fag includes a group of symptoms i.e. exhausted mind, concentration problem, decline in focus, confused mind in addition to complaint of forgetfulness. Picric Acid is best indicated for memory weakness and forgetfulness. Memory weakness may be the result of a long-term stress and anxiety in a person. The mind feels exhausted in those needing it. This occurs from even a little reading or writing. There is inability to collect thoughts in the mind and do any sort of mind exertion. There is an aversion to do mind- related work. Any type of mind exertion brings on an episode of headache. It is a well-indicated medicine when brain fag results from excessive study in a person.

6. Anacardium Orientale – To Manage Weak Memory And Forgetfulness

It is an important medicine for cases of weak memory and forgetfulness. Those needing it have poor memory and are absent-minded. There is difficulty in remembering and retention in the memory is poor. Next, it is indicated for cases of exhausted mind from overstudy. There is an aversion to doing any work. There is desire to lie down or sit all the time in persons needing this medicine.

7. Phosphoric Acid – To Help Cases Of Low Energy And Poor Concentration

This medicine is valuable as a tonic for cases of low energy and decreased concentration. This medicine works well to improve energy in both the mind and body. It is next effective when there is slowness of the mind and poor concentration power. This medicine is also a prominent one for weakness and drained-out feeling after some kind of fever. Weight loss can be present with this.

8. Coffea Cruda – For Cases Of Sleeplessness

It works very effectively to help cases of sleeplessness. Those needing it have a chain of thoughts going on in the mind that prevents sleep. The thoughts come one after the other jumbling together and disturbing sleep. They remain restless at night tossing and turning in bed. It is also indicated for managing sleep problems occurring after acute diseases. Coffea Cruda promotes mind’s tranquillity, calms the mind and helps in sleeping.

9. China Officinalis – For managing Low energy After Loss Of Fluids

China Officinalis is a well-suited tonic to improve energy levels. It is well indicated for cases when energy levels have dropped down from excessive loss of fluids like diarrhea (loose stool), and medical problems involving loss of blood. Here this medicine is very beneficial to increase energy levels.

10. Natrum Carb – For Cases Of Weak Memory And Poor Concentration

This medicine is helpful as a tonic where memory is weak and concentration is poor. It helps improve memory and concentration power. In cases needing it, there is difficulty in thinking and comprehending things. Mind-related work seems impossible. This medicine can also be used in cases of sadness, and depression with constant sad thoughts in mind.

 

 

Loss of smell medically known as anosmia can be due to various reasons. Cold and nasal allergies (allergic rhinitis) are among the major causes behind it. These conditions tend to cause swelling and blockage in the nose that may result in loss of smell. There may be partial or complete loss of smell varying from case to case. Cold refers to viral infection of the nose and throat resulting from different kind of viruses among which rhinovirus is the most important virus. Common cold is contagious means it spreads from direct contact with infected persons. It can cause various symptoms that include runny nose, blocked/ stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, PND (post nasal drip means dripping of mucus from back of the nose into the throat), headache, weakness, body aches and low-grade fever. In some cases, it can result in loss of smell and taste as well. Nasal allergies (allergic rhinitis) refer to an overreaction of the immune system to an inhaled allergen like dust mites, pollens, etc. It results in symptoms including watery nasal discharge, sneezing, itching in the nose, blocked nose, and red watery itchy eyes. In long-term cases, a reduced power of smell may be noted along with the above symptoms.

Homeopathic Management

Homeopathy offers a natural and very effective treatment for cases of loss of smell from cold and allergies. The homeopathic medicines used for treating these cases are prepared from natural substances so do not have any side effects. They help in improving the sense of smell by treating the root cause behind it. Along with loss of smell, they also manage well any associated symptoms like nasal discharge, sneezing, nasal dryness, post nasal discharge and blocked nose. Homeopathic medicines for treating loss of smell are selected based on the individual symptoms in each and every case. It is recommended to consult a homeopathic physician before taking any homeopathic medicine to treat loss of smell. Self-medication should be avoided in all cases.

Homeopathic Medicines For Loss Of Smell From Cold And Allergies

1. Pulsatilla – Top Recommended Medicine

Pulsatilla is a highly recommended medicine for managing loss of smell in cases of cold. A very characteristic feature for using this medicine is thick yellow green discharge from the nose. Nose feels blocked, pressure is felt at the root of the nose. Nose may be sore to touch. Pain in the forehead can also attend. A constant tickling sensation can be felt in the nose. This is attended with violent sneezing in most of the cases. Along with loss of smell, there is also loss of taste where this medicine is required. It can be accompanied with loss of appetite.

2. Calcarea Carb – For Loss Of Smell With Dry, Blocked Nose

Calcarea Carb is the next well-indicated medicine for managing loss of smell. In cases needing this medicine, there is dryness and blockage of the nose at night. There is difficulty in breathing through nose at night. Yellow nasal discharge flows during the day. In some cases, nasal discharge is blood-stained as well. In addition to the above complaints, there may be constant sneezing in the morning on waking up. There may be bleeding from the nose in the morning.

3. Silicea – For Loss Of Smell And Taste

Silicea is a prominently indicated medicine for treating cases of loss of smell and taste accompanying cold. There is nasal blockage. Thick green yellow foul discharge may flow from the nose. Itching is felt in the nose. There is swelling in the nostrils. In some cases, the nose becomes dry with crusts inside. There may be alteration between dryness and discharge from nose. The inflammation of frontal sinus (frontal sinusitis) may be seen. Throbbing pain is felt in the forehead. Sometimes pain from the tip of the nose extends to the forehead.

4. Natrum Mur – For Loss Of Smell With Profuse, Clear Nasal Discharge

It is a very important medicine used in cases of cold and nasal allergies. It also works very effectively for managing cases of loss of smell with clear-white profuse nasal discharge. There is frequent sneezing. Nasal discharge and sneezing are worse in the morning. The nostrils are swollen with difficulty in breathing through the nose. Burning sensation is felt in the nose. Headache occurs almost daily in the morning on waking up.

5. Phosphorus – For Loss Of Smell With Alternate Nasal Discharge And Blockage

Phosphorus is a useful medicine for cases of loss of smell with nasal discharge and blocked nose alternating each other. There may be discharge from one nostril and blockage of the other at a given time. The nasal discharge is yellow green or blood streaked where this medicine is needed. In some cases, the nasal discharge dries up to form crusts and sticks in the nose. Sore pain is felt in the nostrils on touching the nose. There may also be a tendency of recurrent bleeding from the nose. One may feel a sore throat. There is loss of taste most of the times.

6. Hepar Sulph – With Nasal Discharge And Burning In Nostrils

Hepar Sulph is a helpful medicine for cases of loss of smell with nasal discharge and burning in the nose. The nasal discharge is yellow and sticky. Pain is felt in the nose that also affects the eyes. Nose feels blocked in the morning. Crusts and scabs can be present in the nose. Itching is felt in the nose that leads to sneezing. In some cases, mucus drips from the back of the nose into the throat (PND). The mucus can be blood stained.

7. Kali Bichrome – For Loss Of Smell With Ropy Stringy Nasal Discharge

This medicine can be considered in cases of loss of smell with ropy, stringy discharge from the nose. The discharge is thick and yellowish or greenish in color. The nose feels blocked along with the above symptoms. There is difficulty in breathing through the nose due to blockage. Pain or pressure is felt at the root of the nose. There is intense sneezing in the morning. Kali Bichrome is also a leading homeopathic medicine for managing cases of sinusitis.

8. Arsenic Album – With Watery Nasal Discharge

Arsenic Album is of great help when there is loss of smell and watery discharge from the nose. The nose feels blocked even if there is free flow of nasal discharge. Burning and itching in the nostrils is well marked. There is frequent sneezing along with the above complaints.

9. Psorinum – For Loss Of Smell With Tough Mucus In Nose

Psorinum is yet another homeopathic medicine for managing loss of smell in case of cold. It helps relieve tough mucus from the nose. Soreness is felt in the nose. Nose is sensitive to inhaled air. Sometimes, dry nose is attended with nasal blockage. Along with cold, there is cough with yellow-green expectoration. There may be post nasal dripping means dripping of mucus from the back of nose into throat. It disturbs the most at night.

 

 

White spots refer to spots on the face that look lighter compared to the surrounding skin on the face. They may be seen as small or large patches on the face. White spots may also appear on the skin of other body parts besides the face in some cases depending on the reason behind it. There are different reasons behind white spots on the face. The first among these can be vitiligo. Vitiligo is a skin disorder in which there are white patches on the skin and it may also affect the hair. This occurs when the melanin-producing cells in the body either cease to function or die. This is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune cells of the body start to destroy the melanocytes i.e. the cells that produce melanin pigment that imparts color to the skin. Persons with a family history of this condition or those who are already suffering from some other autoimmune disorder are at risk. Certain factors like stress, skin injury, sunburn, chemical exposure are some of the triggering factors behind vitiligo. The second reason behind white spots can be pityriasis alba. It is a type of eczema/dermatitis (skin condition causing inflamed, itchy patches on the skin) that tends to affect children and adolescents. Initially, red patches appear on the skin covered with scales. When these patches improve, patches of light color as compared to skin are left behind in their place. It generally affects the skin on the face, shoulders, arms and abdomen. The exact cause behind this condition is unknown. However, there are some factors that may predispose a person towards it. These include excessive sun exposure, overuse of corticosteroids on the skin, and sensitive skin. Persons having family history of atopy or are themselves suffering from atopy (genetic tendency to allergic diseases like allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis and asthma) are at greater risk.  Another cause is pityriasis versicolor. It is also known as tinea versicolor. It is a fungal infection of the skin. It is caused by overgrowth of a skin fungus malassezia globosa that is normally found on healthy skin without causing any harm. This fungus can overgrow in some persons from various triggering factors like excessive sweating, warm humid environment and oily skin. The white spots that appear in this condition may be covered with fine scales. Itching can attend these spots but is mild in nature. There is worsening of this condition by sun exposure and warm humid weather, while relief is noted in cold weather.

Next cause can be milia. Milia refers to a skin condition causing tiny white bumps on the skin usually on the face. They appear mainly on the cheeks, forehead, eyelid and under the eyes and nose. Besides the face, they may appear inside the mouth, arms, legs, chest and genitals. They appear in clusters. Itching may sometimes be felt in some cases but it is not painful. Milia develops from trapping of dead skin cells under the surface of the skin. The dead skin cells are shed from the body from time to time and new cells replace them. When dead skin cells do not get shed but get trapped under the new skin instead, then they tend to form milia. Skin damage from injury, exposure to sun, burns, blisters (fluid-filled eruptions) on the skin and prolonged use of creams containing steroids predispose a person to formation of milia. In some cases, milia is present right from birth which is known as congenital milia. Further causes include some forms of nevi like nevus depigmentosus, piebaldism and idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis. Nevus depigmentosus, also named nevus achromicus, is a congenital disorder with hypopigmented spots on the skin. Piebaldism is a genetic condition where white patches develop on the skin and hair due to absence of melanocyte cells in the affected area. In majority of the cases, a patch of white hair develops near the forehead. Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis is a condition in which round or oval patches of hypopigmentation appear from genetic factors, exposure to ultraviolet rays, skin trauma, autoimmune activity or changes in the skin that occur with advancing age. Next, yeast (a type of fungus) infections can sometimes cause white spots. Apart from the above reasons, deficiency of certain vitamins (like B12, D and E) and calcium can also lead to white spots on the face.

Homeopathic Management

Homeopathy proves very effective in treating numerous skin complaints including white spots on the face. Homeopathic remedies halt the further progression in the number of white spots on the face and also stops the size of these spots from increasing. These medicines help in gradually pigmenting the spots already present, in addition to halting their progression. Homeopathic medicines also manage itching if present in the white spots which may occur in case of fungal infection. Homeopathic medicines are selected individually for treating every case of white spots on the face. Though these medicines are safe to use, it is advised to take any medicine after getting your case completely evaluated by a homeopathic doctor. Self-medication should not be done in any case.

Homeopathic Medicines For White Spots On The Face

1. Calcarea Carb – Top most Medicine

Calcarea carb is a leading homeopathic medicine for managing light spots on the face. It is also recommended for milky white spots with dark borders on the skin. There may be swelling on cheeks near the light spots. The face can be cold to touch. Face is oily in most cases. This medicine is well-indicated for tinea and vitiligo cases. There is a general tendency to increased sweating where this medicine is required.

2. Arsenic Album

Arsenic Album is the next well-indicated medicine for managing white spots on the face. In cases needing it, the skin is very dry and rough. Scales may be noted on the spots on skin. Itching can also be present along with the above features. In some cases, burning and stinging is felt in the affected area.

3. Natrum Carb

Natrum Carb is another medicine in the list for treating white spots on the face. A heated sensation may be felt on the face where this medicine is needed. The cheeks may be swollen. Face may be pale with blue rings around the eyes. Itching can be felt on skin. The skin becomes rough, dry, and cracked in general.

4. Silicea

Silicea is beneficial for treating white spots when the face is also pale and oily. A burning sensation is felt around the mouth. The skin on the face may develop cracks. There may be itching and pricking on the face. The skin may be painful and sensitive. There is a  tendency of increased sweating.

5. Arsenicum Sulf Flavum

This medicine is a top-ranking medicine to treat white spots caused by vitiligo. In cases needing it, the skin can be scaly and dry with cracks developing on the skin. One feels itching on the skin.

6. Sulphur

Sulphur is an effective medicine to manage white spots and itching on the face which becomes worse at night. Washing the face worsens the itching. After scratching the affected part, burning is felt on the face. The skin is dry and scaly in general. A heated sensation in different body parts can be present along with the above complaints.

 

 

Arm pain refers to pain in the arm anywhere starting from the shoulder joint to the fingers. The arm has three parts. The area between the shoulder and elbow is the upper arm. The area between the elbow and wrist is the forearm. The third part is the hand and fingers. The pain can happen due to different reasons. The pain may be linked with problems in the bones, muscles, nerves, tendons, or ligaments of the arms. Depending on the cause behind arm pain, some other symptoms may attend it. These include stiffness, numbness, tingling, swelling, reduced range of movement and weakness in the arm. In some cases, chest pain and breathing difficulty may attend arm pain; such cases may indicate serious issues like heart attack that need immediate medical help from conventional modes of treatment.

Homeopathy can be of great help in managing cases of arm pain. Homeopathic medicines give great relief in these cases by treating the root cause behind it. Once the root cause is treated, relief sets in. Along with pain, any attending symptom like stiffness, numbness, tingling, and swelling can also be managed well with these medicines. In conventional mode, arm pain is treated with the help of painkillers and anti-inflammatory medicine like steroids that may have side effects. On the other hand, homeopathic medicines help to overcome this complaint naturally with zero side effects.

Homeopathy focuses to address root cause

In each and every case of arm pain, the objective of homeopathy is to treat the root cause. It will help provide long-term results. Initially, homeopathic medicines provide relief in pain. Gradually the severity and frequency decreases. Homeopathy is recommended in treating various causes of arm pain, like joint troubles, injuries, nerve compression, overstraining of muscles, inflamed tendons, and disc bulge. However, it does not offer help in case of arm pain attended with any breathing difficulty or chest pain, mainly on the left side, where it is advised to take immediate help from the conventional mode of treatment, as this may be indicative of a heart problem and homeopathy cannot help in such serious matters.

Personalised medication

The most suitable medicine is selected after taking into consideration the characteristic symptoms in every individual case of arm pain. So, it is advised to get your case evaluated by a homeopathic physician for the correct prescription, which varies in every individual case. In no case should self-medication be done. Personalized medication offers the best help in all cases of arm pain, as it treats all the attending complaints collectively that are being experienced by a person.

Zero side effects

Homeopathy is a natural science. To treat arm pain, it utilizes natural medicines that have no side effects at all. Hence these can be used safely to overcome complaints of arm pain naturally.

Top 7 Homeopathic Medicines For Arm Pain

1. Rhus Tox – Top Recommended Medicine

Rhus Tox is a prominently indicated medicine for managing pain in the arm. Rhus Tox is highly effective in relieving arm pain occurring from muscle involvement, inflamed tendons, inflamed joints, sprains and strains. In cases needing this medicine, the arm pain gets worse while lying down still. The pain may start from the shoulders and radiate downward. Usually the pain is a drawing or stitching type. Pressure is felt on the shoulders. Tearing type of pain is felt in the shoulders, which gets bad at rest and better from moving about. It is also helpful for pain in the elbow. Pain in the elbow is drawing or tearing type and extends to the wrist, which gets worse at rest. The forearm feels stiff. It is also useful for pain, swelling, and stiffness in the wrist.

When to use Rhus Tox?

Rhus Tox is a beneficial medicine for cases of arm pain worse from lying down resulting from overstraining of muscle, inflamed tendon or joints.

How to use Rhus Tox?

The potency of this medicine varies from case to case, from low to high. Low potencies like 30C can be taken two to three times a day. Use of high potency like 200C should be limited to once a day.

2. Bryonia – For Pain In Shoulder and Upper Arm

Bryonia is suitable for managing pain in the shoulder and upper arm. The nature of pain can be tearing or stitching type. It is attended with tightness and swelling along with redness in these parts. Swelling may extend to the forearm. Tearing pain can also be felt on the inner side of the forearm.

When to use Bryonia?

Bryonia is an excellent medicine to manage pain in the shoulder and upper arm accompanied by swelling, tightness, and redness.

How to use Bryonia?

Both low and high potencies of this medicine work well; however, it is advised to begin with its 30C potency that can be taken twice or thrice a day.

3. Sanguinaria Can – For Pain In Right Shoulder And Right Arm

It is a very effective medicine for managing pain in the shoulder and right arm. In cases requiring it, the pain gets worse when one raises the arm. It also increases at night while turning in bed. There is a cold feeling in the right arm. Swelling starting from the shoulder to the elbow may also be present on the right arm.

When to use Sanguinaria Can?

Sanguinaria Can is a well-indicated medicine for managing pain in the shoulder and the arm on the right side which worsens from raising arm and at night while turning in bed.

How to use Sanguinaria Can?

This medicine is mostly advised in 30C potency one to two times a day.

4. Ferrum Met – For Pain In Left Shoulder And Left Arm

Ferrum Met can be considered in cases of pain in the left shoulder and arm. Pain in the arm worsens from the slightest movement of fingers. There is difficulty in raising the arm. The pain increases at night. It disturbs sleep. The nature of pain is mostly tearing or stinging type. The arm may feel heavy along with the above complaints. There may be swelling and stiffness in the arm.

When to use Ferrum Met?

Ferrum Met is a good choice of medicine to manage left-sided shoulder and arm pain that is worse from raising the arm and movement of the fingers.

How to use Ferrum Met?

One may take this medicine once or twice a day in 30C potency.

5. Ruta – For Elbow Pain

Ruta is a very beneficial medicine for managing pain in the elbow, especially due to inflamed tendons. It is highly suitable for treating tennis elbow. In cases needing it, there is overstraining of tendons resulting in inflammation. There is pain and stiffness in the elbow, which is also sore to touch.

When to use Ruta?

Ruta works well for cases of elbow pain along with stiffness and soreness.

How to use Ruta?

It is recommended to use this medicine two to three times a day.

6. Eupatorium Perfoliatum – For Arm Pain With Soreness To Touch

This medicine is highly effective for pain in the arm along with soreness. The arm feels as if beaten. Pain is most marked above and below the elbow. Both the wrists are also sore and painful. Wrists feel as if broken and dislocated.

When to use Eupatorium Perfoliatum?

Eupatorium Perfoliatum suits well cases of arm pain when the arm is also sore to touch.

How to use Eupatorium Perfoliatum?

Eupatorium Perfoliatum 30C can be taken once or twice a day.

7. Pulsatilla – For Pain And Numbness In Arm

This medicine is of great help in cases of pain and numbness in the arm. Persons needing it have drawing or tearing pain anywhere starting from the shoulder to the wrist. This is attended with numbness in the arm while in use or in a raised position. Heaviness is also felt in the arm. There is a feeling as if the arm is broken and pain gets worse on movement. The person may have pain in the bend of the elbow due to involvement of tendons. Besides, it is helpful to relieve pain in the wrist along with redness and swelling, which get worse in the afternoon.

When to use Pulsatilla?

This medicine should be considered to manage arm pain along with numbness in the arm when raising the arm or using it otherwise.

How to use Pulsatilla?

In the beginning, one can use this medicine in 30C power once or twice a day.

Causes Behind Arm Pain

The first cause for arm pain can be a joint problem like rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune disorder affecting joints resulting in pain, swelling, and stiffness in joints) or osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease resulting from wearing down of joint cartilage). Other causes may include rotator cuff injury, shoulder impingement syndrome, or brachial plexus injury. Rotator cuff injury is a shoulder condition resulting from injury to the rotator cuff (i.e., a group of muscles and tendons surrounding the shoulder joint) resulting from overuse, injury or wear and tear occurring with time. Shoulder impingement syndrome is a common reason behind shoulder pain that occurs from rubbing of rotator cuff against the top of shoulders resulting in irritation of muscles and tendons. Brachial plexus injury indicates injury/inflammation of a meshwork of nerves originating from the neck region that sends signals from the spinal cord to the shoulder, arm and hand.

Another reason can be tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow. Tennis elbow refers to lateral epicondylitis resulting from the overuse of tendons and muscles of the elbow on the outer side. Golfer’s elbow indicates medial epicondylitis arising from the overuse of tendons and muscles of elbow causing pain on the inner side of the elbow. Other causes for arm pain include cervical disc herniation, carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), and ulnar nerve entrapment. Cervical disc herniation refers to the pushing out of the gel-like center of the spinal disc through the tough area of the disc present in the neck region resulting in neck or arm pain and numbness or tingling sensation.

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition affecting the hands resulting from a compressed or irritated median nerve. Ulnar nerve entrapment is a result of the compression of the ulnar nerve in the arm. It may be caused by other reasons like tendinitis (inflammation of tendons that connect muscles to bones), sprains (overstretching or tearing of ligaments that connect one bone to another bone), De Quervain tenosynovitis (a condition affecting tendons on the thumb side of the wrist) and fracture. Besides these, arm pain may indicate serious causes like heart attack that needs urgent medical help.

 

 

Piles indicates dilated, enlarged, swollen, inflamed veins in or around the anus or in the lower rectum. Depending on the location, they can be divided into external and internal piles. External piles refers to the piles that develops under the skin surrounding the anus. They are visible as little lumps outside the anus and one can feel them on the anus. However, internal piles form inside the anus or in the rectum and are not visible from outside. Several factors play a role in piles. The first and most important one among these is straining to pass stool. This occurs in cases of constipation. Reduced intake of fiber, drinking less water, prolonged sitting, and predisposition to constipation increase the risk of piles. Some other factors that increase the risk of piles include being overweight (obese), old age, lifting heavy weights, pregnancy and having a family history of piles. Piles may also form in cases of long-term diarrhea. Besides a lump on the exterior of the anus, other symptoms can attend in external piles. First among these is pain. External piles are highly painful as it appears on the outside of anus which is a sensitive area very rich in nerves. Other signs and symptoms that can attend it include tenderness (i.e. pain on touch), itching, bleeding and oozing of mucus discharge from the piles. In some cases, blood clot may form in the piles and form a hard lump with intense pain. Such piles are known as thrombosed piles.

Homeopathic Management

Homeopathic medicines offer a very natural, safe and effective treatment for treating cases of external piles. Homeopathic medicines aim at reducing the swelling of veins around the anus and improving the blood flow to help treat this condition. Along with this homeopathic medicines decrease the intensity and frequency of symptoms in this complaint. It can effectively manage pain, tenderness, burning, itching in piles and also bleeding from piles. Homeopathic medicines for this complaint are prescribed individually as per the symptom presentation. It is recommended to get any case of external piles evaluated by a homeopathic physician and take medicines as per the physician’s advice. Self-medication should be avoided in any case. In cases of extreme pain one should take help from conventional mode of treatment as it may indicate thrombosed piles needing immediate intervention.

Homeopathic medicines for External piles

1. Aesculus – Leading Medicine

Aesculus is a top-rated homeopathic medicine for managing cases of external piles. There is marked pain in the piles where this medicine is required. The nature of pain is sharp, shooting, cutting or burning type. The pain occurs after passing stool and remains for many hours after passing stool. The pain gets worse while standing and walking. There is a sensation of sharp sticks in the rectum which is a very important attending feature. The person suffers from constipation along with the passage of hard, dry stool with difficulty. Itching is felt in the anus. At times, stinging sensation occurs at the anus along with the above symptoms.

2. Aloe Socotrina – For Piles With Pain

Aloe Socotrina is the next highly effective medicine to manage external piles. In cases needing it, the piles appear outside the anus and resembles a bunch of grapes. It is attended with marked pain. There is relief in pain by cold water application on the anus. Pricking sensation is felt in the anus after passing stool. The piles are painful to touch. Itching is also felt in the piles. There is burning sensation in the piles. Itching and burning disturbs sleep at night. In addition to the above, there is a frequent urge to pass stool. Fullness sensation is well marked in the anus.

3. Muriatic Acid – For Piles That Are Painful To Touch

Muriatic Acid is a well-suited medicine for managing cases of external piles that are very painful to touch. The slightest touch causes pain on the anus. Stitching pain is marked in the piles in most cases. There is relief in pain by warm applications. The piles appears blue or reddish blue and swollen. Burning may also be felt at the anus. Bleeding may also occur from the piles. Weakness can attend it. After passing stool, itching may be felt at the anus.

4. Nux Vomica – For Piles With Constipation

Nux Vomica is highly valuable to manage cases of external piles along with constipation. There is a constant ineffectual urge to pass stool where this medicine is indicated. There is a passage of scanty stool many times a day along with a feeling of unsatisfactory stool. Burning sensation is felt on the anus along with the above indications. Burning increases from the least touch on the anus. There is pain and itching at the anus. These get relieved from cold water application on the anus. Bleeding may also occur from the piles in some of the cases needing Nux Vomica.

5. Hamamelis – To Control Bleeding From Piles

This medicine is the topmost medicine for the management of bleeding from piles. Bleeding is attended with weakness in cases needing this medicine. There is soreness and burning at the anus along with bleeding. Fullness and weight in the anus is felt along with the above complaints.

6. Sulphur – For Piles With Marked Itching

Sulphur is a very beneficial medicine to treat cases of piles with excessive itching which gets worse at night. Due to this, sleep is disturbed. Burning sensation also occurs at night along with itching. Besides, throbbing and shooting pain is felt in the anus during and after passing stool. The pain gets worse while lying down and gets better while standing. There is constipation with a continuous urge to pass stool.

7. Nitric Acid – For Piles With Bleeding And Pain

This medicine can be used when the piles bleed and cause pain. The nature of pain in anus is cutting type. Pain is felt after passing stool. Itching is felt at the anus besides the above symptoms. There is constipation with excessive straining to pass stool but only little passes.

8. Paeonia – With Anal Pain Continuing For Long Hours After Stool

Paeonia is a useful medicine for managing external piles with anal pain that remains for long hours after passing stool. The anus is swollen and is also attended with itching. There is burning at the anus along with the above features. There is oozing of fluid from the anus.

9. Arsenic Album – For Piles With Burning Pain

This medicine is highly recommended for external piles with marked burning pain. Burning is intense like fire. The burning is worse at night. This disturbs sleep at night. Stitching type of pain is also felt in the piles where this medicine is required. The pain is worse while sitting or walking.

10. Antimonium Crudum – For Piles Oozing Mucus

Antimonium Crudum is an important medicine for dealing with cases of piles that ooze mucus discharge. The discharge leaves a yellow stain. It is attended with prickling sensation on the anus. Burning on the anus also attends it.

11. Causticum – For Hard Piles Painful To Touch

This medicine is considered in cases of hard piles that are painful to touch. The piles are also painful while walking, standing or sitting. The pain gets better after passing stool. There is marked itching in the piles. Burning and stinging are also felt at the anus.

 

 

Genital ulcers refer to open sores developing on the genitals. The ulcers may appear on the vulva, penis, anus and perianal area. These may or may not be attended with some symptoms. When attending symptoms occur, they include itching, burning, pain, oozing of fluid from ulcers, vaginal discharge, pain while urinating, painful intercourse, and fever. Lymph nodes in the groin area may be enlarged. There are several causes behind genital ulcers. They are mainly caused by STIs i.e. sexually transmitted infections. First among these is syphilis (a STI caused by bacteria treponema pallidum). Second STI is genital herpes causes by HSV – herpes simplex virus. Another STI is chancroid which is a STI caused by bacteria Hemophilus ducreyi. Another one is Lymphogranuloma Venereum caused by gram negative bacteria named chlamydia trachomatis. Some infections that are not sexually acquired have also been reported to be associated with genital ulcers. For example Epstein – Barr virus, Group A streptococcus and cytomegalovirus.

Rarely fungal infection can cause genital ulcers. Besides infections, the genitals ulcers can also occur from non-infectious reasons. First among them is an injury. It may also result from irritation or some reaction from use of a body care product. They also appear in inflammatory diseases like Lichen Planuthe s, Behcet’s disease, lupus and psoriasis. Lichen planus is an autoimmune disease that affects the skin, mouth, nails and genitals. Purple-colored bumps appear on the skin and painful sores may occur on genitals. Behcet’s disease is a disorder that results in inflammation of blood vessels all over the body. In this disease, sores appear in the mouth, along with skin rash, inflamed eyes and sores in the genitals. Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which the immune cells damage the body’s healthy tissue by mistake. This disease tends to cause inflammation in different body parts. Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disorder causing red inflamed patches on skin covered with silvery white scales. Cancer of vulva or penis may also cause genital ulcers.

Homeopathic Management

Homeopathy carries great scope to manage cases of genital ulcers in a very safe and natural manner. Homeopathic medicines are highly effective in healing ulcers. These medicines along with healing ulcers also help to manage attending symptoms like pain, itching, burning and discharge, if present. The homeopathic medicines are of natural origin so are very safe to use without any side effects. These medicines are selected individually for every case based on the symptoms. So, it is advised to always consult a homeopathic physician before using any of these medicines and avoid self-medication. Homeopathy is recommended for cases of genital ulcers having mild to moderate intensity. When the ulcers are of severe intensity or there is any serious cause behind ulcers, it is advised to take help from conventional mode of treatment as homeopathy may not be able to help in such cases due to its limitations.

Common Homeopathic Medicines For Managing Genital Ulcers In Males And Females

1. Merc Sol

Merc Sol is a top recommended medicine for managing cases of genital ulcers in males and females.

In males

This medicine is well-indicated when small vesicles (fluid-filled eruptions) appear on the glans penis and prepuce that break and form ulcers. Yellowish white discharge oozes from these ulcers. The discharge has a very strong smell. The ulcers are painful and have a tendency to bleed on being touched. Pain may also occur in the groin while walking. Burning sensation can be felt in the penis. Merc Sol is a prominent medicine for managing cases of genital ulcer (chancre) in cases of syphilis.

In females

This medicine is recommended for whitish ulcers on the vulva. Burning sensation is felt which gets worse when the ulcer comes in contact with urine. Throbbing sensation is also felt. It gets better from lying still. There is itching on the vulva. There may be yellowish vaginal discharge. The discharge gets worse at night. It is attended with itching and on scratching, there is a burning sensation. Swelling on the labia may be present.

2. Nitric Acid

In males

This medicine is suggested for flat ulcers with raised zigzag margins. The ulcers may ooze out thin discharge which flows profusely. It can be mixed with blood as well. The ulcers can be multiple at a given time. They are painful to touch. This medicine is also indicated where there are ulcers with flat edges with pus oozing out from them. Along with this, the inner surface of the prepuce is inflamed which becomes painful in the evening.

In females

This medicine is suitable for ulcers on the labia minora. Itching and burning are felt in the vulva. There may be swelling of vulva as well along with green or brownish vaginal discharge. It can be in the form of ropy mucus. The discharge has an offensive smell.

3. Thuja

In males

It is a well-suited medicine for managing ulcers in males along with itching. It is also useful for round elevated ulcers with red margins. These ulcers are painful and moist.

In females

It is an effective medicine for treating white ulcers on the inner surface of labia majora. The vulva is sore to touch. The pain gets worse while sitting. There may be vaginal discharge that leaves yellowish-green stains.

Some Other Medicines For Genital Ulcers In Males

1. Arsenic Album

This medicine is helpful for treating ulcers with hard margins. Thin foul smelling discharge oozes out from it. Bleeding may occur from touching. Excessive burning is also felt in the ulcers.

2. Cinnabaris

Cinnabaris is a useful medicine for treating ulcers on the genitals in cases of syphilis. In cases needing it, red, swollen ulcers form on male genitals. The edges of the ulcer are hard and elevated. There is discharge of thin pus. This medicine is also indicated for hard ulcers formed on the middle of the penis.

3. Staphysagria

It is a very beneficial medicine for managing ulcer on the penis attended with bleeding. The ulcer can be large in size. Stitching pain can be present. There may be burning sensation.

Some Other Medicines For Genital Ulcers In Females

1. Sepia

Sepia is indicated for managing ulcers on labia. There is redness and swelling of inner labia where this medicine is required. Itching is felt in the vulva. There may be vaginal discharge which is yellowish or greenish. The discharge has a fetid smell. The discharge is more after passing urine. It is attended with itching and burning pain in the vagina. There is a frequent urge to urinate. There is pain during intercourse along with above indications.

2. Kreosote

It is another important medicine to manage ulcers on the vulva. In cases needing it, there is marked itching in vulva. After scratching, pain and burning is felt in vulva. The labia may be swollen. Vaginal discharge may be white, yellow or brown colored. It gets worse while standing and walking. There is relief while sitting.

3. Merc Cor

This medicine is recommended to manage ulcers along with pus discharge. The vulva is quite inflamed. There is heat and pain in the genitals. There may be pale, yellow vaginal discharge. The discharge is thin. It can be blood-stained sometimes.

 

 

Runny nose/rhinorrhea refers to fluid discharge from the nose. Runny nose can be attended with sneezing in many cases. This may occur due to various reasons among which allergic rhinitis and cold are most important. Depending on the cause behind runny nose and sneezing, some other symptoms may also attend like stuffy nose, cough, itchy, watery, red eyes, post nasal discharge or PND which refers to dripping of discharge from the back of the nose into the throat, headache, tiredness, and fever.

Homeopathic mode of treatment carries a great scope to manage cases of runny nose with sneezing. Homeopathic medicines work on correcting the underlying cause behind it to bring wonderful results. These are natural remedies that treat this condition with zero side effects. Along with runny nose and sneezing, they also help to manage any associated symptoms like itching in the nose, itchy and watery red eyes, reduced sense of smell, headache, post nasal discharge and cough. In mainstream medicine, generally anti-allergic medicines, antibiotics, nasal sprays are recommended for such cases as per the case presentation. These are temporarily helpful and may have some side effects as well. But homeopathy is free from side effects and offers long-term results in these cases.

Homeopathic medicines promise great results in cases of runny nose and sneezing. These help in complete recovery and cure in most of the cases of mild to moderate intensity. This is due to the fact that they address  the root cause behind it. These can effectively help in cases of allergic rhinitis, cold, non-allergic rhinitis and sinusitis. It is advised to follow a complete course of homeopathic treatment for a recommended time period as per guidelines of a homeopathic doctor to get best results.

Homeopathic medicines to treat cases of runny nose and sneezing are of natural origin. These medicines treat such cases naturally by boosting the natural healing mechanism in the body. This will help to fight with the associated cause naturally and overcome it in a safe manner with zero side effects.

Homeopathic medicines for treating cases of runny nose and sneezing are selected based on the characteristic symptoms in every individual case. So, it is advised to take any homeopathic medicine under the supervision of a homeopathic doctor and avoid self–medication in any case. In severe cases, in cases attended with high fever and when this complaint arises from serious causes like COVID-19, it is advised to take help from conventional mode of treatment as homeopathy has limitations to help such cases.

 

 

Top 8 Homeopathic Medicines For Runny Nose And Sneezing

The topmost homeopathic medicines to treat runny nose and sneezing are Natrum Mur, Arsenic Album, Allium Cepa, Sabadilla, Aconite, Gelsemium, Arsenic Iodatum and Euphrasia.

1. Natrum Mur – Top Recommended Medicine

Natrum Mur is the topmost homeopathic medicine for managing cases of runny nose and sneezing. In some cases needing it, there may be alteration between runny nose and nasal blockage. The sneezing episodes get worse in the morning on rising from bed along with watery discharge from the nose. There is irritation in the nose and watery discharge from the eyes. Headache can attend it in some cases. There may be loss of smell and taste along with the above complaints. There may be cough from a tickling sensation in the throat pit. It is a magnificent medicine to treat cases of allergic rhinitis.

When to use Natrum Mur?

Natrum Mur is the best choice of homeopathic medicine to manage runny nose and sneezing, especially the one that gets worse in the morning when one wakes up and it is the most prominent medicine to treat allergic rhinitis.

How to use Natrum Mur?

This medicine gives excellent results in 6X power. Natrum Mur 6X can be taken three to four times a day as per symptom intensity.

2. Arsenic Album – For Runny Nose And Sneezing With Burning In Nose

Arsenic Album is the other prominently indicated medicine to help cases of sneezing and runny nose. In cases needing this medicine, the discharge causes burning sensation in the nose. The nasal discharge causes irritation on the upper lip. There is itching in the nose. The nasal complaints get worse in open air. There is relief in complaints by staying indoors. The nose feels blocked with fluent nasal discharge. Weakness may be felt along with the above complaints. Besides, there may be hoarseness of voice.

When to use Arsenic Album?

This medicine should be considered to manage sneezing and runny nose with burning sensation in nose worse outdoors and better indoors.

How to use Arsenic Album?

This medicine can be used in 30C potency once a day.

3. Allium Cepa – For Runny Nose, Sneezing And Eye Watering

This medicine is of great help in managing cases of runny nose, sneezing along with watery discharge from the eyes. Burning sensation is felt due to the nasal discharge in the nostrils and upper lip. Headache can attend runny nose.  A lump sensation is felt at the root of the nose. The nose feels blocked. There may be hoarseness of voice and coughing. Along with the above, itching is felt in the eyes. Burning sensation in the eyes with an urge to rub the eyes can also be felt. The eyes become red.

When to use Allium Cepa?

This medicine should be preferred to manage runny nose and sneezing along with itchy, watery eyes.

How to use Allium Cepa?

Though it can be used in both low and high power, it is more frequently used in 30 C power that can be repeated twice or thrice a day.

 

4. Sabadilla – For Runny Nose Sneezing And Forehead Pain

Sabadilla is a well-indicated medicine for cases of runny nose, sneezing attended with pain in the forehead. Runny nose gets worse from the smell of strong odors. There is nasal stuffiness of one or the other nostril. Itching or tickling occurs in the nostrils with an urge to rub the nose. The nose feels stuffed. Sneezing is quite intense. Sneezing is followed by watering in the eyes. Eyes become red.

When to use Sabadilla?

Use of Sabadilla is suggested to treat runny nose, sneezing attended with pain in the forehead especially when runny nose is worse from strong odors.

How to use Sabadilla?

Sabadilla 30C can be taken one to two times a day.

5. Aconite – For Runny Nose, Sneezing From Sudden Exposure To Cold Air

Aconite is a leading medicine for managing runny nose and sneezing that occurs from sudden exposure to cold air. There is discharge of hot water from the nose. The nose is red and swollen. Pain is felt at the root of the nose. Runny nose is accompanied by headache. Sensitivity to smell is present along with above complaints.

When to use Aconite?

It is a wonderful choice of medicine for treating runny nose and sneezing resulting from sudden cold air exposure.

How to use Aconite?

This medicine is available in different potencies from low to high, however initially it is advised to take 30C potency once or twice a day.

6. Gelsemium – For Runny Nose, Sneezing With Weakness

This medicine can be used when runny nose, sneezing is attended with weakness. Nasal discharge causes redness and soreness of the edges of nostrils. Sneezing is worse in the morning where this medicine is required. Tingling sensation is felt in the nose. Fullness is felt at the root of the nose. There may be dull headache and fever along with the above complaints.

When to use Gelsemium?

This medicine is recommended for managing sneezing, runny nose when accompanied with weakness.

How to use Gelsemium?

Gelsemium works well in 30C power that can be used one to two times a day.

7. Arsenic Iodatum – For Thin, Burning Watery Nasal Discharge With Sneezing

This medicine works well when there is dripping of thin, burning, watery discharge from the nose along with sneezing. The burning discharge causes redness of the upper lip. There is irritation in the nose that causes a constant urge to sneeze. Along with the above, post nasal discharge (dripping of fluid from the back of the nose into the throat) may be present sometimes.

When to use Arsenic Iodatum?

Arsenic Iodatum is of great help in managing thin watery nasal discharge that causes burning in the nostrils along with sneezing.

How to use Arsenic Iodatum?

Arsenic Iodatum 30C can be utilized once a day.

8. Euphrasia – For Runny Nose, Sneezing And Watery Red Eyes

Euphrasia is a highly valuable medicine for managing cases of runny nose, sneezing and watery, red eyes. Watering from the eyes causes marked burning in the eyes. A gritty sand-like sensation in the eyes can also be felt. Heat and sensitivity is also felt in the nose. Cough with expectoration may attend it in the morning. The nose may feel blocked at night.

When to use Euphrasia?

Use of Euphrasia is advised for managing runny nose, sneezing along with redness, watering and burning in eyes.

How to use Euphrasia?

In 30C potency, this medicine can be used two to three times a day. When using 200C potency, it should be taken just once a day.

Causes

The first and the most important reason behind it is allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis refers to a set of nasal symptoms and also some eye-related symptoms resulting from an over-reaction of the immune system to inhaled allergens like dust mites, pollen, moulds, pet dander, etc. The symptoms of allergic rhinitis include sneezing, runny nose, blocked nose, itchy, watery and red eyes. Secondly, runny nose and sneezing may also result from dry air exposure and pollution. Other causes include cold and flu. Common cold indicates a viral infection of the nose and the throat that occurs due to infection by rhinoviruses though other viruses like adenovirus, respiratory syncytial virus may also be the cause. It causes thin nasal discharge initially (in later stages, the discharge tends to get thick and yellow or green), sneezing, stuffy nose, sore throat, headache, body aches and low grade fever. Flu is a respiratory infection caused by influenza virus. It results in runny nose, sneezing and sore throat. Other symptoms are stuffy nose, cough, headache, tiredness, fever and muscle aches. Another cause behind runny nose and sneezing can be non-allergic rhinitis (vasomotor rhinitis). In this condition, there is inflammation inside the nose and the symptoms are just like that of allergic rhinitis but here allergies are not the reason as in case of allergic rhinitis. Some of the known triggers behind non-allergic rhinitis are cold air, air pollution, spicy food, stress, use of certain medicines (for example aspirin, ibuprofen) and perfumes. Another cause can be sinusitis (inflammation of the paranasal sinuses i.e. air-filled spaces in the skull). Besides the above, it may result from COVID–19 (an infectious disease caused by SARS-CoV-2 virus).

 

If you notice mucus and blood along with loose stool, do not ignore it. You need to consult a physician for diagnosis of the medical condition and its timely treatment. There may be several reasons behind loose stool along with mucus and blood. The most important reason behind it is IBD i.e. inflammatory bowel disease. IBD is a gastrointestinal disorder of autoimmune origin that includes two disorders, named Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. In cases of Crohn’s disease, inflammation is noticed in the GIT (gastrointestinal tract) anywhere from mouth to the anus. In cases of ulcerative colitis, inflammation and ulcers are present in the large intestine and/or in the rectum.  The second cause includes proctitis that refers to the inflammation of lining of the rectum.

Another cause could be gastroenteritis which indicates an infection in the intestines caused by consuming contaminated food or drinks. It generally results from infection with noroviruses. Dysentery is another reason. Dysentery indicates gastrointestinal infection occurring from certain bacterial or parasitic infection. There are two types of dysentery. First is bacillary dysentery that occurs from infection with certain bacteria like shigella, E.coli (escherichia coli), salmonella and campylobacter. Second type is amoebic dysentery resulting from infection with parasites like entamoeba histolytica, balantidium coli, etc. Besides the above mentioned reasons, loose stool with mucus and blood may occur in cases of colorectal polyps i.e. small growths forming on the inner lining of colon or rectum.

Lastly, it may occur in cases of radiation therapy given to treat cancer of the lower abdomen or pelvis that may cause damage to the rectum lining. In cases of loose stool, with mucus and blood, some other symptoms can also attend depending on the cause behind it. These include abdominal pain/cramps, rectal pain, urgency to pass stool, a feeling that bowels have not emptied completely, rectal tenesmus (a constant urge to pass stool even when the bowels are already empty), nausea, vomiting, weakness, weight loss and fever. In some cases, dehydration can occur as a complication. In cases of signs of dehydration, one should immediately contact a physician as dehydration is a serious condition that can prove fatal if not treated well in time. Some of the signs of dehydration include dryness of mouth or skin, dark-colored urine, decreased urination, weakness, dizziness and confusion.

Homeopathic Management

Homeopathy can be very helpful for managing cases of loose stool with mucus and blood. Homeopathic medicines are prepared from natural substances that prove highly effective for treating such cases. Homeopathic medicines tend to treat the root cause behind this complaint to bring excellent results. They gradually reduce the intensity and frequency of this complaint. Along with this complaint, they also help in managing the accompanying signs and symptoms like abdominal pain/cramps, rectal pain, urgency to pass stool, rectal tenesmus, nausea, and vomiting. Homeopathic medicines are prescribed after detailed case evaluation in every individual case. Hence, it is advised to take any homeopathic medicine under the supervision of a homeopathic physician. Self-medication should be avoided in any case. Homeopathy is recommended only for cases of mild to moderate intensity. In cases having severe intensity of symptoms or when attended with complications like dehydration, marked anemia, or weight loss, the use of homeopathy is not recommended due to its limitations in handling serious cases. Immediate help from conventional mode of treatment should be taken in such cases.

Homeopathic Medicines For Loose Stool With Mucus And Blood

1. Merc Sol – Top Recommended Medicine

Merc Sol is a leading medicine to manage cases of loose stool with mucus and blood. In cases needing it, the stool is frothy. It is foul or sour smelling and may contain undigested food particles as well. Tenesmus means a constant urge to pass stool. A feeling as if the stool is not completely passed appears and a never-get-done sensation predominates. Before passing stool, cutting or pinching type of pain is felt in the abdomen. Nausea can attend it. While passing stool, there is pain and burning in the anus. Nausea and vomiting can occur as well. Exhaustion may follow passing of stool. Merc Sol is an important medicine to manage cases of inflammation of the intestines and rectum. Use of Merc Sol is also indicated for cases of dysentery. In such cases, there is passage of mucus and blood in the stool with griping pain in abdomen, burning pain at the anus and constant urge to pass stool, fever and loss of appetite.

2. Colchicum – For Jelly Like Mucus In Stool Along With Bleeding

Colchicum is best indicated for jelly-like mucus in the stool along with bleeding. White shreddy particles may also pass in the stool. Sour smell emanates from the stool. Stool is frequent and watery. At times, cutting pain is felt in the abdomen. Anal pain, burning and itching may also be present. Protrusion of the anus occurs in some cases. Before and during passing stool, excessive gas passes from the anus. While passing stool, vomiting may occur. Sometimes there is involuntary passage of the stool. In cases needing it, there may be intense nausea from the smell of food being cooked along with the above indications.

3. Merc Cor – With Burning Pain In Abdomen

This medicine is useful for loose stool with mucus and blood along with burning pain in the abdomen. Burning pain occurs in well-defined spots in the abdomen. Cutting colicky pain may be felt in the abdomen. There is frequent passage of stool with a very offensive smell. The stool may contain shreds of mucus membrane. Undigested food particles can also pass in the stool. There is a constant urge to pass stool even though the bowels are empty. Anal prolapse occurs sometimes. Along with bleeding with stool, vomiting may occur.

4. Capsicum – With Passage Of Sticky Mucus And Blackish Blood In Stool

Capsicum is well-indicated for cases of loose stool with passage of sticky mucus and blackish blood. With this, burning sensation is marked in the rectum. The stool can be greenish and frothy. This gets worse at night. Before passage of stool, gas accumulates in the abdomen causing pain. While passing stool, cutting pain is felt in abdomen. There is burning sensation at the anus after the passage of stool.

5. Nux Vomica – With Constant Ineffectual Urge To Pass Stool

Nux Vomica is a very effective medicine when there is a constant ineffectual urge to pass stool. Tenesmus (urge to pass stool frequently even when bowels are completely emptied) is the most prominent symptom. A never-get-done sensation persists. Jelly-like mucus streaked with blood passes in the stool. Cutting pain is felt around the navel. Abdomen feels hard and swollen.

6. Podophyllum – For White Slimy / Greenish Mucus And Blood In Stool

Podophyllum is a suitable medicine for managing cases of watery stool with white slimy or greenish mucus and blood. The stool gushes out, passes out suddenly with great force. Stool smells sour and passes with excessive gas. The stool may get passed involuntarily with the passage of gas, but there is no pain. There is sudden urge to pass stool. Nausea is felt before passing stool. Heat is felt in the anus while passing stool. After passing stool, there is pain in the lower back accompanied by weakness.

7. Ipecac – With expulsion of excessive gas

Ipecac is of great help when stool passes along with expulsion of excessive gas. The stool has a very offensive smell. White mucus and blood also get passed in the stool. There is marked nausea, vomiting and stomach pain along with the above complaints. The tongue is absolutely clean.

8. Phosphorus – With Lumps Of White Mucus And Blood In Stool

This medicine is useful when loose stool gets passed with lumps of white mucus, blood and undigested food particles it. Loose stool may alternate with constipation. Stool may pass involuntarily sometimes. There is pain in the abdomen before passing stool. There is burning sensation at the anus and weakness after passing the stool.