A Library of Articles about Homeopathy from Treatment Options http://www.homeopathiclaboratories.com/articles/feature.php When swimmers come across the itchy, annoying and painful symptoms of swimmer's ear, it can result in a trip to the doctor's office for a round of prescription antibiotics and painkillers. But what people don't know is that many of these doctor's visits don't have to be the first line of treatment! According to the Mayo Clinic (provide link address), self-care steps can be used to treat most cases of swimmer's ear without the use of prescriptions or costly visits to your local doctor's office - good news for those of us who are uninsured or have more important things to do than spend unnecessary time and money at the clinic. issue12 Tue, 13 May 2008 09:23:15 -0600 Dr. David Wember uses more than mere medicine in his practice, he uses intention. "Between the healer and the patient, it is the intention that counts," he says. Of course, sometimes the mind needs a little nudge, and homeopathy is his way of helping it along the desired path. "Homeopathy is only one way; it has to be health with a sense of love. If you have that communion with a patient, they are going to get better," says the 68year-old physician who has been practicing for over 30 years. issue11 Tue, 06 May 2008 13:23:15 -0600 We've just gotten through another flu season, that time of year when health concerns revolve around what "bug" is going around and whether you have gotten your flu shot. This year is different, however. We now wonder about scientific predictions regarding the future possibility of avian or bird flu. issue10 Tue, 06 May 2008 12:23:15 -0600 Dr. Bernardo Merizalde is like a modern day alchemist guiding his patients through the fire to burn the dross and find the gold within them. A skillful scientist, he has been careful not to burn himself in the process, although he has had his share of purification. issue9 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:23:15 -0600 Spring is almost here and so most definitely is the flu. Influenza cases continue to increase. As mentioned in the previous installment, the strain of influenza that is causing most of the infections this year, the Brisbane strain, was not included in the flu vaccine. Therefore, patients who chose to get the flu shot are getting sick this season. Click the title to read the full update. issue8 Wed, 13 Mar 2008 10:38:15 -0600 Flu is now widespread throughout the United States. The CDC reports that influenza is widespread now in all states with the exception of Florida. What is also being reported by the CDC is that this year's vaccine may be effective only 40% of the time. It seems that when the vaccine was formulated last spring, the strain that is currently causing most of the problem was left out of the vaccine. The so-called Brisbane or H3N2 strain was not included in the mix. issue7 Mon, 25 Feb 2008 14:22:15 -0600 The number of influenza cases continues to increase and Eupatorium is clearly the epidemicus remedy. It is important to recall that after the epidemicus remedy has been identified, one must keep in mind that the very next patient you see may not exhibit the symptoms you are expecting. You may be expecting high fever, body aches, and upper respiratory symptoms typical of influenza. updated6 Wed, 06 Feb 2008 13:45:15 -0600 As a topic in patient interviews, life's stresses and stress responses bring many important insights to the surface, yet the term itself leads to a quagmire of options when trying to repertorize the case for a homeopathic remedy. The term "stress" has become an umbrella for a collection of mental, emotional and even physical issues. While 'Stress' will not be found in the classic repertories, practically all its side effects will be. Selecting a few of these most pertinent to stressful lifestyles and emotional pressures provides sufficient fodder for endless discussions and useful lists of applicable remedies. stress Wed, 06 Feb 2008 09:10:15 -0600 Eric Udell is naturopathic academic. Quiet, studious, conscientious and deeply caring and effective at ensuring the survival of homeopathy. A quiet crusader.... This interview is not a flash dance, but a gentle unfolding of a man behind the homeopathic scenes. Udell Wed, 30 Jan 2008 09:00:15 -0600 Influenza is here. Cases have appeared in sufficient numbers to now recommend a curative remedy. That remedy is Eupatorium Perfoliatum. The symptoms are the classic flu symptoms: high fever, chills, fatigue and body aches. However, there are key symptoms that point to Eupatorium - the body aches are not only muscle pains but also bones pains. The legs, lower and upper back are especially affected. Click the title to read the full article. issue5 Sun, 26 Jan 2008 12:33:15 -0600 Seems like we are starting the New Year without very much influenza around. However, we do have a change in the epidemicus remedy. Many patients are coming down with a viral tracheitis. The trachea gets inflamed and results in a concussive, spasmodic, tickling cough. The cough doesn't produce much in the way of mucus and the little that is produced is pale yellow, gelatinous and difficult to raise. Patients are eating and drinking more but not because they have the sensation of hunger, rather eating and drinking anything seems to provide some temporary relief from the cough. Talking and deep inspiration increases the tickle and hence the cough. The cough may be accompanied by some epistaxis, however, the expectoration is not blood streaked or speckled. There may be a metallic or bitter taste in the mouth even when the cough is non-productive. On physical exam the throat appears normal and the lungs are clear. Short of performing laryngoscopy or tracehoscopy, there isn't much to see. Patients are usually afebrile and a bit tired. Some have had this cough for several weeks now. The epidemicus remedy for this cough is Phosphorus. issue4 Fri, 18 Jan 2008 11:33:15 -0600 The Kali Bichromicum upper respiratory infection that was mentioned earlier seems to still be the predominant epidemic health issue out there. Patients who find it difficult to rest during their illness are relapsing in greater numbers. Perhaps this is because of holiday partying and travel. Whatever the cause, the list of potential remedies useful for the relapse just acquired a new member; add Phosphorus to the list. issue3 Sun, 30 Dec 2007 11:25:15 -0600 We are not yet into flu season and the only major condition that's out there currently is the Kali Bichromicum upper respiratory infection. Cases of it continue to appear with little further variation. The key is that no matter how it starts in the individual patient - pharyngitis, laryngitis, bronchitis or even vertigo, somewhere along the course of treatment, Kali Bichromicum will be needed. issue2 Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:22:22 -0600 A review of homeopathic remedies for dry coughs, productive coughs and spasmodic coughs. Now that the flu season is upon us, it is not uncommon for practitioners to see patients with viral and respiratory infections of all kinds. Some are return visits where a prescribed antibiotic hasn't eliminated the problem. If only one pill could cure everyone; but everyone is different and every cough the doctor treats has a different story. coughs Mon, 10 Dec 2007 10:30:00 -0600 As we follow Dr. Pam Taylor through her global travels, marriages, and extraordinary coincidences, we see her being led into natural medicine to save herself and those around her. Her mission: "the alleviation of pain and suffering" has brought her to the roots of humanity and early forms of Pure Nature Cure. She has compiled the wisdom accumulated from the influence of her father, a holistic dentist as well as from her own experience and that of naturopathic pioneers in her new book: "Simple Ways of Healing" (due to be published in late November). From her studies in medical anthropology, aromatherapy, and work with clay as an accomplished potter - she has developed an ability to have exquisite rapport with her patients. They feel very safe with Dr. Taylor as their advocate, protector and guide. She uses simple effective ways to bring them back home... to themselves. In Alaska and Guatemala she has had wonderful success teaching others to help their own families; this was the genesis for her book. A handbook we should all have within easy reach.> 1194884899 Mon, 12 Nov 2007 10:49:22 -0600 by Dr. Trevor Holly Cates: Being a woman is full of wonderful advantages such as the ability to bring a new life into the world and nurture a child through breastfeeding. Along with the joys of growing up as a woman come the sometimes difficult symptoms and conditions associated with hormonal development - from PMS and menstrual cramps to morning sickness and then, later, hot flashes. Fortunately, homeopathy provides relief for many of women's common health concerns. Constitutional homeopathic remedies are an excellent approach, but acutely prescribed homeopathic remedies often provide relief and can be tried first. 1194445844 Wed, 7 Nov 2007 08:30:44 -0600 1192830283 Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:44:43 -0500
The human body is brilliant, truly brilliant. We as humans have survived as long as we have because of this wisdom of the body.
Sadly, however, there is a strong tendency to assume that symptoms are something wrong with the body that must be treated, inhibited, or suppressed. Although this type of thinking may make sense to some people, it doesn't make sense to those of us who have knowledge of or respect for the human body.]]> 1173798060 Tue, 13 Mar 2007 10:01:00 -0500 1163614438 Wed, 15 Nov 2006 12:13:58 -0600