Showing posts with label MEDICINES. Show all posts
Showing posts with label MEDICINES. Show all posts

Thursday, 18 May 2017

HOMOEOPATHIC COSMETIC MEDICINES


HIRSUITISM
Hirsutism  is a condition of unwanted, male-pattern hair growth in women. Hirsutism results in excessive amounts of stiff and pigmented hair on body areas where men typically grow hair — face, chest and back.
The amount of body hair you have is largely determined by your genetic makeup. Hirsutism may arise from excess male hormones called androgens, primarily testosterone. Hirsutism may also be due to a family trait.
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
THUJA OCC. 1M- Luxuriant growth of hair on parts otherwise not to be naturally covered by hair. Give one dose every month
OLEU JEC 3X- This remedy may be given in 30- potency in summer and in 3x potency in winter thrice daily along with Thuja occ. IM . This medicine is not to be given two days before or after giving  Thuja occ.
VIRILISM—A  female disorder in which there is development of secondary malesexual characteristics , as lowered voice , caused by various conditiond affecting  hormone regulation
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
THYROIDINUM  10M- A specific remedy. Use in very high potencies
BALDNESS
BALDNESS IN YOUNG
BARYTA CARB 200- Hair falls out. With other symptoms of Bayta carb. Confusion of mind. Loss of memory , mental weakness. Lost confidence in himself. Aversion to strangers
SILICEA 200- For premature baldness.
OCCIPITAL BALDNESS
PHOSPHORUS 200- Copious hair fall. Hair falls out in clouds . Falling of hair in bunches. Itching of the scalp
BALDNESS IN  GENERAL
GRAPHITES 30- Falling of hair. Also from beard and eye brows
SEPIA 30-Falling of hair during menopause or pregnancy. Losing of hair during headaches
ALUMEN 200-- Falling of hair of head, eye brows, eyelashes and other parts of the body
CALCAREA PHOS 30- Falling of hair in bunches
FLUORIC ACID 30- Falling of hair in patches. Due to syphilis
PIX LIQUIDA 30- Due to the diseases of the scalp. Scalp itches intolerably and bleeds on scratching
SELENIUM MET 30- It is useful in baldness of the whole head
THALLIUM 30-After serious diseases. There is abnormal  and excessive perspiration  on the head. Total baldness
WEISBADEN 200-The hair grow rapidly and become darker by the use of this remedy. It also helps to cure the falling of hair
PREMATURE GREYING OF HAIR
PILOCARPUS 1000- Due to dryness of the scalp. This remedy stimulates natural secretion of the scalp
LYCOPODIUM CLACATUM 200- A specific remedy for premature greying of hair.
ACID PHOS 1C- Hair thins out, turns grey early and falls out
THYROIDINUM 3X- It stops premature greying of hair due to thyroid diseases . It also helps to restore the natural color of hair, not turned completely grey
NATRUM MUR 30, PHOSPHORUS 30—Use either of these remedies when indicated or otherwise also stops further greying of hair after diseases
TO DISSOLVE SCAR TISSUE
THIOSINAMINUM  3X- A specific remedy. It dissolves scar tissues  externally and internally
CASTOR EQUI 1M- Another specific remedy for dissolving scar tissue
AFTER CHICKEN POX-
VARIOLONUM 200, SARACENIA PUR 1X- Give Variolinum 200 every fortnight and Saracenia 1x twice daily except on the day when Variolinum is given
TO DISSOLVE  BONY PROMINENCE
HEKLA LAVA 3X- A specific remedy for bony prominence
ACNE
ANTIMONIUM CRUD. 30- Pimples on the face and shoulders of fat persons with dry skin and indigestion
ASTERIAS RUBENS 30- Red pimples on the sides of the nose, chin and mouth . Pimples in the period between  puberty and maturity
BERBERIS AQU. Q- Dry pimples. Blotches and pimples
JUGULANS REG . 30- Blackhead and pimples on the face . Red pustules
KALI BROM 30- Itching pimples on the face, chest and shoulders
NATRUM MUR 200- Pimples with oily skin. Earthy complexion
PULSATILLA NIG. 30- Pimples worse at puberty and at the time of menstruation especially in girls who are over weight and have delayed menses
RADIUM BROMIDE 30-Small pimples with great itching, burning , swelling and redness
COMPLEXION
IODUM 1000- It is an excellent remedy  for changing complexion  in fair color. Give every fort night for about six months
CAUSTICUM 200, LYCOPODIUM 200- To be tried in the given order when Iodum fails. Use every fortnight
FLAT CHEST LADIES
ONOSMODIUM 10M,  SABAL SERRULATA 30—These remedies changed the life of young ladies with atrophic  breasts
MANGOLISM
CALCAREA CARB- A specific remedy  . This should be given in varying potencies
POT BELLY
PODOPHYLLUM 30--A specific remedy. Abdomen distended
SEPIA 200- Pot belly with other symptoms of Sepia
GOITRE  OF PUBERTY
HYDRASTIS 30- A specific remedy
OBESITY
PHYTOLACCA BERRY Q- Obesity without any possible defects in the system. A  general remedy to reduce weight
THYROIDINUM 200-Excessive obesity due to imperfect function of thyroid gland
PULSATILLA NIG. Q- Due to uterine problems. Patient is shy , emotional and thirstless
 GRAPHITES 30-  Anemic ypung girls with red face and tendency to obesity due to delayed menses. Patient have skin affections and have weeping tendencies








Monday, 10 April 2017

Can Alternative Medicines Help Neuropathy


Today's post from neuropathytreatment.co (see link below) puts alternative medicines in context for neuropathy sufferers. It's particularly applicable to neuropathy patients as they often find that conventional treatments just don't work, or don't work well enough. The temptation then is to look for alternatives but it is always wise to be wary of claims for this that and the other. Discuss it with a doctor first and then go online to do some research for that particular supplement in relation to neuropathy and in relation to any other drugs you may be taking. Many people find that the alternative medicines don't work either but equally, many people do find something that does help. Careful research and not spending too much of your hard-earned money will guide your way through the minefield. The ones mentioned below are by no means all the options available and both acupuncture and biofeedback are alternative therapies, not medicines. That said, the information about the history of alternative treatments is interesting.

Alternative Medicines to Help Neuropathy Treatment
JUNE 17, 2013 BY WESLEY MILNE


Vitamins and herbal supplements as alternative medicines are generally classified as nutritional supplements only. Because they are not categorized as medicines, they do not undergo a strict investigation. Although people may provide testimonies in the effectiveness of these supplements but clinically it does not have proven trials yet. However, many physicians today divert to alternative medicine due to available options in treating a disorder.

People will certainly deviate to alternative medications if the medical community provides no more cures to the illness. Nevertheless, evidences show that some therapies help in augmenting the daily activities of many patients. Western physicians recognize and refer alternative therapies as the last resort when they find that cure from traditional medicine is next to impossible. Be that as it may, some physicians still remain doubtful about it.

A Brief History of Alternative Medicines
In the olden days people rely on herbs that are planted in their backyards to treat illnesses. Nature has it. Various plants have diverse healing properties that can help relieve disorders. The experimentations done by herbalist benefited many people of different generations in helping to cure diseases. The herbal formulation years back have been enhanced in today’s modern medicine with the arrival of synthetic drugs.

The known medicines in the past are chemical compositions of botanicals. Aspirin was taken from the willow tree leaves and its bark. Codeine originates from poppy flower. Quinine is derived from cinchona tree and barbaloin comes from the aloe plant. Garlic is good for high blood pressure. Echinacea is awesome in treating respiratory problems and other infections.

Plants were not the only source of medicines in the early days. Even fruits have their own contributions to help people improve their lives. Guava for one has many medicinal uses the same with coconut. Flowers likewise possess healing properties like these fruits have. Some say that the colour of the plant leaves give a hint to the disorder it cures like the yellow dandelion which is known to treat jaundice.

What is Alternative Medicine?
Alternative medicine is any of the diverse types of health care practices, therapies or products which are not recognized by conventional medicine. It is a treatment that has not been proven clinically yet. However, there is a difference between alternative medicine and complementary medicine.

Complementary medicine is a technique of health care that mixes conventional medicine and therapies under alternative medicines like acupuncture, biofeedback or herbal medicine. It may include non-traditional medical practices but deals with approaches on traditional healing. Alternative medicine indicates the use of non-traditional methods only.

Integrative medicine denotes that conventional medicine is combined with complementary medicine and alternative therapies. These are drug-free treatments which back up the concept that the body has the ability to heal itself.

Alternative medicine has wide range of practices based on Chinese beliefs like acupuncture and usage of some herbal compositions. Some prefer Ayurvedic, a Hindu art of healing like yoga and changes in diet focusing in the link between the spirit, body and mind.

Other alternative medicines involve meditation, massage, chiropractic techniques and practice, also exercises like Tai Chi, aromatherapy and spiritual healing among others. Some patients would opt to other forms of alternative medicines like herbal supplements and vitamins without the guidance of a doctor.

Alternative Medicine for Peripheral Neuropathy
One of the most promising alternative medicines to ease the pain of peripheral neuropathy is acupuncture. It is found to be effective in managing peripheral neuropathy. Acupuncture use sterile needles that are inserted in the pressure points of the body and decrease the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. Several sessions may be required to notice the results of acupuncture. It realigns the energy of the body known as qi in Chinese. Yoga and Tai chi support this idea and promote relaxation. Although temporary it may divert the feeling of pain.

Herbal supplements are among the alternatives in treating the causes of peripheral neuropathy. When taken orally there is a big chance of diminishing the causes of neuropathic pain although topical creams with capsaicin, a component in chilli peppers helps in reducing the burning neuropathic pain attacks.

Biofeedback is a method which can be used in controlling the functions of the body like the heart rate. Biofeedback has electrical sensors which help in receiving information or feedback concerning the body. It monitors the physiological responses of the body to the symptoms of neuropathic pain. The device directs how the body must respond through beeping cues or flashing lights. The feedback associates the responses of the body with some physical functions. This helps in decreasing the responses using techniques like relaxation. Biofeedback can enhance the performance of the body when patterns of emotions, thoughts and behaviour change. Biofeedback is an effective way of treating not only the cause of neuropathic pain but also migraines or headaches.

http://neuropathytreatment.co/alternative-medicines-to-help-neuropathy-treatment/

Friday, 23 December 2016

HOMOEOPATHIC PREVENTIVE MEDICINES


Preventive Medicine is the specialty of medical practice that focuses on the health of individuals, communities, and defined populations. Its goal is to protect, promote, and maintain health and well-being and to prevent disease, disability, and death. Preventive medicine specialists have core competencies in biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental and occupational medicine, planning and evaluation of health services, management of health care organizations, research into causes of disease and injury in population groups, and the practice of prevention in clinical medicine. They apply knowledge and skills gained from the medical, social, economic, and behavioral sciences. Preventive medicine has three specialty areas with common core knowledge, skills, and competencies that emphasize different populations, environments, or practice settings: aerospace medicine, occupational medicine, and public health and general preventive medicine.
In this area Homoeopathy medicines can done wonders . Homoeopathic medicines are very effective for preventing for preventing many of the diseases. Some of the important preventive medicines are given below

CHICKEN POX- Give  Variolinum 200 one dose  in the first day and in the second day onwards Rhus toxicodendron 200 daily 3 times for one week
Or
Sarracenia purpurea 6 and Maladrinum 200 alternately  two times daily ( morning and night ) for one week

INFLUENZA –Give in the first day  Influenzinum 200 – eight doses at an interval of 10 minutes . In the second day give Arsenic album 200 two times daily  ( morning and night ) for one week

WEILS’S DISEASE OR RAT FEVER—Give Phosphorus 200  two times daily ( morning and night ) for one week

CHIKUNGUNYA – Polyporus  200- times daily ( morning and night ) for one week

DENGUE FEVER—Eupatorium Perfoliatum 200-  two times daily ( morning and night ) for one week

JAPANESE ENCEPHALITIS -- Give Belladonna 200 one dose at night, after one week give Calcarea carb 200 one dose at night and after two weeks give Tuberculinum 200 one dose at night.

CONJUNCTIVITIS—Belladonna 200- alternately  two times daily ( morning and night ) for one week

MUMPS—Give  Parotidinum  200 one dose  in the first day and in the second day onwards Pilocarpus  200 two times daily ( morning and night ) for one week

TETANUS –Ledum pal 200 and Hypericum 200 alternately every three hours for one week

TONSILITIS –Baryta carb. 1000 one dose every week for four weeks

TUBERCULOSIS— Give Tuberculinum 10M one dose in the first month , Tuberculinum 50 M one dose  in the second month, and Tuberculinum CM one dose in the third month.

TYPHOID—  Typhoidinum 1000- one dose every 10 minutes – maximum 4 doses.

WHOOPING COUGH-Pertrussin 1000 one dose every 10 minutes – maximum 4 doses

POLIO-- Give Lathyrus sativa 200- one dose in the first month , Lathyrus sativa 1000 one dose  in the second month, and Lathyrus sativa 10M - one dose in the third month.

DIPHTHERIA –Diphtherinum 1000, one dose daily for three days

CHOLERA –Cuprum metallicum 30--  two times daily ( morning and night ) for one week

JAUNDICE- Give in the first day  Merc sol  200 – eight doses at an interval of 10 minutes . In the second day give Kali mur 6x  four  times daily   for one week

MALARIA – Give Malaria officinalis 1000 four doses at an interval of 10 minutes.
Or
Natrum muriaticum 200 two times daily ( morning and night ) for one week

MEASLES – Give Pulsatilla nig. 200 --  two times daily ( morning and night ) for one week
Or
Give Morbillinum 1000 four doses at an interval of 10 minutes
Or
Give Malandrinum  1000 four doses at an interval of 10 minutes


MEASLES, MUMPS, CHICKEN POX- Give Pulsatilla nig. 1000 one dose

GERMAN MEASLES OR RUBELLA- Give Rubella  200 four doses at an interval of 10 minutes

DENTAL CARIES and GINGIVITIS –Calcarea renalis 30 two times daily ( morning and night ) for one week.

COMMON COLD–Ammonium carb. 30 three times daily for one week

GALL BLADER STONE – Chionanthus virginica 30 three times daily for one week.

GASTROENTERITIS –Give Arsenic alb. 200 ten doses at an interval of 10 minutes.

CATARACT- Give Calcarea flour. 12x- 4 tablets in morning, Calcarea phos 12x -4 tablets in the evening, Natrum mur 12x and Silicea 12x –each 4 tablets at night after food, Kali phos 12x – 4 tablets at bed time—for one week
Along with this use Cineraria maritime eye drops three times daily.

FILARIA – Give Capsicum 30 – 4 times daily, and Calcarea  flour. 30x -4 times daily for one week

WORM TROUBLES- Give Calcarea carb.1000 – one dose every month  for 3 months.

GOUT-Give  Fragaria vespa  6  -4 times daily for one week













Wednesday, 14 December 2016

HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINES FOR HODGKINS LYMPHOMA


Hodgkin's lymphoma — formerly known as Hodgkin's disease — is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of your immune system.
In Hodgkin's lymphoma, cells in the lymphatic system grow abnormally and may spread beyond the lymphatic system. As Hodgkin's lymphoma progresses, it compromises your body's ability to fight infection.
Hodgkin's lymphoma is one of two common types of cancers of the lymphatic system. The other type, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, is far more common.
Advances in diagnosis and treatment of Hodgkin's lymphoma have helped give people with this diagnosis the chance for a full recovery. The prognosis continues to improve for people with Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Causes- It's not clear what causes Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Doctors know that most Hodgkin's lymphoma occurs when an infection-fighting cell called a B cell develops a mutation in its DNA. The mutation tells the cells to divide rapidly and to continue living when a healthy cell would die. The mutation causes a large number of oversized, abnormal B cells to accumulate in the lymphatic system, where they crowd out healthy cells and cause the signs and symptoms of Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Various types of Hodgkin's lymphoma exist. The type is based on the types of cells involved in your disease and their behavior. Your type determines your treatment options.
Classical Hodgkin's lymphoma
Classical Hodgkin's lymphoma is the more common type of this disease. It can be broken down further into subtypes. People diagnosed with classical Hodgkin's lymphoma have large, abnormal cells called Reed-Sternberg cells in their lymph nodes.
Subtypes of classical Hodgkin's lymphoma include:Nodular sclerosis Hodgkin's lymphoma, Mixed cellularity Hodgkin's lymphoma, Lymphocyte-depleted Hodgkin's lymphoma, Lymphocyte-rich classical Hodgkin's lymphoma
Lymphocyte-predominant Hodgkin's lymphoma
This much rarer type of Hodgkin's lymphoma involves large, abnormal cells that are sometimes called popcorn cells because of their appearance. Treatment may be different from the classical type. People with this type of Hodgkin's lymphoma may have a better chance of a cure when the disease is diagnosed at an early stage.
Symptoms- Hodgkin's lymphoma signs and symptoms may include:Painless swelling of lymph nodes in your neck, armpits or groin, Persistent fatigue, Fever and chills,Night sweats,Unexplained weight loss — as much as 10 percent or more of your body weight,Loss of appetite,Itching,Increased sensitivity to the effects of alcohol or pain in your lymph nodes after drinking alcohol
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
ARSENICUM ALB 30- Gradual unexplained loss of weight and debility. It will maintain the system affected by the hodgkin’s disease and in most cases does not allowe the disease to progress. Restlessness , afternoon and midnight aggravation
ARSENIC IODIDE 3X- It covers symptoms like debility , watery diarrhea , recurrent fever, drenching night sweats , chilliness etc
CALCAREA CARB 30- Enlargement of lymphatic glands, especially the cervical glands
CEANOTHUS Q- Specific for enlargement of spleen in anemia
CHINA 30- Periodicity of fever and chill with enlargement of spleen. Change in bowel habits. Hot and dry skin
CORYDALIS  FORMOSA Q- In advanced cases of swollen lymphatic glands . There are dry scaly scabs on the face and there are symptoms of ill state of health as in case of old persons . Give 20 drops three times daily
ECINACEA Q- To ease pain in last stages of cancers. It has a positive action on the immune system and helps production and increase of healthy white cells
FERRUM PHOS 3X- Anemia  and general debility
HIPPOZAENINUM 30- Cancer of lymphatic system.Swollen nodules in armpits and arms
IODUM 3X- Cancer of lymphatic system with enlarged lymphatic glands. It arouses the defensive apparatus of the system to modify and clear leucocytes which are not normal. There is a very good appetite but inspite of it the patient gets thin and emaciated
LAPIS ALBUM 6- Enlargement and induration of glands of the neck, spleen etc. The hardness is not much but glands retain certain amounts elasticity
MERCURIUS SOL 2X- This remedy affects all the lymphatic system with all the membranes and glands, internal organs bones etc. It’s use produces good results provided the prescription is guided according to the symptoms of the remedy
NATRUM MUR 30-  When the complexion is pale, earthy. Skin greasy. Anemia and chilliness, cold feet and chills down the back
NATRUM SULPH 6X- Liver enlarged. The patient cannot bear tight clothing around waist. Early morning diarrhea. Great size of the stool.Swelling of axillary glands , suits severe cases

SCROPHULARIA MARYLANDICA Q- Cancer of the lymphatic system in advanced stages when there are lumps in the neck and axilla. In such cases , it is an excellent remedy.

Monday, 5 September 2016

HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINES FOR MOUTH DISEASES


In biological anatomy, commonly referred to as the mouth, under formal names such as the oral cavity, buccal cavity, or in Latin cavum oris is the opening through which many animals take in food and issue vocal sounds. It is also the cavity lying at the upper end of the alimentary canal , bounded on the outside by the lips and inside by the pharynx and containing in higher vertebrates the tongue and teeth This cavity is also known as the buccal cavity, from the Latin bucca ("cheek").
Your mouth is one of the most important parts of your body. Any problem that affects your mouth can make it hard to eat, drink or even smile.
Some common mouth problems include- cold sores-- painful sores on the lips and around the mouth, caused by a virus, canker sores- - painful sores in the mouth, caused by bacteria or viruses, Thrush –a yeast infection   that causes white patches in your mouth, Leukoplakia - white patches of excess cell growth on the cheeks, gums or tongue, common in smokers, dry mouth- - a lack of enough saliva, caused by some medicines and certain diseases, gubad breathm or tooth problems,
Treatment for mouth disorders varies, depending on the problem. Keeping a clean mouth by brushing and flossing often is important
HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINES
ACONITUM NAPELLUS 30- HELLEBORUS NIGER 30- STRAMONIUM 30- Chewing motion of the mouth
ANTIMONIUM CRUD 30, CONDURANGO 30, NATRUM MUR 30 PSORINUM 200, HEPAR SULPH 30, HYDRSTIS CAN 30--Blisters in the mouth or cracks near the corner of the mouth and lips as per indication of the remedy. Psorinum is indicated , if the cracks at the corners of the mouth are more chronic. In Natrum mur. The sores  on the lips and around the mouth are cold
ARSENICUM ALBUM 30- Mouth feels dry with burning ulcers inside, which are better by warm mouth washes
ARUM TRIPH. 30- Raw feeling at the roof of the mouth and palate. Corners of the mouth are sore and cracked
BAPTISIA TINC. 30- Ulcers of the mouth with foul smell. The patient is sleepy and debilitated. Useful for children. Merc. Is useful for adults in this conditions
BARYTA MUR . 30- Children go about with their mouth open,  looking stupid
BORAX 3X- White fungus like growth in the mouth. Mouth hot and tender. Blister ppainful on touch and eating. Painful gum boils
BRYONIA ALBA 30- Mucous membrane of the mouth are dry. Lips are parched and there is thirst for large quantities  of water at long intervals
CAUSTICUM 30- Bites the inside of cheeks while chewing
KALI CHLOR 30- Ulcers in the mouth and on the tongue. Saliva ropy
MERCURIUS SOL 30- Offensive odor from the mouth, fills the whole room. Sweetish metallic taste with with excessive saliva. Saliva dribbles from the mouth while speaking . Inflammation of the mouth and throat.
NATRUM SULPH 30-Small ulcers extremely sensitive , better by holding cold fluids in the mouth
NITRIC ACID 30- Ulcers in the mouth are accompanied  by sharp splinter like pains.Acrid and fetid salivation
OPIUM 30- Mouth remains open during sleep
RHEUM 30-Mouth covered covered with offensive mucus after sleeping
RHUS TOX 30- Jaws crack while chewing
TARENTULA CUB 30- GRAPHITES 30- Mouth cracked at corners