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Saving Your Child from a Tonsil Surgery with Natural Homeopathic Medicines

By Dr. Vikas Sharma MD 140 Comments

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

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

Homeopathic medicines for tonsils

How effective is Homoeopathy in fighting Tonsillitis

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

Homeopathy works wonderfully in acute/chronic cases of tonsillitis

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

Holistic and individualized homeopathic treatment 

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

Homeopathy is safe to use

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

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

Homoeopathy: A Gentle alternative to surgical intervention

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

Top 10 Homeopathic Medicines For Tonsillitis

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

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

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

When to use Belladonna?

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

How to use Belladonna?

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

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

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

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

When to use Mercurius Solubilis?

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

How to use Mercurius Solubilis?

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

3. Hepar Sulphuricum – For Infected Tonsils and Quinsy

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

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

When to use Hepar Sulph?

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

How to use Hepar Sulph?

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

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

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

4. Calcarea Carbonica – To Treat Recurrent Tonsillitis

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

When to use Calcarea Carbonica?

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

How to use Calcarea Carbonica?

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

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

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

5. Psorinum – To Treat Tendency To Recurrent Infected Tonsillitis 

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

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

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

When to use Psorinum?

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

How to use Psorinum?

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

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

6. Mercurius Iodatus Ruber – For Left-sided Tonsillitis

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

When to use Mercurius Iodatus Ruber?

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

How to use Mercurius Iodatus Ruber?

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

7. Mercurius Iodatus Flavus – For Right-sided Tonsillitis

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

When to use Mercurius Iodatus Flavus?

This medicine is specific for tonsillitis on the right side.

How to use Mercurius Iodatus Flavus?

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

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

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

When to use Ferrum Phosphoricum?

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

How to use Ferrum Phosphoricum?

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

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

9. Baryta Carbonica – For Suppurating Tonsils From Every Cold

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

When to use Baryta Carbonica?

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

How to use Baryta Carbonica?

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

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

10. Streptococcinum – For Managing Strep Throat

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

When to use Streptococcinum?

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

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

How to use Streptococcinum?

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

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

Types Of Tonsillitis

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

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

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

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

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

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

Causes Behind Tonsillitis

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

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

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

Signs And Symptoms Of Tonsillitis

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

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

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

Clinical Grading of Tonsils

— Normal: Tonsils not enlarged.

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

— Moderate enlargement: Partially obstructing the oropharynx.

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

Types Of Tonsillitis

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

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

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

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

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

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

Risk Factors

 Though tonsillitis can affect anyone but certain factors increase the risk

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

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

How Does Tonsillitis Spread?

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

How to diagnose Tonsillitis?

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

Complications Of Tonsillitis

Complications associated with tonsillitis include

1. Middle ear infection 2. Difficulty in breathing

2. Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Breathing is disrupted during sleep

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

4. Tonsillar cellulitis: Spread of infection deeply to nearby

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

Preventive measures to avoid Tonsillitis

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

Frequently Asked Questions

1. ​What are Tonsil stones?

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

2. ​Is tonsillitis more common in children?

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

3. ​Does tonsillitis affect speech or voice?

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

4. ​Are adenoiditis and tonsillitis different?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Top 8 Homeopathic Remedies For Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

By Dr. Vikas Sharma MD 12 Comments

When one feels a constant feeling of being tired physically and mentally, it is referred to as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, it feels as if the body’s vital systems are switched off or are working on a low battery. A new term has been introduced to describe this syndrome – Systemic Exertional Intolerance Disease (SEID). It is diagnosed when one feels extreme tiredness for at least six months. The person is unable to do daily routine activities, with no explanation for the underlying medical condition.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome can treated effectively with natural homeopathic medicines. They help in managing this disorder by increasing the stamina and the threshold for bearing fatigue against a particular level of exertion. These remedies also re-energise the body’s immunity and pull out the person from extreme physical or mental weakness. They provide long term relief in CFS cases by addressing the root cause if taken regularly under the supervision of a homoeopathic doctor. Homepathic treatment helps significantly in reducing dependency on conventional medicines to a great extent.

Why consider Homoeopathy?

1. Boosts self-healing mechanism of the body

There is a self-healing mechanism in the body to fight and overpower any medical exigency. Homeopathy helps in boosting this mechanism to deal with CFS effectively and overcome it naturally. In this way, one witnesses relief in the symptoms of the disease followed by gradual decrease in the intensity and frequency of recurrent episodic symptoms till the time it goes away completely.

2. Individualized treatment

While prescribing homeopathic medicines for any disease like CFS, homeopathy follows the principle of individualization. After assessing the person’s symptoms, homeopathy selects the most appropriate remedy,   rather than prescribing the same medicine for all persons suffering from CFS. This individualized approach of treatment leads to great recoveries in CFS cases.

3. Safe and Natural treatment

Homeopathy is a natural healing system that treats CFS without any harmful after effects. As homeopathic medicines are sourced from natural substances, they are gentle and highly effective in treating CFS. These remedies help in restoring the body’s overall healing mechanism, bringing natural recovery.

Top 8 Homeopathic Remedies For Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

The top eight medicines for chronic fatigue syndrome are Kali Phosphoricum, Arsenic Album, Coffea Cruda, Gelsemium, Rhus Toxicodendron, Belladonna, Magnesium Phosphoricum and Ferrum Phosphoricum.

1. Kali Phos – Top Remedy For CFS

Kali Phos is one of the most recommended medicines for treating CFS. It helps to manage multiple concerns in people affected by this syndrome. It is an excellent medicine to manage fatigue, especially when even the slightest mental or physical exertion leads to extreme fatigue. Even a small work seems huge. The person has no energy at all. Kali Phos also helps to manage sleep disturbances. Its use is indicated to manage weak or impaired memory. Forgetfulness is noticeable while speaking or writing. Lastly, it can be used for persons dealing with any kind of  stress , worry, sadness or depression.

When to use Kali Phos?

Kali Phos should be considered in CFS cases to manage extreme fatigue (physical/mental), depressive feelings and problems with and memory.

How to use Kali Phos?

6X potency in tablet form gives the best results, can be taken three to four times a day. Four tablets at a time makes one dose of this medicine for adults.

2. Arsenic Album – For Extreme Tiredness In CFS  

Arsenic Album is very effective in managing extreme tiredness. It is especially recommended for those who feel like lying down all the time. Even a little exertion shows lack of strength and weakness. Standing or  walking causes fatigue. The sufferer hesitates to do anything out of fear. Apart from a disabling fatigue, this medicine is also very helpful in treating anxiety.

When to use Arsenic Album?

Arsenic Album is an ideal choice to manage extreme tiredness caused by the slightest exertion, and a desire to lie down all the time.

How to use Arsenic Album?

It is available in different potencies varying from low (like 30C) to high (like 200C, 1M). One can begin with 30C potency once or twice a day. It is advisable to consult a homeopathic doctor for higher potencies.

3. Coffea Cruda – For Sleep Disturbances 

Coffea Cruda is a natural medicine which helps manage sleep issues related to CFS. It is a top remedy to treat sleeplessness. The sufferer keeps awake all night with many thoughts and ideas crowding his mind. The medicine is also recommended for restless sleep and frequent waking up from sleep. The person sleeps peacefully till 3:00 am after which one is not able to sleep.

When to use Coffea Cruda?

Coffea Cruda can be used in CFS cases where one is not able to sleep at night or has a disturbed sleep.

How to use Coffea Cruda?

This medicine works wonders in 30C potency. Coffea Cruda 30C can be taken two times a day.

4. Gelsemium – For Diziness, Weakness And Poor Concentration 

Prepared from the yellow jasmine plant, Gelsemium is used to treat weakness and dizziness. The person feels weak and sleepy throughout the day. His head feels heavy,along with dizziness and vertigo. The condition  deteriorates if the person has to walk or makes any head movement. There is trembling and weakness in limbs. Gelsemium is also helpful when there is dullness of mind and poor concentration.

When to use Gelsemium?

This medicine is effective if one suffers from dizziness, weakness, muscle pain and concentration issues.

How to use Gelsemium?

Usually recommended in 30C power that can be taken twice a day.

5. Rhus Tox – For Manage Joint Or Muscle Pain

Rhus Tox is the most widely recognised homeopathic medicine for joint or muscle pains. This medicine can be administered if pain aggravates after taking rest and movement brings relief. The person is also relieved by massage or warm applications.

When to use Rhus Tox?

Rhus Tox can be administered for joint or muscle pain anywhere in the body that aggravates at rest and gets better from movement.

How to use Rhus Tox?

This medicine can be used in different potencies like 30C, 200C, 1M. In the beginning, Rhus Tox 30C can be used twice to thrice daily. When pain reduces, its dosage can also be brought down. Do not self-medicate with its high potencies like 200C, 1M.

6. Belladonna – For Managing Headaches

To treat headaches there are several remedies in homeopathy, but Belladonna tops the list. It is most commonly used medicine for headaches, and is administered if the headache is throbbing, and pulsating. It may worsen from noise and exposure to light. Binding the head tightly brings about relief.

When to use Belladonna?

Belladonna is administered in CFS cases to treat headache, especially, when it gets worse due to exposure to light or noise.

How to use Belladonna?

It is usually administered in 30C potency. This medicine can be taken in 30C power twice or thrice daily depending upon the intensity of the complaint.

7. Magnesium Phosphoricum – For Nerve Fatigue With Neuralgic Pains 

Mag Phos is one of the Schuessler’s Tissue Remedies. It is administered for fatigue that accompanies neuralgic pains. Neuralgic pains are shooting, sharp, darting, cramping. There is extreme weariness and prostration of the nerves. Fatigue from prolonged stress and over work are relieved by using warm applications or heat. It is also a great antispasmodic.

When to use Magnesium Phosphoricum?

It is well indicated in cases of CFS when there is fatigue along with neuralgic pains which occur after slight exertion and prolonged stress and weakness occur on slight exertion.

How to use Magnesium Phosphoricum?

It can be used in potencies 6X and 30 C depending upon the severity of the symptoms. It can be used in 6X potency twice a day for good results.

8. Ferrum Phosphoricum – For Post-Viral Fatigue 

Ferrum phos well indicated in general debility, weakness, and sluggishness. Fatigue associated with mild anemia or poor oxygenation.Tiredness is worse from exertion, especially climbing stairs or walking fast. Palpitations and breathlessness are there on slight effort. It is well suited in cases with early stages of inflammatory (post viral) or febrile states with fatigue. Fatigue which worsen from motion or rising and better with gentle rest.

When to use Ferrum Phosphoricum?

It is well indicated in complaints which occur after the effect of viral infections or fever and fatigue. It also helps in managing complaints that occur due to deficiencies.

How to use Ferrum Phosphoricum?

Its use is recommended in 6X potency, and it can be used twice or thrice a day for efficient results.

What Are The Symptoms Of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

CFS is a complex and multi-systemic syndrome affecting multiple systems of the body. Some of the common symptoms of CFS are:

1. Fatigue: The main symptom is fatigue, so visible that it hinders daily routine and rest does not bring much relief. It gets worse due to activity, either mental or physical.

2. Sleep issues: Sleeplessness or unrefreshing sleep can accompany tiredness.

3. Cognitive Issues: It includes difficulty in thinking, indecisiveness, poor memory, confusion or poor concentration.

4. Pain: There may be in joints or muscles. Headache may also accompany.

5.  Sore throat: Recurrent sore throat is noticeable.

6. Depression and mood swings

7. Vertigo or dizziness

8. Enlarged lymph nodes in armpits

What Are the Contributing Factors that Cause CFS ?

The exact cause of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is not clear. However, various factors have been connected to it though there is no confirmation. These contributory factors include:

1. Viral infection (Covid-19, Epstein Barr virus,herpes simplex virus1 and 2 , human herpes virus 6, measles virus, cytomegalovirus)

2. Dysfunctional immune system

3. Genetic predisposition towards Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

4. Hormonal imbalance: Imbalance of hormones produced by pituitary glands, adrenal glands is suspected.

5. Stress: It may include either mental stress or physical stress is caused by some injury or surgery.

What is Pre Exertional Malaise?

Pre exertional malaise (PEM) refers to the worsening of the symptoms of slight exertion, physical or mental. It is commonly seen in patients suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome. It is characterized by a tremendous increase in fatigue and pain following activities that are otherwise manageable for most individuals. This results in a “post-activity crash” which can last for hours or even a few days. It is a characteristic feature of CFS that can cause severe debilitating flare-up, affecting an individual’s ability to carry out daily activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How is CFS diagnosed?

There is no single diagnostic test for CFS. Diagnosis is clinical and based on factors such as:

— Persistent unexplained fatigue ≥6 months

— Presence of core symptoms like PEM, sleep disturbance, and cognitive issues

— Exclusion of other medical conditions (anemia, thyroid disorders, autoimmune diseases, depression, etc.)

2. Who is most commonly affected by CFS?

CFS can affect any age, but is most common in: Adults aged 20–50 years, Women (2–4 times more than men)

Individuals with a history of viral infections or prolonged stress

3. Can CFS be cured?

Many patients improve due to lifestyle modification, and treatment of associated conditions. Some are able to achieve remission, however, others experience relapse.

4. What are the treatment options for CFS?

Treatment focuses on symptom management, including:

— Pacing and energy management to avoid PEM

— Sleep hygiene

— Treatment of pain, orthostatic intolerance and headaches

— Nutritional support

— Psychotherapy for coping strategies (not because CFS is psychological)

— In some cases, medications for pain, sleep, and autonomic issues are a must

5. What lifestyle modifications can help in managing CFS?

— Balanced rest-activity cycles

— Avoid overexerting (pacing)

— Maintaining a regular sleep routine

— Gentle stretching or slow and graded movement that is tolerable

— Nutritious diet and hydration

— Stress management techniques like yoga and meditation

6. Can children or adolescents develop CFS?

Yes. Adolescents can develop CFS, though prognosis is usually better in younger individuals, with higher chances of recovery.

7. Does stress cause CFS?

Stress alone does not cause CFS. However, prolonged or intense stress may trigger or aggravate symptoms, especially in genetically or biologically predisposed individuals.

8. When should someone with persistent fatigue seek a doctor’s advice?

Seek help if fatigue:

— Lasts more than six months

— Interferes with daily routine

— If there is no relief after rest

— If it is accompanied by PEM, sleep disturbance or cognitive problems

— Early evaluation helps rule out other conditions and improves management outcomes.

9. Is homeopathy helpful for CFS?

Yes, homeopathic treatment provides symptomatic relief in complaints such as sleep issues, fatigue, or emotional stress. Homeopathy aims for treatment on a case-to-case basis. It can be used alongside conventional medicine under a qualified homeopaths advice.

10. Is CFS the same as depression?

No, while some symptoms may be overlapping, CFS is a genetic medical condition, and not a psychiatric disorder. However, long-term illness may contribute to anxiety or secondary depression.

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Cholera – 9 Homeopathic Medicines for Prevention and Management

By Dr. Vikas Sharma MD 3 Comments

Cholera happens to continue being a widespread disease in parts of the world where unhygienic living conditions are prominent, and there is inadequate awareness about the spread of the disease. Compared to earlier times, the threat of cholera has been limited with more knowledge and awareness about how it spreads and affects the body. Along with prevention and rehydration measures, homeopathic medicines for cholera can be very effective in controlling and even preventing it.

Homeopathic Medicines for Cholera

Homeopathic Medicines for Cholera

1. Veratrum Album – Top Medicine for Cholera

Veratrum Album is a natural medicine for treating cholera prepared from a plant called ‘White hellebore.’ It belongs to the natural order Melanthiaceae of the Liliaceae family. Veratrum Album is indicated when there are copious vomiting and diarrhea in cases of cholera. There is marked nausea along with vomiting, which is profuse, yellowish, watery and forcible. It is attended with severe retching. Vomiting soon after taking fluids is well noted. The stool is watery, greenish, gushing and is often mixed with flakes. A pinching abdominal colic and severe exhaustion may be felt before and after passing the stool. A cold feeling in the stomach, excessive weakness, cold sweat (especially on the forehead), a pale face with sunken eyes and dark shadows, a quick feeble pulse, and cramps in muscles of hands, calf muscles and feet are other symptoms that may be present.

2. Arsenic Album – For Cholera due to Consumption of Contaminated Water, Raw fruits or Vegetables

Arsenic Album is a natural medicine for gastric ailments in cholera that arise from the consumption of contaminated water and raw fruits/ veggies. The chief features to use Arsenic Album are vomiting of clear water, with nausea, retching, and diarrhea. The stool is rice watery, foul and may be involuntary in some cases. An extreme prostration is present with the above symptoms. Anxiety, restlessness is also marked with gastric signs.

3. Camphor – For Cholera with Weakness

Camphor is a well-indicated medicine for treating cholera where the patient loses strength rapidly. There is sudden diarrhea with watery and sour smelling stools. The stool may be involuntary. Colicky pain in the abdomen may be present with diarrhea. Watery and slimy vomit may be, and coldness on the body may also be present.

4. Croton Tiglium – Effective Remedy for Cholera with Profuse Diarrhea

Croton Tiglium is a natural medicine for cholera where there is profuse diarrhea that gushes out. The urge to pass stool is constant and with marked urgency. The stool is watery, yellowish or dirty greenish and profuse. There is a lot of rumbling, gurgling in the abdomen and passing of flatus along with stool. Colic before passing stool, extreme weakness, nausea, cold body and dizziness may also be present with the above features.

5. Podophyllum – Natural Remedy for Cholera with Painless Diarrhea

Podophyllum is a medicine prepared from the root of the May-Apple plant of the family Berberidaceae. It is used in cases of cholera with painless diarrhea. The stool is yellow-greenish, watery, gushing, and offensive, but does not cause any abdominal pain. Fetid flatus, gurgling in the bowels followed by copious evacuation, and vomiting of hot, frothy matter is usually present.

6. Aloe – For Cholera with Urgent Stools

Aloe is a natural medicine for the treatment of cholera prepared from the plant Aloe Socotrina of the Liliaceae family. Its use is considered for cases of cholera where the person has an urgent and sudden need to pass stool. Urging to pass stool is constant with fullness and weight in the rectum. The stool is watery, profuse, yellowish and hot with pinching colic in the abdomen. Rumbling gurgling in the rectum is also well marked.

7. Cuprum Met – For Cholera with Muscle Cramps

Use of medicine Cuprum Met is considered in cases of cholera where the patient experiences prominent muscle cramps. Cramps are marked in toes, fingers and calf muscle of the legs. There is diarrhea of greenish or greyish water with violent cramps in the abdomen. Pressure is felt in the pit of the stomach that worsens from touch. Vomiting of watery, frothy, greenish fluid is present.

8. Ipecac – For Cholera with Constant Nausea and Vomiting

Ipecac is prepared from the root of a plant named Ipecacuanha. The natural order of this plant is Rubiaceae. Nausea is marked, distressing and is almost constant. Constant vomiting of bilious, greenish, yellowish or gelatinous matter may be present. With vomiting there is diarrhea, and the stool is loose, yellowish-greenish, putrid smelling with flatus. White mucus may pass in the stool, and a griping pain around the navel is most marked.

9. Colchicum – Effective Natural Treatment for Cholera with Watery Stools

Colchicum is a plant remedy prepared from the Meadow Saffron plant. Its family is Melanthiaceae of Liliaceae. Colchicum is also very helpful for cases of cholera where there is vomiting of bile, glairy, greenish mucus with violent gagging. Loose, copious, watery stool with mucus and colors like greenish, bright yellow to orange-yellow color. Flatus having a stinking smell passes with the stool. White membranous, shreddy particles may pass in the stool. There is an ineffectual urging to pass stool. The stomach is very sensitive to the touch, and intense nausea is frequently present with the above gastric symptoms.

Cholera – Its Causes and Consequences

A cholera infection usually occurs by drinking or eating foods and drinks that are contaminated with the cholera bacteria. In an epidemic, the source of the contamination is usually the feces of an infected person. Cholera spreads rapidly in areas where there is an inadequate treatment of sewage and drinking water.

Cholera is the illness caused by a bacterium called Vibrio cholerae. It infects the intestines, causing diarrhea, vomiting and leg cramps. The mode of action by which the bacteria produces these symptoms is by releasing a toxin which starts absorbing water and electrolytes from the body through the intestines, producing severe diarrhea.

Cholera can be mild, and not even cause any symptoms in some cases. However, a severe infection can cause death if not treated immediately. Diarrhea and vomiting that the infection causes can quickly lead to dehydration, and this can make a body go into shock, causing death within a few hours.

Signs and Symptoms of Cholera

Medically speaking, the cholera bacterium has an incubation period of one to three days, which means that the symptoms can take from one to three days to show up from the time the infection entered the body. Cholera can be a mild, uncomplicated episode of diarrhea; or a potentially lethal disease. In the classical case of cholera, sudden painless diarrhea and vomiting are the initial symptoms.

Treating Cholera and Associated Dehydration

Uncomplicated cases of cholera are self-limiting, and the patient recovers within three to six days. The fatalities are more than 50 percent in untreated cases and less than 1 percent in cases that are treated in time.

The main aim of the treatment is to replace the lost fluids and electrolytes in the body. Initially, in mild-to-moderate cases, oral rehydration is advised with the WHO-recommended (http://www.who.int/cholera/technical/prevention/control/en/index4.html) (World Health Organisation) oral rehydration solution or with a mixture of sugar and salt in water. In advanced cases, when the patient is not in a condition to take oral rehydration, intravenous rehydration is recommended.

Steps to Prevent Cholera

Follow this rule of the thumb: for eating anything “boil it, cook it, peel it, or forget it.”

Drink only water that you have boiled or treated with chlorine or iodine. Other safe beverages include tea and coffee made with boiled water and carbonated, bottled beverages without ice.

Eat only foods that have been thoroughly cooked and are still hot or fruit that you have peeled yourself.

Avoid undercooked or raw fish. Make sure that all vegetables are cooked. Avoid salads.

Avoid eating foods and drinks from street vendors.

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Winter Depression – Homeopathic Treatment

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

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

Homeopathic Medicines for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Causes of Seasonal Affective Disorders

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

Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

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

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Top 11 Natural Homeopathic Medicines for Pollen Allergy

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The sudden appearance of symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and itchy, watery eyes as a result of inhaling pollens is known as 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. 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.

Homeopathic medicines can effectively manage an acute allergic reaction and also work well to treat the chronic tendency towards pollen allergy. Allergic symptoms including sneezing, runny nose, blocked nose, itchy eyes, redness of eye, eye watering, itching in throat, cough can be managed magnificently with the use of homeopathic medicines. Antihistamines, nasal sprays 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. Homeopathic medicines, on the other hand, have no side effects. Where required in severe cases, like asthma, allopathic medications and antihistamines can be taken to control a severe allergic flare up. However, overuse of conventional medicines like decongestant nasal sprays can cause further problems (like an allergy rebound) and should be used very sparingly.

Homeopathic medicines help in cases of pollen allergy by moderating the overactive immune system. Once the immune system is well moderated, relief sets in. Initially the acute symptoms are relieved wonderfully. Afterwards the chronicity of the complaint is treated. With the use of homeopathic medicines, the intensity and occurrence of the symptoms gradually decrease with every episode. Under the guidance of a homeopathic doctor, most cases recover completely. The results however vary from case to case.

The homeopathic prescription for pollen allergy is totally symptom based. It means the medicine is provided as per the characteristic symptoms in every case after detailed case study. Hence, the homeopathic medication for every case differs so does the potency and repetition of medicine. One should always take homeopathic medicine under the supervision of a homeopath to get best results.

Homeopathic medicines are totally safe and natural remedies for seasonal pollen allergies. They have zero side effects. Besides being safe to use, they cause no suppression at all. This treatment focuses to cure  the complaint from its root rather than suppressing symptoms temporarily. Another positive aspect of this treatment is that they never cause any addiction and can be easily discontinued once recovery occurs.

Top 11 Homeopathic Medicines for Seasonal Pollen Allergy                                                         

The top recommended homeopathic medicines for pollen allergy are Natrum Mur, Allium Cepa, Sabadilla, Arsenic Album, Euphrasia, Arundo Mauri, Wyethia, Galphimia Glauca, Histaminum, Luffa Operculata and Cardiospermum.

1.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 suffers violent sneezing (that gets worse early in the morning).  Besides, watery discharge appears from the nose and eyes. Natrum Mur is also indicated when runny nose alternates with a stuffy one. Tickling in the throat along with cough may also be present.

When to use Natrum Mur?

This medicine is highly recommended to manage intense sneezing episodes along with watering from nose and eyes in cases of pollen allergy.

How to use Natrum Mur?

This medicine gives wonderful results in 6X potency that can be taken three to four times a day as per intensity of the complaint.

2. Allium Cepa – For Sneezing and Nasal Discharge Causing Burning In Nose

Allium Cepa is a well-indicated medicine for managing sneezing with profuse watery nasal discharge that causes burning in the nose. Sneezing tends to worsen upon entering a warm room. Allium Cepa is also indicated for cases where there is violent sneezing immediately on rising from the bed. A crawling, tingling, itchy sensation in the nostrils and itching is felt in the throat. There is watering from eyes. This medicine works well to treat pollen allergies and hay fever that appear during the spring season.

When to use Allium Cepa?

This medicine proves effective in pollen allergy cases when there is acute sneezing and watery discharge from nose which leads to burning in the nose.

How to use Allium Cepa?

Though this medicine can be used in both low and high potencies, initially it is safe to take 30C potency twice or thrice a day.

3. Sabadilla –For Sneezing, Nasal Discharge With Pain In Forehead

Sabadilla is the next prominent medicine for allergy caused by pollen grains. The characteristic feature that indicates the need for this remedy is violent sneezing, and nasal watery discharge with pain in the forehead area. Besides, itching and tickling sensations are felt in the nose, which makes the person rub the nose excessively. There may be blockage of nose on alternate sides.

When to use Sabadilla?

Sabadilla is an excellent choice of medicine for pollen allergy when there is marked sneezing attended with watery nasal discharge and pain in forehead.

How to use Sabadilla?

It can be used in 30C potency twice or thrice a day. It can also be used in 200C potency but only under the supervision of a homeopathic physician.

4. Arsenic Album – For Nasal Discharge Causing Burning In Nose And On Upper Lip

Arsenic Album is a suitable homeopathic medicine for pollen allergy with profuse watery nasal discharge and sneezing. The discharges cause burning sensation in the nose and irritate the upper lip. The symptoms tend to get worse in open air while staying indoors helps relieve the symptoms.

When to use Arsenic Album?

This medicine should be considered for managing pollen allergy with excessive watery nasal discharge that leads to burning inside nose and on the upper lip.

How to use Arsenic Album?

This medicine can be taken in 30C potency. The dose should be just once a day.

5. Euphrasia – For Itchy, Watery, Red Eyes

Euphrasia treats pollen allergy which causes symptoms like itchy, watery, red eyes. The eye watering is profuse. It cause burning, biting, smarting, and scalding in the eyes. Swelling of lids may occur. Watery, profuse discharge from the nose (bland in nature) is also noted. In some cases, there  is profuse discharge from the nose during the day and obstruction of the nose at night.

When to use Euphrasia?

This medicine is most suitable to treat itching in thr eyes along with eye watering and redness in cases of pollen allergy.

How to use Euphrasia?

From low to high potency, it works well in all potencies. Initially, it is best to use it in 30C potency two to three times a day.

6. Arundo Mauri – For Allergy With Itching In Nostrils, Palate, And Eyes

Homeopathic medicine Arundo Mauri is the topmost medicine for managing itching in nostrils, palate (roof of the mouth), and eyes. Coryza and sneezing, loss of smell and prickling and burning in the eyes may also be present.

When to use Arundo Mauri?

The key indications to use this medicine in cases of pollen allergy are itching in nose, palate and eyes.

How to use Arundo Mauri? 

This medicine can be taken in 30C potency once or twice a day. High potencies should be used under the supervision of a homeopathic doctor.

7. Wyethia – For Itching on Palate and Dry, Hacking Cough

Wyethia is a beneficial homeopathic medicine for itching of palate. There is dry, hacking cough. It is also indicated for cases with itching in inner canthi of eyes and allergic asthma.

When to use Wyethia?

The characteristic feature to use this medicine is itching on the palate and a dry cough in pollen allergy cases.

How to use Wyethia?

One can take this medicine once or twice a day in 30C power.

8. Galphimia Glauca – For Allergy with Burning Discharges from Eyes and Nose

Galphimia Glauca is a significant homeopathic medicine for pollen allergy when there is burning discharges from the eyes and nose. Sneezing also appears which worsens in the morning. Itching in eyes (especially in the morning) and swelling of the eyelids is also noted.

When to use Galphimia Glauca?

This medicine should be opted to treat pollen allergy with discharges from eyes and nose attended with burning sensation.

How to use Galphimia Glauca?

It can be used in 30C potency once a day.

9. Histaminum – Homeopathic Medicine for Pollen Allergy

Histaminum is another useful 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 nasal congestion. It also helps in asthmatic conditions arising from allergies.

When to use Histaminum?

This medicine suits well pollen allergy cases with sneezing, watery discharge from nose and blocked nose.

How to use Histaminum?

Histaminum can be utilized once a day in 30C potency.

10. Luffa Operculata – For Allergy with Stuffy Nose and Sneezing

Luffa Operculata is indicated 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.

When to use Luffa Operculata?

This medicine is indicated for treating sneezing along with nasal blockage in cases of pollen allergy.

How to use Luffa Operculata?

This medicine is usually preferred in 30C potency once a day.

11. Cardiospermum – For Allergy with Sneezing in the Morning

Cardiospermum is effective for 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.

When to use Cardiospermum?

Cardiospermum works well to treat pollen allergy with prominent sneezing in morning on waking.

How to use Cardiospermum?

It is recommended to take Cardiospermum once a day in 30C power.

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

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.

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Top 9 Homeopathic Medicines for Diarrhea & Loose Stools

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Homeopathic Medicines for Diarrhea

The condition where thin, loose, watery stools tend to occur three or more times in a day is known as diarrhea. Diarrhea tends to last for a couple of days, but in chronic cases, it can go on for a long time. It is a fairly common problem and not a severe condition if timely treatment is taken. In cases where diarrhea continues for more than a couple of days or weeks, it indicates an underlying infection or inflammation in the bowels that needs to be addressed. Other signs and symptoms of diarrhea that can accompany loose stool include cramping/ pain in the abdomen, mucus/blood in stool, gas, abdominal bloating, weakness, weight loss (in chronic cases). In case of food poisoning, vomiting and nausea may be present. Dehydration is a common complication of diarrhea. The signs to look out for to detect dehydration are dry skin, light-headedness, less urination, and general weakness. In case you experience such symptoms, it is necessary to restore the fluid and electrolyte balance immediately.

Homeopathy offers effective treatment for cases of diarrhea. It treats the root cause of diarrhea to help ease the symptoms and bring about recovery. Diarrhea causes a person to lose a significant amount of fluid and electrolytes quickly, so rehydrating salts are usually recommended along with these medicines to restore the fluid and electrolyte balance, and prevent dehydration. Homeopathy for diarrhea effectively treats mild-to-moderate conditions when coupled with the intake of fluids and electrolytes. These medicines also help reduce the severity of the symptoms. However, in case of severe diarrhea, where the person passes a significant amount of watery stool, allopathic medicines are recommended to prevent severe dehydration and help quick relief and recovery. Both allopathy and homeopathy can be taken together to help manage the problem.

Homeopathic medicines for diarrhea work by treating the underlying cause of diarrhea. It can effectively manage cases of diarrhea associated with food poisoning, IBS, food allergies, stress, anxiety, inflammation of gastrointestinal tract. With use of homeopathic medicines, the body’s self-healing capacity is boosted which helps fight the root cause of the problem and promotes natural recovery. For extracting the problem from its root a complete course of homeopathic treatment needs to be taken under the guidance of a homeopathic doctor. But in severe cases, when bleeding accompanies loose stool, continued fever along with stools, severe dehydration, and weight loss, it is advised to take urgent help from conventional mode of treatment.

Homeopathy is helpful for acute as well as chronic cases of diarrhea. The time duration for which a person needs to take medicines for diarrhea depends on the chronicity and severity of the problem. In acute cases of diarrhea, medicines need to be taken ranging from a few days to a week. In case of chronic diarrhea, the duration of treatment lasts from few months to a year’s time.

Homeopathic medicines for diarrhea are prepared from natural substances, so there are no side effects. Homeopathy for diarrhea works for people of all age groups and can be safely used among them. It is advised to take oral rehydration salts along with medicines in cases of acute diarrhea.

Top 9 Homeopathic Medicines for Diarrhea

The most effective medicines for treating diarrhea include Aloe Socotrina, Colocynthis, Croton Tiglium, China Officinalis, Arsenic Album, Podophyllum, Argentum Nitricum, Chamomilla and Colchicum.

1. Aloe Socotrina – For Diarrhea with Watery Stool

Aloe Socotrina is a leading homeopathic medicine to manage cases of loose stool. It is used to treat cases where the stool is copious, watery, yellowish or brownish. An urgency to pass stool, rumbling/gurgling in abdomen, a constant sensation of bearing down in the rectum are some other symptoms that indicate the need for this medicine. Involuntary release of stool on passing flatus (gas) is yet another characteristic symptom to use this medicine.

When to use Aloe Socotrina?

Aloe Socotrina offers best help in loose stool when stool is watery, profuse, yellow / brown with an urgency to pass stool.

How to use Aloe Socotrina?

Aloe Socotrina 30C can be used three to four times a day with a three hour gap between every dose.

2. Colocynthis – For Diarrhea with Abdominal Cramps and Pain

Colocynthis is recommended in cases where there is a loose stool with abdominal cramping. A watery, yellowish, sour-smelling stool, increased flatulence, a burning, pricking pain at the anus are other features attending abdominal cramps that indicate the need for this medicine. Bending down double or applying pressure helps relieve the abdominal cramps.

When to use Colocynthis?

It is a wonderful medicine for managing loose stool attended with cramps in the abdomen.

How to use Colocynthis?

This medicine can be used in both low and high potencies but to start with it is advised to take it in 30C potency twice or thrice a day.

3. Croton Tiglium – For Diarrhea with Urge of Stool soon after Eating and Drinking

For diarrhea where an urge to pass stool occurs shortly after eating and drinking anything, Croton Tiglium is recommended. Even after consuming a small quantity of food or drink, one feels the urge to pass stool. The stool is yellowish, watery, copious, and gushing in nature. Croton Tiglium is also used to treat diarrhea that occurs during hot weather.

When to use Croton Tiglium?

Croton Tiglium is an important medicine to manage diarrhea with a desire to pass stool immediately after eating or drinking anything with passage of watery stool that gushes out (means suddenly with much force).

How to use Croton Tiglium?

It is advised to take this medicine two to three times a day in 30C power.

4. China Officinalis – For Diarrhea with Weakness

China Officinalis is a well-indicated medicine for diarrhea where there is an excessive weakness. Yellowish, frothy, loose stool followed by weakness occurs. With this, distension of abdomen with flatulence (gas) and flatulent colic appears. Burping of bitter fluid, and rumbling in the stomach pit are the other symptoms that may attend.

When to use China Officinalis?

China Officinalis is an ideal choice of medicine for cases of loose stool with marked weakness and gas, bloating in abdomen.

How to use China Officinalis?

One may use this medicine in 30C power twice or thrice in a day.

5. Arsenic Album – For Diarrhea due to Food Poisoning

Arsenic Album is a top medicine for diarrhea and vomiting in cases of food poisoning. The characteristic symptoms include foul smelling, loose stool along with excessive nausea and vomiting. This may also be accompanied with stomach pain, weakness and a sour/bitter taste in the mouth.

When to use Arsenic Album?

Undoubtedly Arsenic Album is the best prescription to manage diarrhea and vomiting resulting from food poisoning.

How to use Arsenic Album?

One to two doses of Arsenic Album 30C can be used in a day.

6. Podophyllum – For Watery, Bad smelling Stool That Gushes Out

Podophyllum is the medicine for diarrhea where the stool is watery, foul-smelling, painless and gushes out i.e. passes suddenly and forcibly with great force. The stool is profuse and may be yellowish or greenish, and contains undigested food particles. This medicine is also indicated in cases where there is an involuntary release of stool upon passing flatus or during sleep.

When to use Podophyllum?

This medicine suits well cases of diarrhea with watery, painless, foul smelling stool that passes sudden and forcibly.

How to use Podophyllum?

Podophyllum 30C can be utilized twice or thrice a day.

7. Argentum Nitricum – For Diarrhea due to Anxiety

Argentum Nitricum is used to treat diarrhea that is triggered by anxiety or nervousness. The person needing this medicine has watery stool (which may have mucus) with noisy flatulence.  Loud burps, cutting pain and loud rumbling in the abdomen are also noticed. Diarrhea that arises due to anticipation or as a result of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) also indicates the need for this medicine.

When to use Argentum Nitricum?

This medicine offers great help in cases of loose stool with passage of noisy gas associated with anxiety and nervousness.

How to use Argentum Nitricum?

One may use Argentum Nitricum 30C once a day.

8. Chamomilla – For Diarrhea during Dentition

Chamomilla is the medicine recommended for diarrhea that occurs during dentition (teething). Symptoms indicating the need for Chamomilla include a fetid, watery, sour-smelling stool that is yellowish-greenish. Swelling at the anus may be present with diarrhea and the child is usually irritable, cross, restless and wants to be carried in arms always.

When to use Chamomilla?

Chamomilla is frequently used as a first remedy to manage diarrhea during dentition in kids with watery, sour smelling stool attended with irritability and a desire to be carried in arms all the time.

How to use Chamomilla?

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

9. Colchicum – For Loose Stool with Mucus

Colchicum is indicated in cases where the mucus passes with loose stool. The mucus is jelly-like. The stool is watery and has an intense, sour odor. Itching and burning at the anus may also be present.

When to use Colchicum?

Colchicum works well for cases of loose stool with passage of jelly-like mucus.

How to use Colchicum?

This medicine can be administered in 30C potency one to two times a day.

Causes of Diarrhea

Diarrhea can be a result of many conditions and factors, but the most common causes of diarrhea include:

Contaminated Food and Water

‘Spoiled’ food and water contain disease-causing pathogens like (bacteria and parasites) which can get transferred into our body and disturb the physiological functioning. This is also known as food poisoning.
Parasites like Giardia lamblia and cryptosporidium cause diarrhea, while Escherichia coli (commonly known as E.coli), salmonella, shigella, and campylobacter are common diarrhea-causing bacteria.
In developing countries, ‘traveler’s diarrhea’ is a common complaint, brought about by these bacteria and viruses.

Medications

Certain medicines like antibiotics disturb the balance of gut bacteria by killing both good and bacteria. This imbalance can cause diarrhea.
Antacids often contain magnesium, which can cause the stools to become loose.

Emotional Stress and Anxiety

The gastrointestinal tract has many nerves connected to it and is very sensitively tuned to the nervous system. Therefore, any factors (like stress) that affect the nervous system also have an impact on the gastrointestinal tract. Stress and anxiety can cause diarrhea as a result of the hypersensitivity of the gut to emotional and hormonal responses. A significant example of a medical condition that persists from stress and anxiety is IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). Stress can cause spasms throughout the gut and cause diarrhea.

Food allergies

Food allergies can also cause diarrhea, as the body tries to expel the allergens out quickly.
Lactose intolerance is also a common cause of diarrhea. People who are unable to digest lactose (found in dairy products) often experience loose stools after consuming dairy products.

Digestive Disorders

Chronic diarrhea is often a sign of some underlying gastrointestinal disorder like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS which is a functional disorder of colon that causes diarrhea, constipation or alternation between these, abdominal cramping, gas, bloating), celiac disease (an autoimmune disorder in which eating gluten which is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley results in damage to small intestine), colitis (inflammation of large intestine) and inflammatory bowel disorder (IBD which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis) is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation and ulcers in gastrointestinal tract.

Rotavirus in Children

A widespread cause of diarrhea in children is rotavirus, a virus that spreads quickly through contaminated hands, objects and surfaces. This virus causes inflammation in the stomach and intestines, leading to severe diarrhea, fever, dehydration, abdominal cramps, and vomit.

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Treating Adenoids With Homeopathy

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Enlarged Adenoids and Homeopathy

Is your child having difficulty in breathing from nose during sleep? Have you noticed him snoring too often? Is he having recurrent sore throats and middle ear infections? Is your child a mouth breather? If most of your answers are yes then there is a great possibility that he could be having Enlarged adenoids. This enlargement of adenoids can affect your child’s health in many ways. ; Ranging from recurrent upper respiratory infections to hearing deficits. Homeopathy has a lot to offer for the treatment of enlarged adenoids. A well-focused homeopathic treatment can save your child’s adenoids from a surgeon’s knife.

What Are Adenoids

Adenoids are small structures made of lymphoid tissue (this is the same tissue off which the throat tonsils are made up of) present at the nasopharynx (where the back of the nasal passage and the throat meet). Their primary function is to produce lymphocytes. These lymphocytes are a part of our body’s natural defense system and destroy the microorganisms that enter our system. Thus adenoids are a part of our immune system.

Why Do adenoids get Enlarged

Adenoids tend to get enlarged whenever there is an infection in upper respiratory area. Once the infection is over, adenoids get back to their normal size.If the infections are recurrent ,the adenoids go into a chronic state of enlargement. Although tonsils can be easily viewed in an open mouth, adenoids are not directly viewable. Enlarged adenoids can only be detected by an x-ray or by the symptoms shown by the child. Symptoms of enlarged adenoids are easily recognizable .The most common symptom is that of difficulty in breathing through the nose .This is most predominant at night when the child is sleeping. Disturbed nasal breathing in kids with enlarged adenoids shows up in two ways-Snoring and breathing through the mouth . If during the day time the child is showing the signs of mouth breathing ,the enlargement of adenoids is usually severe. The most worry some symptom is that of sleep apnea. Sleep apnea refers to a condition where the child has breathing pauses during sleep .This sleep disturbance manifests itself in the day time by paroxysmal drowsiness and difficulty in concentration in the kids .Other symptoms of enlarged adenoids may include bad breath and dry mouth. Increase in the size of adenoids leads to pressure changes on the Eustachian tube causing hearing difficulties and recurrent middle ear infections. Another complication that usually arises out of enlarged adenoids is recurrent infections in the sinuses – often called as sinusitis.

Homeopathic medicines for Adenoids

Whether it be the tonsils or the adenoids, homeopathic philosophy has always believed in preserving these helpful body tissues. Homeopathy offers an excellent treatment for enlarged adenoids and complications arising from it. Homeopathic medicines Agraphis Nutans , Calcarea carb , Sambuccus Niagra and Calcarea flour lead the Homeopathic table in treating Enlarged adenoids. Agraphis is very handy when along with enlargement; the hearing of the child is also affected. While treating for adenoids the overall immunity of the child needs to be carefully looked at, as recurrent infections can lead the child into vicious cycle of enlarged adenoids and upper respiratory Infections. Frequent Infections issues can be dealt effectively by homeopathy by prescribing Constitutional homeopathic medicine.

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Enlarged Adenoids

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Enlarged Adenoids
Is your child getting recurrent ear and sinus infections? Is your child snoring in the night? Has his voice changed? Is he breathing more from the mouth? If yes ,then chances are that your child has enlarged adenoids. Enlarged adenoids in kids can be a big problem and can affect their health in more than one way. Homeopathy has a very effective solution in treating enlarged adenoids and effectively saves them from the surgeon’s knife.
Adenoids are lymphoid tissue lying in the back part of the nose (nasopharynx). It is similar to the tonsil tissue which are present in our throat and guard are swallowing passage
Both the adenoid and tonsils are a part of the defense system of our body and produce defense cells that kill bacteria or viruses that we breathe or swallow. In simple words they act like guards for our breathing and swallowing passages. Tonsil in Children can be easily seen in an open mouth; whereas the Adenoids are very difficult to see directly and are usually detected with the x-ray. Both tonsils and Adenoids tend to get enlarged whenever they get infected but return to their normal state after the infection is over in few days. However if the infections are more frequent or chronic, the adenoids tend to stay enlarged.
The most common symptoms in kids who have enlarged adenoids are – difficulty in breathing through the nose, Snoring, mouth breathing (which is mostly present at night); if present during the day, it usually indicates severe enlargement of adenoids. Change in the voice is another very important sign of enlarged adenoids. Kids with enlarged adenoids usually have a pinched nose kind of voice. The most worrisome symptom of enlarged adenoids is ‘sleep apnea’. This means that the child goes without breathing for few seconds; this occurs along with snoring. These apnea periods can occur many times during the night resulting in a restless sleep and low oxygen levels. One of the major fallout of this kind of sleep disturbance is that child will feel sleepy during the day and can have difficulty in concentration. Dry mouth and bad breath are also present in kids who have enlarged adenoids. Another major way in which the enlarged adenoids affect kids is that they predispose them towards recurrent ear, throat and sinus infections. Middle ear infections are very common in kids with enlarged adenoids.
Homeopathic Philosophy clearly believes that adenoids and tonsils should be, as far as possible, saved from surgery. These tissues are a part of our body’s indigenous defense system and removing them would further render our body towards more infections. Long term treatment of enlarged adenoids with homeopathic medicines has excellent results in reducing the size of enlarged adenoids and treating its associated symptoms. Homeopathic medicines Agraphis Nutans and Calcarea Carb can work wonders in kids with enlarged adenoids .Along with these medicines , Kids with symptoms of recurrent ear, throat and sinus symptoms may at need different homeopathic medicines according to their symptoms

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Nasal Allergies and Homeopathy

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Nasal Allergies in Summer

Dr. Vikas Sharma

Have you been sneezing very often this summer? Do you have itching in the nose , roof of mouth and eyes? Are you getting a watery discharge from your nose? If yes then there are good chances that you have Allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis refers to an allergic condition that occurs in the upper respiratory tract and also in the conjunctiva of the eyes. This is usually a harmless condition but can throw one’s life out of gear. Most of the people who suffer from its seasonal form, have recurrent episode in late spring, summers and fall. Homeopathy provides a great hope for all those who suffer from it in treating this kind of allergy from its base and thereby stopping its annual recurrence.

People who suffer from allergic rhinitis usually have these following symptoms-  1) Sneezing , which may occur any time and can occur in bouts ; where one may  even have 20-30 sneezes in a row . Morning sneezes are very common in those suffer from allergic rhinitis. Such sneezing episodes may occur as early as one wakes up .2) Runny nose – sneezing is accompanied by profuse watery discharge from the nose. Along with other symptoms one may also have same king of watery discharge from eyes. 3) Itching in the eyes, nose and the roof of the mouth – itching in the nose roof of moth and eyes are very common symptoms in allergic rhinitis. Most patients complain of a “crawling” sensation in the nose and the roof of the mouth. 4) Some patients may even suffer from breathing difficulty if the attack gets serious. This kind of breathing difficulty is usually noted in spring weather during wheat harvest season. 6) Fever may also be present in some individuals during a severe attack of allergic rhinitis.

Allergic rhinitis usually occurs in two forms. The kind of allergic rhinitis that one would have it in only a particular weather is called as Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis. Late spring, summers and early autumn is the main weather when it occurs.  Such kind of allergic rhinitis occurs due to sensitivity to pollens from trees, grasses or weeds, or to airborne mold spores. The second type is the ‘Perennial Allergy’ and occurs all the year around. In such kind of allergic rhinitis ,the sensitivity is mainly to substances that one encounters daily . Examples of Such substances are – cockroaches, dust mites, pollution and animal dander.

Homeopathic medicines are one of the best forms of natural treatment for allergic rhinitis. They works both ways – By controlling the acute symptoms and also treating the chronicity of allergy; thereby gradually stopping the recurrence of attacks. Homeopathic medicines work by desensitizing the overactive immune system in allergic rhinitis patients. Homeopathic medicines Natrum Mur, Sabadilla , Allium Cepa  lead the homeopathic table in treating allergic rhinitis and can treat both the acute as well Chronic nature of the disease. Allium  cepa and Aralea Racemosa  are  very effective in treating allergic rhinitis that occurs in spring . Lately, some medicines have been introduced in Homeopathy which have  been found to very effective in treating allergic rhinitis – they are Galphimia Glauca , Histaminum  and Luffa Operculata.

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Sinusitis – Homeopathy for Sinusitis

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Sinusitis in Cold Weather – Homeopathy

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

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