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Recurrent Throat infections in kids
Dr. Vikas Sharma MD
It is very common for a homeopath to see a lot of anxious parents seeking treatment for their kids who suffer from recurrent throat or upper respiratory infections. Believe me, these young anxious parents are tougher to handle than their kids.
Kids who have recurrent upper respiratory infections usually develop symptoms which start with cold and can very fast progress into bad chesty or dry cough, fever and even difficult breathing. The bigger problem is the kind of recurrence that can occur in some kids . I have personally seen kids developing infection every 15 days and seem to be perpetually living on antibiotics. This affects their quality of life and education in many ways. Now, the big question is whether homeopathy has an effective remedy for the recurrence, the answer is a big ‘yes ‘.
Before we get to the actual homeopathic solution let us try to understand why these kids fall sick so frequently.We are born with Immune system(body’s own defence system) which inherits some antibodies from the mother during gestation and with breast feed . Quite a bit of Immunity is developed later in life. The cells that fight infection in our body are called as antibodies. Our body has a very intelligent immune system and can recognize a microorganism as new or one that it has previously encountered and respond accordingly. The response in the previously encountered microorganism is to send the already developed antibodies to fight that organism. In the case of new type of Microorganism the body creates specific antibodies and once they are made, they are replicated in the body in great numbers and stay in the body for long. They keep on providing cover against that specific kind of organism henceforth. This is one the reasons why grown up’s don’t have infections that frequently.
The biggest reason for the recurrence of infections is that the young body with in immature immune system is not getting a chance to develop natural immunity, as these kids at the slightest sign of infections, are being over-medicated by anxious parents and unscrupulous physicians. As most of the pediatricians would agree that quite a few of these infections are Viral in nature, which means that they require very less treatment and are self-limiting in nature. Bacterial infections are not that common and are the are ones that can require antibiotics. It is very commonly seen here in India that at the slightest sign of any infection (even viral infections) antibiotics are given to kids. This Injudicious use of antibiotics is what leads to body not getting a chance to develop its own antibodies. This leads to recurrence of infections. I have no hate for antibiotics and I strongly believe that they are life saving medicines; but the parents have to realize that they should be given only when there is bacterial infection and the body is showing no signs of fighting it.
If overuse of antibiotics can lead to an impaired immune system, why would homeopathic medicines help in restoring immunity? The answer lies in the basic principle around which homeopathy works – ‘Like cures like’. Homeopathic medicines work by giving a similar impetus to the body (like that of the disease) causing the body’s immune system to get activated and fight Infections. Timing is very important while taking homeopathic treatment. Infections respond much faster when homeopathy is started at the initial stages of infection i.e. within 24- 36 hours. Gradual Improvement in Immunity occurs with homeopathic treatment, once couple of Infections are managed well with Homeopathic medicines.[sws_facebook_share]
Hello Sir
my child suffering mostly cold cough season change. I want to know which medicine we use for her treatment pl tell me.
my self Tanweer Khan age 32 Year living in Bangalore Belongs from north India.geting Respiratory problem in neck in night .and getting cough and too much cough after eating anythings .plz tell me which medicine suitable for me.and cold .also coughis coming stop in neck geting trouble.
Dear sir, I am a student of BHMS.my nephew (age 45 days) suffering from respiratory problem.during sleeping he makes a sound.sound create when he take breath and only during sleep.for this he can’t sleep well and cry.he disturbs his mother much.during breathing his thorax seems moving up down with difficaulty.after birth 3 rd day he feeded goats milk(not boil) .he suffered with urination(no urine pass 2 days) but I cured it by aconite .h.it also suffering from slight cold. before its birth (1 year) its mother was a aconite mind patient.but I cured her by aconite- sulpher- ignesia completely. sir now how can I help the baby.pls give me suggestion.thank u very much
my four year old daughter has severe dental problem due to bottle feeding. she also had pain in the last week for which the doctor temporarily gave antibiotics and has suggested root canal treatment. am not able to convince myself about the pain that will follow the therapy. can homeo treatment help at this stage?
Sir,Hearty Namaskarams
Frequently occuring cold and severe phlegm (yellowish mucus coming from nose and mouth) – request for homeopathy medicine
Thanking you
Lakshmi Prasad I.V
I read your article regarding infections in kids that occur very frequently. I have exactly the same situation with my son. He has been getting sick very frequently. In and out of hospital with serious allergies/infections at least twice a year. According to doctors it is because of his weaker immune system. he is on lot of meds and is only 3.5 yr old. We consulted Homeopathic Physician Dark Roy in Faridabad and he is assuring that my son will cure soon as we are building his immune system.
Last week he was crying badly for Ear pain and throat pain ,we consulted again Dr Roy, and he is on Homeopathy medicine for last 7 days. I am worried that whether Ear /Throat infection will completely cure from Homeopathy medicine or do we need to consult ENT Specialist. Moreover his cough is On and Off and its been 1.5 months its coming and going. Please suggest am I right here or do I need to take my son for full Body checkups. Some Dr said that he is having problem of Brono and allergic to Dust so she gave my son Nebulisation for 5 times a day.
I am really feeling very bad for my son as we are not getting a solution for his health.
Please suggest
Dear Sir, I am seeking your advice for recurrence of fever in every month in my grand son aged 15 months. Last month all tests were done and as per child specialist it was diagnosed as bacterial infection of tonsillitis. Antibiotics were given. Again after a week he had again fever with cold and cough. Being a child there is no other option but to nebulae to get the sputum. Please advise whether nose block and sputum can be treated with homeopathy.
Hello air
I have a throat infection and synus from last 10 years.
I used many alopathic anti-biotic medicine
But no such result coming.
Pls give me solution on permanent cure in Homeo
My grandson, aged 4 now, suffers from recurrent attacks of cold, with loud barking cough and generally gets high fever, generally due to exposure to cold weather. Cough mostly starts during evening to night to midnight to mornings!
Today, he still has croup (barking cough) with high fever of 102 degree.
Since last night, we have given him one dose of Spongia Tosta 200 followed by Hep Sulph 200 after 3 hours. Generally, he responds to this treatment; but today he is not! Ultimately, his parents have resorted to anti biotic, since this afternoon!
Obviously, he has weak immune system. I would request you to kindly suggest to me the line of treatment for the current condition and also please advise to me for the appropriate remedies for improving his immune system vis a vis health.
For immunity improement, to me two remedies come to my mind
Calc Phos 6 X and Ocimum Sanctum.
I have with me good number of homeo and bio chemic remedies.
I will highly appreciate your advice ASAP!
Thanks
He is generally on homeo medicines but we sometimes resort to anti biotic!
He was, otherwise, allergic to so many foods etc. Now allergic to only peanuts and egg. The remaining allergies are gone.
Mentally and physically very active, though with thin physique. Sometimes, he is very aggressive and will hit with anything!
He does not like sweet things; normal thirst.
i read your article regarding infections in kids that occur very frequently.i have exactly the same situation with my nephew. he been getting sick very frequently. in and out of hospital with serious allergies/infections atleast twice a year.according to doctors it is because of his weaker immune system.he is on lot of meds and is only 6yr old.what would you suggest the best medicine for his case.
thanks
jatinder lumb
Doctor my son is 4 year old and he suffers from cough and cold every few months. I give him proper diet but he is too skinny. He has tonsils and i had got him checked. Our doctor says that his tonsils are not infectious. Please prescribe some medicine for him.
Hello sir, i need ur help as my 3 yr old is getting recurrent u.r.i with fever since last 2 months. He is getting it every 10 days.he is takin homeopathy since last 2 weeks n shown important n now today again he complain of left ear ache,mild cold n developed fever. Plz help .thanx dr gaurav b.a.m.s ph.9996613551
i am a student of commerce . from last 1year i am learning karnatack music from 3days igot throat pain and cough so suggest me medicine.
I am suffering from frequent throat infection which includes redness of throat and pain.After in take of homeopathic medicine several times there was no improvement.suggest me the correct medicines and the procedure to take it and my age is 61.
Dear Sir
My six year old son is frequently getting cold,wheezing and chest congestion,So the doctors
are giving heavy antibiotics,which leads to stomach upset,gastritis and vomiting.
Can he have homeopathic medicines for improving his immunity?
I am 26 Year Old , Rgesiding in bangalore. I Have To Travel in Crowded bus every day Morning-evening For My Job. My office is airconditioned , Without any window.
I often suffer dry cough With itching In throat. My tonsil glands are removed Some five Years back.
Gargling With betadine gives reilief but after three days Conditions are same again.
Change of season affects more.
Kindly help me with some easy homoeo Solution to Get rid of this problem.
Regards.
S.chowdhuri.
I am a 14 year old boy and have always been siffering from tonsillitis.My tonsils are always enlarged and frequently get inflamed and develop white spots.Please help.
Should i insist my kids homeopath to prescribe tinchers that can be bought off the shelf, diluted and given or are the doctor made medicines reliable/better? how long wold it take for a homeopathic medicine to show effect ina case like sore throat
my child gowtham,4yrs old is suffering from cold every 15 days,it always ends in severe cough,occ means 3 or 4times he has breathlessness too.i take care of him without giving cold items,not exposing to much dust but still he suffers from it.he never have runny nose,much sneezing but little itching of nose and directly cough.
another important thing is he develops cough if he takes milk 2-3days milk regularly.every time he cries loudly he coughs and vomits.i think sir u can help me.thank you.
my son 5yr suffering from numonia from 3yrs, now his eyes got infection. Is there any problem?
hello sir.
my daughter is 3 years and 9 months old. she gets ill very frequently in condition such as rejoining to school, sudden changes in atmosphere, mixed season, use of cold products for more days. Every time we go to doctor he diagnosis it as viral infection indicating infection in throat. initially there comes discharge from her nose than wheezing and fever. fever gets high upto 102_103. All the times doctor prescribes antibiotics . We complete the course and gets recover. Some days after she gets sick again. She is also not interested much in eating. her body looks pale indicating lack of nutrition. now I am having new born boy of 3 months.
so I need help from your side. Please guide me for following.
1. which homeopathy drugs should I give to my children to boost their immunity? I am sick of these antibiotics and don’t want them any more
2. which medicines should be given at the time of infection upon appearance of disease symptoms?? if drugs have to bet given in some order also suggest.
3. can anything be done to improve her interest in eating?
4. is their any medicines to increase her concentration in study? and also to remove her shy nature? she is pretty clever but feels shy to interact.
5 she gets skin problems due to insect and mosquito bites. After bite having constant itching until blood comes. and as a result of this she is having so many scars on her leg looking ugly. can anything be done by homeopathy for this????
hope you will reply me as soon as possible guiding me how to overcome this all problems. trust me I have great faith in homeopathy even though I am pharmacist. and my child also likes such medicines.
will be thankful to you sir
Hello Sir
main janna chahte hu ki homeopathic treatment me koi aisa treatment hai
jisse ke 9 year ke baby girl ke kanno ki machine hatai ja sakti hai or woh baby
ek normal baby ki tarha sab kuch sun sakech
kya aap mere is problem ka kuch solution homepathic treatment se de sakte hai
Sir main aap ki reply ki wait karugi
Manju Madaan
Patiala
Hello Doctor,
My daughter is 3 yrs and 8 months old. From past 1 year, she has fallen sick many times with high fever and chest infection.
I gave her augmentin antibiotic as the doctor suggested because her leukocytes count was extremely high (once 13, 700 and another time 17000) when we got her CBC Test done. She diagnosed negative for malaria, typhoid and any other disease.
From past 15 days she has fallen sick again after completing 6 days course of augmentin.
She compains of body pain, headache, stomach ache, pain in eyes and she has high fever (101.5).
Her HB Level has also dropped inspite of iron tonics.
Please suggest me when can I come to see you as I am very concerned about her frequent sickness.
Thankyou very much
Sir
I have six year old daughter she is suffering very frequent cold(watery discharge) and throat infection( khansi dry very high). She is suffering from last 3-4 year.
We tried all sort of allopathic/homeopathy/Ayurvedic treatment in and around delhi.
But in last we need to go for allopathic treatment for relief. Doctors pricribes her antibiotics every time but then again these things repeat after 10-15 days.
I m really worried about her I mean what should I do
Kindly suggest some permanent cure for my daughter I will be really great full to you
Thanks
Saurabh
Hello dr my 5year old daughter suffering very frequent cold and throat infection( dry kkhansi very high). She is suffering with this by birth
We tried all sort of allopathic/homeopathy/Ayurvedic treatment in and around delhi.
But in last we need to go for allopathic treatment for relief. Doctors pricribes her antibiotics every time but then again these things repeat sometime 10-15 days or somtime after one month.
I m really worried about her I mean what should I do
Kindly suggest some permanent cure for my daughter I will be really great full to you
hello doctor,
I have an adopted girl child who is 4+.Ever since she has come she has itching in her ears.Sometimes it is before bed time.But some times it occurs in between also.She is a hyperactive child.But also has the problem of bed wetting.I have been giving her enukind but I have noticed that because she scared of insects and animals(dogs,cats) in general if she sees them she wets the bed the time being (in between 12 pm to 2).I generally stop her fluids before 7 pm and ask her to use the washroom before going to bed and also wake her up during night when she moves or sound of teeth.Can u suggest homeopathic medicine for her.I will be really very grateful.
Sir my son is 2yrs & 9mnths old.she is always having cough and cold followed by fever(sometimes).This happens to him in every 2 mnths or as soon as there is a change in weather. His nose also use to get blocked and this problem gets tougher when he sleeps,her nose is so badly blocked that she use to breathe by mouth and thus not able to sleep properly. So i kindly request you to suggest which homoeopathy medicines should be given to her,Thankyou