Homeopathy is one of the methods of alternative medicine. It can cure the patient of the disease in those cases when traditional methods of therapy are powerless.
What is homeopathy?
Homeopathy has been around for over 200 years. She has established herself as a safe and fairly cheap method of treatment. In 1991, the Ministry of Health of Russia officially recognized homeopathy. This is a special technique for the treatment of chronic and acute diseases. This method is based on the use of specially prepared products that contain very small doses of the original preparation of natural origin. Homeopathic treatment differs from conventional pill therapy in a strictly individual approach to each patient. The concept of the disease is associated with the suffering of the whole organism as a whole. Many are convinced that homeopathy is a treatment with herbs or natural substances in minimal doses. These opinions are true, but only partly.
History of homeopathy
In the second half of the 18th century, namely in 1776, a German doctor and scientist Hahnemann wrote an article about this method of treating diseases. This date is considered the year of birth of homeopathy. The article for the first time outlined the basic principles of unusual medicine, they were as follows:
- Similar is treated like. The doctor needs to prescribe to the patient such a medicine that can cause the symptoms of the disease in a healthy person. That is, according to the assumptions of the scientist Hahnemann, getting into the body, a homeopathic remedy causes a so-called medicinal disease, which subsequently displaces a natural ailment. But this can only happen if the ailment from the medicine is strong and palpable. The principle of similarity is the basis for getting rid of diseases in a way like homeopathy. The disease will not recede if it is not observed, and the whole process of therapy will be wasted.
- The use of drugs in small doses in a diluted state, but with constant dynamics. The idea of this principle is that the effect of drugs on the human body can increase and differ from the effects of the same medicine, only in large doses.
- The healing properties of drugs should be determined by testing them in healthy people. Hahnemann tested first on himself, then on members of his family. After a successful test on relatives, volunteers were involved in this case. People taking the medicine were of different ages and classes. Such drugs were used for a long time, and all the complaints and feelings of the experimenters were carefully recorded. After the end of the study, a detailed recommendation for use was made for each drug. All symptoms were entered in a special directory of homeopathic remedies called “Pharmacology”.
What does homeopathy treat?
Until now, many people experience some distrust of homeopathy and treat any disease in the traditional way. And in most cases, the patient gets an appointment with a specialist doctor only after unsuccessful attempts to improve his health, when the ailment is in a state of neglect, and the number of medications taken is very large. In these situations, homeopathy can help the patient. However, a person who has a good supply of internal strength has a better chance of recovery. Another condition is if the amount of medication taken is minimal. The effectiveness of such medicine has been proven empirically in chronic and functional disorders of the body. A treatment such as homeopathy is a quality aid in the treatment of the following diseases:
- Diseases of the nervous system.
- Vegetative-vascular dystonia.
- Paralysis.
- Insomnia.
- Headache.
Homeopathy has proven itself in the treatment of such ailments as stomach ulcers, heart and vascular diseases, pancreatitis, cystitis, gastritis, hemorrhoids and others. Such help with a good effect on bronchitis, asthma, tonsillitis and various respiratory diseases. The list of homeopathic effects is not limited to this. Alternative medicine treats inflammatory processes of both male and female genital organs, prostatitis, menstrual cycle disorders, and kidney diseases. Also, homeopathic treatment contributes to the healing of the skin and fights with various its ailments, such as eczema, psoriasis, urticaria, boils and warts, etc.
Despite an impressive number of diseases that homeopathy will help to cope with, there are a large number of ailments in the fight against which this method of therapy is practically powerless. These are tumors, appendicitis, pneumonia, multiple sclerosis, etc.
To date, there is no clear definition of such a method of treating diseases as homeopathy. This is a popular method of herbal treatment, which is called "herbal medicine", and a method of self-hypnosis, which is only a fraction of the truth and does not completely cover the essence of the concept.
Basic homeopathic remedies
Along with traditional medicine, homeopathy is also developing. In Moscow and other cities there are centers where highly qualified specialists offer their services. With the advent of new technologies, new therapeutic drugs and methods for diagnosing various diseases are being developed. There are a great many homeopathic medicines. A special reference is compiled to describe them, and it is simply impossible to consider all the medicines in one article. Therefore, we will consider only the main ones.
Homeopathic remedy "Bryonia"
One of the most common means, the effect of which on the human body is described by the German doctor Hahnemann, is the drug "Brionia". The raw material for this medicine is a white step (Bryonia alba). Granules, drops, ointments and oils - all this is the drug "Brionia". Homeopathy in the form of this remedy affects the mucous membranes of the human body. Due to these properties, the drug is prescribed for the following diseases:
- Dry pleurisy.
- Exudative pleurisy.
- At the initial stage of bronchial diseases.
- Asthma, which is accompanied by vomiting and pain in the side.
Also, for the treatment of gastritis and problems with the digestive tract, the drug Brionia is prescribed. Homeopathy in the form of this remedy is used for rheumatic diseases, especially muscle rheumatism, neuralgia, neuritis, etc. The medicine is used to treat mastitis, promotes the appearance of milk in nursing mothers, and eliminates inflammation of the mammary glands. With profuse sweating, which is accompanied by a febrile state, the drug "Bryonia homeopathic" will also help. This medicine will help to cope with headaches, cough, various types of hepatitis. In addition, the drug provides effective assistance in inflammatory processes of the gallbladder.
The drug "Sulfur" (homeopathy). Indications for use
Sulfur is a naturally occurring element that is part of the proteins of the human body. In medicine, it is used very widely, often for the preparation of various ointments and medications. But the main active effect of sulfur is in the fight against diseases of the skin. An effective acne remedy is the Sulfur preparation (homeopathy), the indications for use of which are in the instructions for each package. Sulfur is not necessarily used only in pure form. It is combined with various additives, from which the effect of treatment becomes only higher.
Maximum therapeutic assistance to a person will be provided when using a medicine such as Sulfur (homeopathy). Indications for use - treatment of moderate to severe acne with large areas of skin lesion. It also includes additional components that have a beneficial effect on the healing process of the skin. These are calcium, calendula, etc. The results of therapy will become noticeable no earlier than 10-14 days after application. On the 3-4th day of treatment, an exacerbation of the disease is possible, since sulfur causes a slight, but still irritation in the area of acne, thereby provoking even hidden inflammation of subcutaneous acne. The use of this drug with or without additives does not cause side effects, it has no contraindications. The use of a drug with the addition of iodine for skin treatment is well tolerated by the human body and leads to complete recovery.
A very effective tool in the treatment of weeping eczema of the lower extremities, boils, acne - the drug "Sulfur". Homeopathy (the use of this iodine medicine gives an antifungal and antimicrobial effect) improves metabolism in the human body, normalizes the thyroid gland. This tool with sulfur and calcium helps get rid of the following diseases:
- Laryngitis
- Tracheitis.
- Acute bronchitis, etc.
With the help of this medication, the inflammatory processes of the mucous membranes of the eyes are reduced and minimized. Also, the use of sulfur sulfurs promotes muscle relaxation, thereby preventing cramps and cramps.
The drug "Calcium"
Another common homeopathic remedy is Calcium Carbonicum. This inorganic compound is the main component of limestone, chalk, marble. Calcium carbonate is found in the eggshell in oyster shells. Why is Calcium so popular? Homeopathy often uses it in the treatment of many diseases, what is its strength?
This drug is suitable for obese people who are overweight. They are often characterized by lethargy and passivity, their hands and feet often freeze. Many have an unhealthy craving for clay or chalk. The drug "Calcium" must be used for such diseases:
- Inflammatory processes in the respiratory tract, runny nose.
- Diseases of bones and joints.
- Cholelithiasis.
- Diathesis in childhood.
- Conjunctivitis, increased lacrimation.
- Sweating
Homeopathy is a help for patients with muscle pain, irritability, and frequent colds. Thanks to the Calcium medicine, the complex treatment of uterine fibroids, thyroid gland nodes, etc., is more effective. This drug must be taken in cases when the body's need for calcium increases, namely during pregnancy and breastfeeding, in adolescence, etc.
The drug "Nitricum"
As you know, the use of salt in large quantities contributes to the occurrence of headaches, migraines, nausea, dry eyes. Cracking in the ears during meals, breathing problems, and ulcers in the mouth may also occur. Symptoms such as heaviness in the legs and back, skin rashes can supplement the overall picture. Often patients have herpes, abscesses, warts.
Anemia is the main problem in which it is necessary to take the drug "Nitricum". Homeopathy in the form of this medicine also relieves headaches in the postmenstrual period, helps with chronic kidney diseases and digestive problems. Also, this drug is good for diabetes, uterine pain and various skin ailments.
Who is Nitricum intended for? These are thin, constantly freezing people. Mostly women with a fair face, a thin neck and weak muscles, who constantly complain of fatigue. Their skin seems oily and not very clean, often it is covered with blackheads. A distinctive feature of such people is a puffy upper lip with a groove in the middle.
Homeopathy for children
Children often get sick. This is due to the fact that the child’s body is not yet strong enough, and immunity is in the process of formation. Especially in the winter, colds become worse in children , tonsils become inflamed - small glands that protect the respiratory tract from the development of more serious illnesses. In these cases, homeopathy will come to the rescue. Adenoids, or rather, their inflammation often accompanies a disease such as tonsillitis. This is very dangerous and can lead to hearing problems. Many inflammatory processes are perfectly treated with homeopathic remedies, antibiotics in this case are not always required. If the child was often prescribed serious drugs for the treatment of viral and bacterial tonsillitis, then it will not be possible to immediately stop the development of infection with the help of homeopathic remedies. If you continue treatment with homeopathy in children, the frequency and intensity of colds will be significantly reduced. After all, all these medicines increase their own resistance to diseases of the child’s body, which means that their immunity increases. Self-medication in any case is not welcome, consultation with a specialist physician is necessary.
But only homeopathy cannot always help. The throat can be affected by bacteria, while the glands swell, and all the ailments are accompanied by fever, fever. In this case, taking antibiotics is simply necessary.
In addition to various colds, homeopathic remedies provide the necessary assistance to the children's body with:
- Burns, injuries, bruises. The doctor prescribes such drugs that contribute to the speedy healing process.
- The treatment of neurosis and fear.
- Therapy of complications from vaccinations, etc.
Reviews on the treatment of homeopathy
“How many people, so many opinions,” is a familiar phrase. This also applies to a process such as homeopathy treatment. Reviews about him are equally positive and not very good. After all, the success of any treatment depends on the degree of the disease: it is in the initial stage or is already running. Homeopathy treatment is far from a quick way of healing, as many people think, but a rather long process, and it can drag on for many years.
In order to protect yourself from diseases of various nature, it is advisable to lead a healthy lifestyle, monitor a balanced diet, exercise physical activity, get enough sleep, and avoid stress. Doctors advise to spend time actively and enjoy life. Perhaps then it will not be necessary to seek help from homeopathy.