ABOUT HOMEOPATHY

What is homeopathy?

Homoeopathy is a pro-immune science that was discovered way back in 1790 by a German physician called Dr Samuel Hahnemann. It is the system of medicine which triggers the body's natural system of healing. Homoeopathy is a branch of therapeutics that treats the patient on the principle of - 'SIMILIA SIMILIBUS CURENTUR' which simply means 'Let likes be cured by likes'.

Homeopathy has been widely used throughout the world for more than 200 years and has been practiced in the United States since the early 19th century. It is practiced by licensed physicians and other qualified prescribers in many regions of the world, including Europe, Asia, the U.K., and the U.S. Information on the use of several hundred remedies has been collected for nearly two centuries by homeopathic practitioners, through research studies known as "provings," as well as documented clinical cases and recent scientific trials.

 

Why use Homeopathy?

Homeopathy is the second most widely used system of medicine in the world. Its growth in popularity in the United States has been around 25 to 50 percent a year throughout the last decade. According to the 2007 National Health Interview Survey, an estimated 3.9 million U.S. adults and approximately 900,000 children use homeopathy.

This success is fueled by several factors:

  • Homeopathy is extremely effective. When the correct remedy is taken, results can be rapid, complete and permanent
  • Homeopathy is completely safe. Even babies and pregnant women can use Homeopathy without the danger of side effects. Homeopathic remedies can also be taken alongside other medication without producing unwanted side effects..
  • Homeopathy is natural. Homeopathic remedies are normally based on natural ingredients.
  • Homeopathy works in harmony with your immune system, unlike some conventional medicines which suppress the immune system. (For example, cough medicines suppress the cough reflex, which is your body's attempt to clear the lungs.)
  • Hormonal changes - due to pregnancy, birth control pills, menopause and/or illnesses
  • Homeopathic remedies are not addictive - once relief is felt, you can stop taking them.
  • Homeopathy is holistic. It treats all the symptoms as one, which in practical terms means that it addresses the cause, not the symptoms. This often means that symptoms tackled with Homeopathy do not recur.

What can homeopathy help?

Homeopathy treats the person rather than the named "disease" so potentially it can help patients with a wide range of conditions, both acute and chronic. Illnesses commonly seen by homeopaths in the clinic include recurrent infections (such as colds, tonsillitis, cystitis), skin conditions, menstrual and menopausal problems, chronic fatigue, migraine, and stress related symptoms such as anxiety and insomnia.

How does Homoeopathy act?

Homeopathy acts by stimulating the body's own healing mechanism. It activates the vital energy in our body. This energy is called chi in Chinese medicine, and prana in Sanskrit. Homeopathic medicines help by improving our body's immune response and guide the body back to a healthy state, naturally.

How is Homoeopathy different from Allopathy and Ayurveda?

  • While Homeopathy believes in curing the sick on the basis of the Law of Similars, Allopathy does not follow any particular law.
  • Allopathy believes in finding out the cause of the disease, Homeopathy believes in stimulating the 'vital human energy' to annihilate the disease in the body.
  • Allopathy associates diseases with particular parts of the body like tissues and organs. But, Homeopathy gives the treatment to a 'whole', not restricted to the local parts of the body. This 'constitutional treatment' adheres to treating the patient in entirety. After analyzing and evaluating a detailed history about the physical symptoms as well as the mental characteristics of a patient, the Homeopath deduces an 'individuality' of the patient on the basis of which he prescribes a constitutional remedy.

Can Homoeopathic medicines be taken in addition to Allopathic medicines?

Homeopathy can be safely used alongside conventional medicines and will not interfere with the action of medicines prescribed by your doctor. If a patient has resorted to Homeopathy in the middle of an Allopathic course, it is advisable not to discontinue abruptly. But otherwise, a Homeopath is likely to taper off the Allopathic medicines at the earliest.

Why does a Homeopath ask so many questions to a patient?

Homeopaths treat people based on genetic and personal health history, body type, and current physical, emotional, and mental symptoms. Patient visits tend to be lengthy. Treatments are "individualized" or tailored to each person-it is not uncommon for different people with the same condition to receive different treatments. In order to activate the patient's body, especially it's inherent healing energy; the Homeopath requires a very deep understanding of the behavioral pattern of the patient's body. Naturally, a Homeopath needs a detailed medical and psychological history of the patient.

Can Homoeopathic medicines be taken during pregnancy?

Definitely YES! Homeopathy acts wonderfully on pregnant women without giving any side effects. It is beneficial to the mother as well as the fetus.

What are the dos and don'ts during a Homepathic treatment?

Dos:-

  • Do give a detailed history to your Homeopath even though you might find certain questions very strange or embarrassing.
  • Keep a keen watch on all the changes of your body.

Don'ts:-

  • Do not take any food / drink at least 15 minutes prior and 15 minutes after taking your Homeopathic dose.
  • Do not dilute the medicines with water unless specified.
  • Do not self-medicate.

Is Homoeopathy a slow acting system of medicine?

Homeopathy is not at all a slow acting system of medicine. It acts wonderfully fast in all acute cases, especially when the disease is detected in the primary stages. It takes time to show results only during chronic conditions.

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