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Ernst, Edzard. "The heresy of homoeopathy." British Homeopathic Journal 87, no. 01 (January 1998): 28–32. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(98)80007-0.
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AbstractCriticism of homoeopathy started in Germany as soon as this new form of medicine became widely known-and has not stopped since. Early criticism came from non-homoeopaths and centred around the theme that homoeopathy's basic assumptions were not supported by demonstrable facts. Simultaneously, criticism from within homoeopathy attacked some of the rigid, dogmatic rules set out by Hahnemann. Today's opponents of homoeopathy argue predominantly that the efficacy of homoeopathic remedies beyond that of placebo has not been established. Polemic and emotive as this historical debate has been, much of it makes sense to the outside observer. Homoeopaths, it seems, would be well advised to take the reasoned elements of this criticism seriously. They might even attempt to turn seemingly unfair attacks into constructively working towards determining the truth.
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Sonny, Ranjit. "Richard Hughes’s homoeopathic philosophy: A short review." Journal of Integrated Standardized Homoeopathy 3 (December 24, 2020): 70–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.25259/jish_30_2020.
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Background: After Dr. Christian Friedrich Samuel Hahnemann, several stalwarts appeared on the horizon of Homoeopathy, one of these was Dr. Richard Hughes who practiced in the 19th century and stood out because of his philosophical approach. He was a staunch supporter as well as a critic of Hahnemann. He incorporated the latest scientific developments of the time in his practice, making his philosophy unique and progressive. We believe his philosophy will inspire the present generation of homoeopaths to explore homoeopath in the light of cutting-edge scientific inventions. Methods: A search of literature, including writings, lectures, and articles written by Dr. Hughes, was done Web pages, Google Search, etc., were explored related to him between April 2020 and July 2020 based on the search results an idea about Hughes’s homoeopathic concept and philosophy was constructed which has been highlighted below. Results: Dr. Hughes strongly endorsed Hahnemann’s Similia principle, but rarely used other theories such as Theory of Miasm, Theory of Vital force, and Doctrine of drug dynamization. According to him, similarity should be established between the drug pathogenesy and disease pathogenesis. He advocated low potency prescription, pragmatic, antimystical Homoeopathy and followed the 4th edition of Organon of Medicine. More stress on pathology, opposition to clinical symptoms, and drug proving on animals were the main features of his philosophy. He aimed for the middle path between Homoeopathy and orthodox. He was respected in the homoeopathic and allopathic fraternities and was known as the 3Xer or Half Homoeopath. Conclusion: The understanding and teachings of Dr Hughes regarding Homoeopathy are pragmatic, transparent, and simple. He endorsed and practiced only symptom similarity between patient and medicine. He criticized the baseless explanations of homoeopathic theories and interpreted phenomena in the light of scientific development and inventions.
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Brierley-Jones, Lyn. "Talking therapy: The allopathic nihilation of homoeopathy through conceptual translation and a new medical language." History of the Human Sciences 34, no. 3-4 (March 15, 2021): 121–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0952695120967872.
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The 19th century saw the development of an eclectic medical marketplace in both the United Kingdom and the United States, with mesmerists, herbalists and hydrotherapists amongst the plethora of medical ‘sectarians’ offering mainstream (or ‘allopathic’) medicine stiff competition. Foremost amongst these competitors were homoeopaths, a group of practitioners who followed Samuel Hahnemann (1982[1810]) in prescribing highly dilute doses of single-drug substances at infrequent intervals according to the ‘law of similars’ (like cures like). The theoretical sophistication of homoeopathy, compared to other medical sectarian systems, alongside its institutional growth after the mid-19th-century cholera epidemics, led to homoeopathy presenting a challenge to allopathy that the latter could not ignore. Whilst the subsequent decline of homoeopathy at the beginning of the 20th century was the result of multiple factors, including developments within medical education, the Progressive movement, and wider socio-economic changes, this article focuses on allopathy’s response to homoeopathy’s conceptual challenge. Using the theoretical framework of Berger and Luckmann (1991[1966]) and taking a Tory historiographical approach (Fuller, 2002) to recover more fully 19th-century homoeopathic knowledge, this article demonstrates how increasingly sophisticated ‘nihilative’ strategies were ultimately successful in neutralising homoeopathy and that homoeopaths were defeated by allopaths (rather than disproven) at the conceptual level. In this process, the therapeutic use of ‘nosodes’ (live disease products) and the language of bacteriology were pivotal. For their part, homoeopaths failed to mount a counter-attack against allopaths with an explanatory framework available to them.
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Fisher, P., and R. Van Haselen. "Describing and improving homoeopathy." British Homeopathic Journal 83, no. 03 (July 1994): 135–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(05)80859-2.
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AbstractLarge scale data collection combined with modern information technology is a powerful tool to evaluate the efficacy and safety of homoeopathy. It also has great potential to improve homoeopathic practice. Data collection has not been widely used in homoeopathy. This appears to be due to the clumsiness sof the methodology and the perception that it is of little value to daily practice. 3 protocols addressing different aspects of this issue are presented.- A proposal to establish common basic data collection methodology for homoeopaths throughout Europe.- A systematic survey of the results of homoeopathic treatment of patients with rheumatoid arthritis using quality of life and objective assessments.- Verification of a set of homoeopathic prescribing features for Rhus toxicodendron.These proposals are designed to be ‘user-friendly’ and to provide practical information relevant to daily homoeopathic practice.
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Kamath, Swapna. "Challenges faced in homoeopathic treatment in autism – A case series." Journal of Integrated Standardized Homoeopathy 4 (April 27, 2021): 29–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.25259/jish_49_2020.
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Objectives: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is one of the most puzzling and complex of the neurodevelopmental disorders, especially regarding its diagnosis and management. The objective of this study was to achieve an in-depth understanding of the various challenges faced by a homoeopath and how homoeopathy is to be used conjointly with other ancillary measures in managing ASD. The case series highlights these and presents an integrated understanding of various concepts required by a homoeopath in effectively managing children with ASD. Materials and Methods: Detailed histories of the two cases were taken from the caregivers. Both patients were also observed in their day-to-day functioning, at school and during therapies. This further contributed to the early detection and diagnosis, planning appropriate management strategies, assessing the action of the selected remedy and deriving inferences. Homoeopathic treatment was used along with the required ancillary measures. Results: The challenges in managing the cases were mainly with respect to formulating a diagnosis, understanding the importance of disease evolution, differentiating between the common and the characteristic symptoms of the disease, application of homoeopathic principles and arriving at a similimum. On reflection, it showed the value of using the bio-psychosocial model to highlight the relationships among the different forces, determine the evolution in individual cases and emphasise the need for holistic intervention. The importance of a sound knowledge of the principles of homoeopathy and their correct application to arrive at a similimum was also learnt through reviewing the results of intervention. Further, the results showed that homoeopathy along with ancillary measures helped to bring about a significant change in functioning on all fronts and a better adaptation of the children to their environments. Conclusion: Homoeopathic intervention in children with autism holds a promise. Integration with ancillary measures enhances the outcome. Homoeopaths would need to train themselves in applying the bio-psychosocial model and integrating it with homoeopathic principles to ensure a favourable outcome. The findings of this study can provide important leads for professionals involved in the care of children with ASD and the affected families.
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Roy, Ravi. "The Emergence of Classical Homoeopathy as Opposed to the Later Hahnemannian Approach." Homœopathic Links 30, no. 03 (September 2017): 197–201. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0037-1604431.
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AbstractCuriously, classical homoeopathy has departed from the unalloyed homoeopathy which Hahnemann developed. The actual discrepancies between Hahnemann's homoeopathy and classical homoeopathy are astounding. The distinction began with the theory of chronic diseases, the miasms, that Hahnemann put forward in 1828. This led to the ignoring of the rules and principles he laid down in his work, The Chronic Diseases. Since then, classical homoeopaths have disregarded the later works of Hahnemann and have adhered to the earlier editions of The Organon. Hering's practice does not confirm to the principles and rules laid down by Hahnemann in The Chronic Diseases, even though Hering praises the genius of Hahnemann's theory of the miasms. He also propagated classical homoeopathy in America; therefore, the last and very fruitful 15 years of Hahnemann's research remains widely unaccounted for in the English literature. The cleft in Germany between classical and Hahnemannian homoeopathy started in the 1830s and the magazine Die Allgemeine Homöopathische Zeitung became the journal for classical homoeopathy. These classical homoeopaths laid down the fundamentals of the homoeopathy they adhered to, and Hahnemann's homoeopathy went into the shadows; it was practised by a very few. Now it is time to revive Hahnemann's homoeopathy and remind people of his extraordinary insights and of their effectiveness.
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Singh, Priya. "Pharmacovigilance in Homoeopathy—Need of the Hour: A Narrative Review." Homœopathic Links 35, no. 01 (March 2022): 031–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0041-1740934.
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Abstract Background Homoeopathy is the newest art and science of healing. Like conventional medicine, pharmacovigilance is an important aspect of homoeopathy. There is a paucity of knowledge and ignorance among the practitioners. The necessity is to create awareness and encourage the homoeopathic professionals regarding drug safety surveillance, documentation and reporting of adverse events. Methods A web-based online search from databases, journals, bibliographic resources regarding the practice of pharmacovigilance in homoeopathy was done. Articles and publications till January 2021 along with literature from homoeopathic books were analysed. Results Data on adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and events in homoeopathy have been collected and reported in European countries. In India, of late these terminologies are being acknowledged among a group of homoeopathic practitioners only. Still, a dearth of cognizance on the subject exists and little reporting is done. People usually do not relate such adverse reactions to the use of homoeopathic medicines. For scrutinising the same, the Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India, has taken an initiative for Pharmacovigilance of Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani & Homoeopathy systems of medicine for reporting and taking measures against ADR and objectionable advertisements. The probable risk factors and ways to prevent ADR and benefits of pharmacovigilance in homoeopathic practice could be deduced. Conclusion Homoeopathy is a widely followed system of medicine that is quite popular among the common people. The need of knowledge and promotion of suspected ADR reporting should be emphasised to increase the credibility of homoeopathy among the scientific community. Also, the profession should refrain from misleading and objectionable advertisements in print and electronic media.
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Poitevin, Bernard. "Review of experimental studies in allergy: 1) Clinical studies." British Homeopathic Journal 87, no. 02 (April 1998): 89–99. http://dx.doi.org/10.1054/homp.1999.0222.
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AbstractThe incidence of allergic conditions is increasing. The treatment of allergic conditions by homoeopathy is one of the most extensively investigated aspects of clinical homoeopathy. The author reviews the use of isotherapy and other homoeopathic therapeutic strategies in homoeopathy. Open studies of homoeopathic treatment of allergic conjunctivitis, rhinitis, asthma and sensitivity to Cotrimoxazole are discussed. Controlled clinical trials of Galphimia glanca in hayfever and specific isotherapy in hayfever and asthma are discussed and criticised.
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Martins, C. C., L. M. R. Cepeda, and A. Mesquita. "Homeoindex." British Homeopathic Journal 83, no. 04 (October 1994): 209–15. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(05)80794-x.
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AbstractHOMEOINDEX is a bibliographic database in which everything published in the field of homoeopathy is progressively filed. The methods adopted are those used by major international medical databases (MEDLINE, LILACS), allowing data exchange.HOMEOINDEX radically changes the situation for dissemination, study, preservation and research of homoeopathic works. It takes homoeopathy out of an archaic phase when work was inaccessible and fragmented and into the modern era.The development of this work included some unique achievements:—Introduction of homoeopathy as recognized literature in international institutions—Adoption of homoeopathic terms (key-words) in official latin-American medical catalogues—Creation of a Latin American reference centre, for cataloguing and disseminating homoeopathic literature—The introduction of homoeopathic papers to international medical databases.
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Qadir, Muhammad Imran, Filza Hussain, Muahammad Hanif, and Muqeet Wahid. "Awareness about Homoeopathy among University students." Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Research 1, no. 1 (January 1, 2015): 38. http://dx.doi.org/10.22200/pjpr.2015138-40.
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Homoeopathy is an alternative medical treatment developed in Germany by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann. He proposed two theories about homoeopathy: “Like cures Like” and the “Law of Minimum Dose”. The objective for this study was to evaluate the level of awareness about homoeopathic medical treatment among university students. A Questionnaire was developed containing five basic questions related to homeopathic medical sciences. 500 students from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan were selected for this study. The only 5% university students used homoeopathic medicines in their live. From our research, it was concluded that awareness about homoeopathy among students is not up to the mark. While, homoeopathy awareness may make the world a healthier, and happier place.
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Wolff, Eberhard. "Sectarian identity and the aim of integration." British Homeopathic Journal 85, no. 02 (April 1996): 95–114. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(96)80213-4.
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AbstractBasic information on the history of vaccination and anti-vaccinationism in the US and Germany is followed by discussion of the various opportunities for homeopaths to assess vaccination and the different assessments made in the early history of homoeopathy. Attitudes to vaccination are explored in American homoeopathic publications (books, selected journals, family medical guides). American homoeopathy is shown to have tended toward integration with conventional medicine rather than criticism of and opposition to it. Late 19th century American homoeopathy is shown to have been influenced by non-homoeopathic ideas. It did, however, have some characteristic ways of focusing on diseases, especially chronic diseases and their treatment in a specifically homoeopathic way, with homoeopathic physicians thinking in terms of ‘constitution’ and showing therapeutic optimism.
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Leary, Bernard. "A century of homoeopathic paediatrics." British Homeopathic Journal 84, no. 04 (October 1995): 238–42. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(95)80084-0.
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AbstractAmong homoeopaths the idea of specialist provision for children followed the general trend. It was encouraged by the high morbidity and mortality among children due to poverty. The prevalence of tuberculosis, syphilis and the infectious fevers, together with the ignorance about hygiene of mothers of young children, were all factors of concern. Homoeopathic physicians and their supporters wished to give poor children the benefits of their system, which they believed could deal more efficaciously with the risks to their health. Homoeopathic specialist units gradually disappeared, partly due to the NHS and partly because the factors which stimulated their inception no longer applied. Homoeopathy itself became the speciality.
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Chatwin, John. "Damning with faint praise: How homoeopaths talk about conventional medicine with their patients." Communication and Medicine 9, no. 3 (September 17, 2013): 191–201. http://dx.doi.org/10.1558/cam.v9i3.191.
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Homoeopathy is one of the most widely used forms of complementary medicine in the West. However, its methods and philosophical underpinnings are basically polarized in relation to those of conventional medicine. Many homoeopathic patients choose to continue using conventional medicine while they receive homoeopathy, but from a homoeopathic perspective, these treatments are often regarded as undesirable or even damaging. This article will utilize the principles of conversation analysis (CA) to explore points in homoeopathic consultations where practitioners address their patients’ use of conventional medications. It will be suggested that approaches which display a degree of incorporation are preferred to those which imply categorical rejection. By not emphasizing the underlying tensions between conventional and homoeopathic paradigms, and displaying an adaptive and inclusive approach, homoeopathy essentially sets itself up as a parallel (i.e. equal) system, rather than one that is purely in opposition to the dominant medical model.
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Ernst, E. "August Bier and German homoeopathy in the early 20th century." British Homeopathic Journal 85, no. 01 (January 1996): 49–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(96)80053-6.
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AbstractAt the end of the last century, debate on the pros and cons of homoeopathy was lively in Germany. By 1920 it had died down almost entirely and homoeopathy seemed to have gone into a decline. In 1925 the prominent surgeon August Bier published a paper which immediately revived the discussion and helped homoeopathy become a prevalent form of treatment again in Germany. His paper and the at times emotional exchanges that followed were directly responsible for a change of climate in the discussion between homoeopaths and representatives of the conventional school, a number of clinical investigations into the question of clinical efficacy and the creation of a university chair of homoeopathy in 1929. Reading this story one can hardly help being impressed and amused by similarities between then and now.
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Adler, U. C., E. Ambrosio, I. M. Anelli, E. Cappello, E. C. Guimarães, and A. De Toledo Cesar. "A strict definition of homoeopathy according to Hahnemann." British Homeopathic Journal 85, no. 02 (April 1996): 79–82. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(96)80181-5.
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AbstractA review of classical and contemporary textbooks showed that although the term homoeopathy is widely known and used, it remains ambiguous and vague. In an attempt towards clarification we present a review of Hahnemann's definition of the term and conclude that it refers to the outcome of interaction between two different vital affections which, however, have very similar effects on living organisms. We found that Hahnemann used examples to demonstrate the homoeopathic phenomena and postulated that homoeopathy could exist without experimental provings in healthy individuals, infinitesimal doses, dynamization and single medicines, all of which are fundamental elements in his methodology. We also discuss the benefits of using one strict conceptual definition of homoeopathy. This can contribute to recognition of the homoeopathic phenomenon in nature and in medical practice.
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Dandoti, Mehvish Haris, and Anand Ramchandra Kapse. "The scope of homoeopathy in improving the quality of life in patients with end-stage renal disease: A case series." Journal of Integrated Standardized Homoeopathy 4 (April 27, 2021): 4–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.25259/jish_24_2020.
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Objectives: Lifestyle disorders such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension and cardiovascular diseases eventually affect the kidneys, often causing renal failure. The current gold standard methods for managing renal failure are renal replacement therapy and haemodialysis. Unfortunately, dialysis deteriorates the patient’s quality of life (QOL). Homoeopaths rarely treat cases with such advanced irreversible pathology; the scope of homoeopathy in such cases is, therefore, unclear. We observed the effect of homoeopathy as an adjuvant on the QOL in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). The QOL was assessed using the Marathi version of the Kidney Disease QOL Short Form 1.3 (KDQOL SF version 1.3). Materials and Methods: Three Indian patients with ESRD (two men and one woman, individualized ages 38, 50 and 54 years) consented to have their data published. The cases were managed with constitutional homoeopathic remedies in the 50 millesimal (LM) potency as an adjuvant to their current allopathic medications and were observed for 6 months. They were assessed with the Marathi version of the KDQOL SF 1.3 before and after homoeopathic management along with regular haemodialysis. Results: The patients showed significant improvements in the QOL, especially in the areas of sleep, pain, symptoms and problems, cognitive functioning, emotional well-being and social functioning, as assessed based on the increase in scores in their respective domains. Conclusion: The results of the observations are promising and in concurrence with homoeopathic philosophy; the benefits of constitutional medicines were seen. All three patients showed an improvement in their QOL. However, studies with larger sample size and randomised controlled trial study design are suggested. Homoeopathic constitutional treatment has a significant impact on the QOL in patients with ESRD.
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Tamboli, Prashant P. "How to write a scientific article – Part VI – writing case report." Journal of Integrated Standardized Homoeopathy 3 (May 16, 2020): 8–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.25259/jish_8_2020.
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Scientific publications are possible only after completing proper documented research work. Research is one of the important methods for ensuring that the homoeopathic discipline keeps growing. A case report is one type of research design; it can be conducted with minimal resources. Case reports are, therefore, valuable despite being at the bottom of the ladder in terms of scientific evidence. It allows a physician to share their unique clinical experience/s in a peer group. Experiences of using homoeopathic concepts in different clinical situations and widening the scope of homoeopathy can be shared through this method. Case reports provide an opportunity to train young physicians to learn observation skills and use the scientific method to convey valuable clinical experience/s. The CARE guidelines are the gold standard guidelines for writing a case report. A group of homoeopaths have recommended further modifications to these guidelines for writing homoeopathic case reports; these specific guidelines are termed the HOM-CASE guidelines.
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MAHATA, CHITTA RANJAN. "QUANTUM ELECTRO-DYNAMICS HELPS HOMOEOPATHY ACHIEVE ITS SCIENTIFIC BASIS (PAVING THE WAY FOR A GENERALIZED CONCEPT OF MEDICINE)." International Journal of High Dilution Research - ISSN 1982-6206 16, no. 2 (August 18, 2021): 05–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.51910/ijhdr.v16i2.875.
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Background: Since its discovery by Samuel Hahnemann over two centuries ago homoeopathy has gifted us many incredible cures, apart from many more cures of simple diseases. Moreover, it offers cheapest medicines. Still, it lacks wide acceptability. Its main reason is lack of scientific explanation, particularly for higher potencies -- Where is their medicinal value and how do they work? In trying to throw some light on such mysteries of homoeopathy this article arrives at a new and unifying concept of medicine.
Method: Taking an earnest view of innumerable cures by homoeopathy many scientists from different fields are searching answers for the fundamental questions stated above. This article analyses logically sound and promising investigations.
Results and Discussion: Indication is obtained that water structure holds the key to unlock the mystery of homoeopathy. Action mechanism of some main-stream medicines also supports the structural model. Together they lead to a generalized concept of medicine.
Conclusion: The above analysis points to the conclusion that medicinal value of both homoeopathic and non-homoeopathic medicines lies in structures.
Key words: generalized concept of medicine, structure holds the key.
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Niturkar, Yogesh Dhondiraj. "Incorporating Hahnemannian principles in the practice of tele-homoeopathy: Current scenario and future possibilities." Journal of Integrated Standardized Homoeopathy 4 (April 27, 2021): 20–28. http://dx.doi.org/10.25259/jish_33_2020.
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Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic prevented people from accessing medical care in person; in such a scenario, telemedicine emerged as a boon. Telemedicine helped to increase the availability of homoeopathy during the pandemic. The Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) formulated guidelines to enable registered homoeopathic practitioners (RHPs) to safely provide healthcare using telemedicine. In this study, we demonstrated the scope of telemedicine in homoeopathic practice by incorporating Hahnemannian principles in a case-based learning (CBL) module. Materials and Methods: A retrospective purposive study was conducted on 10 acute cases that were treated with homoeopathy through telemedicine during the COVID-19 lockdown. Patient-physician communications were analysed using Hahnemannian principles. Cases were assessed based on telecommunication application, type of consent, symptoms, signs, nosological provisional diagnosis, risk assessment, comorbidity, miasm and susceptibility status, totality of symptoms, repetition strategy and type of consult. Therapeutic management included building a logical framework of the case and auxiliary counselling. Patients were followed up to determine their health status. Results: All 10 cases were successfully treated with homoeopathy using AYUSH Telemedicine Practice Guidelines (ATPG) and incorporating Hahnemannian principles. Tele-homoeopathy was found to be effective in the pandemic by preventing disease spread and progression from mild to severe stage. Conclusion: Adhering to the ATPG and incorporating Hahnemannian principles can be effectively demonstrated through CBL modules; these enable RHPs to develop rational thinking and learn from clinical experiences.
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Chimthanawala, Abdequaem. "COVID-19: cases cured with Homoeopathy." International Journal of High Dilution Research - ISSN 1982-6206 20, no. 1 (March 28, 2021): 02. http://dx.doi.org/10.51910/ijhdr.v20i1.1077.
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Background: Homoeopathy is a medical science that should be practiced with evidence. As a practitioner, I was keen to show how Homoeopathy can give relief in this pandemic where conventional therapy was also struggling to offer treatment. Homoeopathic remedies given in Covid-19 cases in my OPD were prescribed to patients 1. who took only Homoeopathy, 2. who took Allopathy but got no relief and 3. hospitalized yet got relief with Homoeopathy. Few cases which did not get symptomatic relief were advised to stop treatment. Aims: To see the efficacy of Homoeopathy in treating covid 19 patients – with mild, moderate, and severe symptoms. Methodology: Data collected after permission from the patients to share case studies for Homoeopathy treatment of Covid-19 were obtained from GraceHealing Homeopathy clinic in Nagpur were categorized as mild to moderate and moderate to severe as per AYUSH guidelines; similimum with matching potency prescribed after detailed case inquiry, and regular Follow-ups were done until patients felt relief. Hypothesis: To see the action of Homoeopathy similimum - as a palliative, curative, and no action in treating covid-19 cases. Results: Homoeopathy has shown definite results in mild to moderate and moderate to severe cases up to 80% relief in mild to moderate 60% in moderate to severe. Mild to moderate cases where only Homoeopathy was given: China-ars, Ferrum-p, and Gelsemium were satisfactory. Baptisia and Carb-v adjuvant to Allopathy was also satisfactory. In hospitalized severe case gave relief, where Allopathy did not help. If Homoeopathy was given in such cases, it acts in increasing the immunity to make healing faster: Kali carb and Nux vomica satisfactory. Conclusion: With detailed case inquiry, symptomatic treatment with simillimum in correct potency can give Covid 19 patients relief.
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Gupta, Girish, Naveen Gupta, Dileep Kumar Pandey, and Gaurang Gupta. "Psoriasis: Best Case Series." Homœopathic Links 32, no. 02 (June 2019): 064–76. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0039-1693403.
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Abstract Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious, autoimmune disease. A case series of five patients successfully treated by homoeopathy is presented herewith to acquaint the homoeopathic professionals about the effectiveness of single individualised constitutional homoeopathic medicine in the treatment of psoriasis.
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Gupta, Juhi, and Sanjay Gupta. "COVID-19, Homoeopathic Immunomodulation and the Road Ahead: Perspective." Homœopathic Links 33, no. 03 (September 2020): 228–32. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0040-1715908.
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Abstract Background The global flare of a pneumonia-like disease in 2019, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), has transformed into a malignant outbreak globally, with 73 lakh cases and 4 lakh deaths at the time of writing. Experimentation is pouring in from all quarters including homoeopathy. The disease speaks of the irreparable impacts of medications, rendering the body non-responsive to infections and afflictions. This review highlights the versatile approach of Classical Homoeopathic Immunomodulation along with recognition of the road ahead. Objectives The aim of this study is to establish the immortal scientificity of homoeopathic principles by relating/explaining them in every classical and contemporary context. The principles of homoeopathy are to be revisited within the current context and more catered approaches for expansion of the Materia Medica with its application are the immediate requirements. This is possible primarily with Dr Hahnemann's versatile approach and principles, which stand the test of time, and secondarily due to the fact that chemotherapeutic dependence has permanently created negative imprints on human ability to fight diseases/external infections. Methods A literature review of the existing knowledge of homoeopathy and its classical literature was done using books, databases like ResearchGate, PubMed and archives from the World Wide Web. Homoeopathic approaches and applications were reviewed, for a more catered design. Modern medical terminology and its relevance were also explored, with homoeopathic explanations. Causes of virulence of COVID-19 and their probable relations to comorbidities and drug dependence are catered upon. Results Effectiveness of homoeopathy in management and prevention of epidemic outbreaks is well known. Literature and research have established immunomodulatory effects in vitro and in vivo. Application of this natural healing system to combat the after-effects of continued chemical interventions in large doses is sought. Conclusion Homoeopathy is a natural system of healing the ailing humans from diseases and an unquestioned method of detoxifying/antidoting the chemotherapeutic effects that render the human body susceptible to vague/novel diseases. Today, the challenge lies not only in diagnosis, but also in management of complexities in presentations of novel diseases and in restricting the transformation of simple infections into deadly outbreaks. Realisation of natural principles of healing is the urgent need.
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Van Wassenhoven, Michel. "A retrospective study of cardiac rhythm disorders." British Homeopathic Journal 87, no. 02 (April 1998): 77–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.1054/homp.1999.0205.
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AbstractRetrospective studies can be considered as the first step towards an evaluation and improvement of homoeopathic practice. Through these preliminary studies, criteria for future prospective studies can be chosen as well as suitable homoeopathic practitioners to conduct them. From this study, we can conclude that disorders of heart rhythm seem to be an excellent subject for research into the efficacy of homoeopathy. Especially for paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, all patients were cured and able to discontinue their allopathic medication. In view of the fact that 50% of the patients included in this study stopped the use of allopathic drugs, one can conclude that homoeopathy certainly has a place in the treatment strategy of these diseases.
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Davidson, Jonathan. "Psychiatry and homoeopathy." British Homeopathic Journal 83, no. 02 (April 1994): 78–83. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(94)80006-5.
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AbstractA comparison is made between psychiatry and homoeopathy, with reference to five homoeopathic principles. These are the law of similars, the self-healing principle, the microdose effect, Hering's Law and diagnosis through pattern recognition. There is evidence that all of these have been incorporated into contemporary psychiatry, and that recent neurobiological research provides a measure of validation to these age-old teachings. Some testable research questions are also proposed.
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Hannaford, Pat, and Margaret Wyllie. "Attitudes to complementary therapies and referral for homoeopathic treatment." British Homeopathic Journal 87, no. 01 (January 1998): 13–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(98)80004-5.
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AbstractThe main objective of this survey was to assess the attitude of General Practitioners (GPs) in Lothian, Scotland, to homoeopathy, with a view to deciding if there was sufficient support to justify the continuation and expansion of the NHS homoeopathic clinic in the area. The 540 GPs currently in practice were surveyed by means of a simple questionnaire which required them to tick selected boxes; many chose to add further comments. A total of 304 GPs (56%) responded. The questions were designed to elicit attitudes to homoeopathy and other complementary therapies and to assess the referral pattern for this. 92% of the respondents were willing to refer patients for homoeopathic treatment and 74% would welcome a specialist facility in Lothian. This level of support indicates that provision of an NHS specialist homoeopathic service in Lothian would be well-used.
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Prakash, Ravi, and Azizul Islam Khadim. "A Case of Alopecia and Its Homoeopathic Approach." International Journal of Advanced Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy 10, no. 1 (April 23, 2021): 642–48. http://dx.doi.org/10.23953/cloud.ijaayush.493.
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Hair is an ornament & beauty of every person life. It is an outward filamentous growth made up of keratin protein. It has major cosmetic role along with other sensory & homeostatic function. Homoeopathy has wonderful role to reduce hair fall & re-growth of new hair. This article is an attempt to overview of hair cycle, why hair is fall, homoeopathic approach of hair fall or alopecia with different repertorial rubric analysis & a very interesting case history. Keywords Hair fall; Homoeopathy; Constitutional medicine; Miasm
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Sharma, Bindu, and Reteka Sexena. "Case Report on Colloidal Nodular Goiter." Homœopathic Links 32, no. 02 (June 2019): 112–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0039-1692967.
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AbstractGoiter refers to an enlarged thyroid gland which can be caused by a number of factors such as biosynthetic defects, iodine deficiency, autoimmune disease and nodular diseases. A case of a woman with colloidal nodular goiter treated successfully with Homoeopathy is reported here. Her thyroid profile was within normal range, and fine-needle aspiration cytology was clearly suggestive of colloidal nodular goiter. She was treated with homoeopathic medicines following holistic concepts of homoeopathy, and the result was significant reduction in size of thyroid nodule. Lycopodium initiated the action, and Sulphur potentiated the cure.
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Sarkar, Dr Tanmay, and Dr Abhinandan Das. "A Case Report of Appendicitis and Management by Alternative Treatment of Medicine." International Journal of Health Sciences and Research 12, no. 9 (September 16, 2022): 190–93. http://dx.doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20220926.
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Introduction: Appendicitis is a common cause of abdominal pain. Large scale appendicitis patients are going to be treated surgically but sometimes complications are inherent to post-operative treatment. The most common postoperative complications are wound infection, intra-abdominal abscess, retrocecal abscess, intestinal perforation with peritonitis, bleeding, and adhesions ileus caused by intra-abdominal adhesions, which vary in frequency between open and laparoscopic appendectomy. At present-day it is treated safely in Homoeopathic medicine. Case Summary: We are going to represent a case report of recurrent Acute Appendicitis which was successfully treated by the Individualized Homoeopathic Remedies. The results were evident within a few weeks, which further elucidated the role of constitutional treatment in homoeopathy. Key words: Homoeopathy, Calcarea Carbonica, Lycopodium Clavatum, Magnesium Phosphoricum, Nux Vomica, Appendicitis, Centesimal Scale, Ultrasonography.
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Das, Shimul, and Abhinandan Das. "De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis with Homoeopathic Treatment in Middle-aged People: Case Report." International Journal of Health Sciences and Research 12, no. 7 (July 20, 2022): 118–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20220717.
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Introduction: - De Quervain’s tenosynovitis (DQT) is a painful condition mainly affecting the thumbs or radial side of the wrist joints. Treating with homoeopathic medicines, patients get relief from this painful condition. Case Summary: - A Hindu lady age 46 years, a housewife, who belongs to a middle-class society complained of pain in the wrist joint & Duration of pain was about 4-5-month. Her location was moved to the rt. thumb. & Her sensation was Drawing/Tearing. All pain was aggravated by caring heavy wait but relief in hand activities and cold applications. Amelioration by Warm application & Massage. The aim was to show that homoeopathy can treat DQT. Also demonstrates the utility of single and minimum doses in homoeopathy. Key words: Abductor Pollicis Longus, De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis, Extensor, Finkelstein’s test, Homoeopathy, Kent Observation, Pollicis Brevis.
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Dewan, Deepti, Rashmi Sharma Sharma, Priyanka Nim Nim, and Shweta Singh Singh. "Homoeopathy a System of Holistic Healing as an Alternative Treatment for PCOS – a Review." International Journal of High Dilution Research - ISSN 1982-6206 20, no. 4 (January 2, 2022): 43–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.51910/ijhdr.v20i4.1126.
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Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal and metabolic disorder characterized by oligomenorrhea or amenorrhea, hyperandrogenism and infertility. Global prevalence of PCOS is estimated to be between 06% and 26%. Homoeopathy, being a system of holistic healing can be accepted as one of the alternative treatments for PCOS.
Aim & Objective: The aim of the study is to review clinical data, where the intervention was aimed to treat PCOS through Homoeopathy. The objective of the study is to identify the therapeutic approach, assessment criteria, treatment outcomes through an alternative therapy i.e., Homoeopathy in cases of PCOS.
Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted in the month of June2021 following International/National search databases for all clinical studies published in the period from 2000 to 2021. This search was aimed to target the entire literature of randomized trials or controlled trials, observational studies case studies/reports on PCOS in homoeopathy.
Result:28 articles related to Homoeopathy on PCOS were identified. Out of these 28studies, 22 studies (01 RCT, 02 NRCT,06 observational studies,04 case series and 09 case reports) were included in this review. All studies were published in peer reviewed journals.
Conclusions: To establish the evidence based efficacy of the homoeopathic treatment in cases of RCT more pragmatic studies need to be planned in the future based on proper diagnostic criteria.
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Sachdeva, Jyoti, and Joy Kumar Dey. "Homoeopathy in Cancer Pain Palliation and End of Life with Future Perspectives." Homœopathic Links 32, no. 02 (June 2019): 095–104. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0039-1693013.
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AbstractPain is a common companion of people receiving palliative care in cancer and at the end of life. Cancer pain is multifactorial and complex. Its impact can be devastating, with increased morbidity and poor quality of life, if not treated adequately. Cancer pain management is a challenging task both due to disease process and due to treatment-related side effects; therefore, it requires a holistic approach which can be covered by homoeopathic remedies. The purpose of this article is to enlighten the scope and future perspective of homoeopathy in pain palliative care and at the end of life. This article summarises the need of multidimensional approach towards the cancer pain palliation and at the end of life in which homoeopathy may play a key role of supportive care. Homoeopathy may become a valuable treatment in palliative care to provide relief and comfort to the dying patient, and therefore the fear of death may reduce and the family may be better prepared for the bereavement. Homoeopathy can well integrate with standard oncologic cares to improve patient outcome including symptom burden, quality of life and end-of-life outcomes, all achieved with low associated costs.
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Van Galen, E. "Homoeopathic potencies on the internet." British Homeopathic Journal 85, no. 01 (January 1996): 34–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(96)80023-8.
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AbstractThe introduction of further means of electronic communication will be an absolute necessity for the entrance of homoeopathy into the 21st century.The possibilities Internet already offers for homeopathy are illustrated by introducing the Homoeopathic Internet Resources List (a guide to homoeopathic resources on the Internet which has been available online on the Internet since January 1995). The first homoeopathic webserver on an academic level called HOMEOWEB is also introduced.
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Meena, Baljeet Singh, Arun Kumar, and Navita Bagdi. "A case of eczema treated with homoeopathic medicine." Journal of Integrated Standardized Homoeopathy 3 (May 16, 2020): 20–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.25259/jish_1_2020.
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Eczema is a superficial inflammation of the skin. In conventional medicine, it is treated with emollients and topical steroids. We present the case of a 44-year-old male patient with eczema over the face, neck, chest and hands, who was treated with the homoeopathic medicines sulphur and graphites without the aid of emollients and steroids. It is clearly apparent from this evidence-based case report that homoeopathy has a positive role in the treatment of eczema. This finding can provide the basis for conducting large-scale studies with different study designs regarding the treatment of eczema with homoeopathy.
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Sharma, Pawan, Bindu Sharma, Tanya Aggarwal, and Manoj Kalita. "Homoeopathic Treatment as an Add-On for Minimizing After Effects of Conventionally Treated Cancer Patients: A Simple Randomized Pilot Study—Protocol from Northeast India Perspective." Asian Journal of Oncology 07, no. 03 (June 8, 2021): 105–13. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0041-1730099.
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AbstractThe north-eastern region of India accounts for a total of 37,448 cancer cases reported from 11 population-based cancer registries (PBCRs) from 2012 to 2014. Studies suggest that with the holistic approach adopted by homoeopathy, not only the symptoms like cancer pain are alleviated, but also the overall well-being of the patient. Homoeopathy can be beneficial to minimize the treatment-induced adverse effects like radiation-induced mucositis, skin reactions, postoperative seroma, bleeding, and complications associated with the use of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. This study intends to provide homoeopathic services as an add-on to conventional treatment to the patients referred for homoeopathic treatment after their due consent. The primary objective is to study the usefulness of homoeopathic medicines for combating the suffering of cancer patients having complaints other than cancer. A sample size of 70 patients per group in two arms (Arm A: standard allopathic drug and Arm B: standard allopathic drug + homoeopathic treatment) will be recruited using simple random sampling without repetition. Cancer patients reporting complaints other than cancer itself and suffering from the after-effects of cancer treatment with chemotherapy and radiation therapy to any reputed cancer institute will be screened and will be recruited according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. After completion of the six months study duration, results will be able to predict the role of homoeopathic treatment as an add-on to conventionally treated cancer patients to minimize the suffering other than cancer and the after-effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. If found significant, this could prove to be a contribution in the health care system in handling cancer cases that are very difficult to treat. Further, the cost-effectiveness of homoeopathy will enable developing countries to manage such a disease effectively.
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Gilla, Deepthi, Jaseel Ahammed, Akhila AL, and Sreelakshmy SR. "Review on Anxiety Disorders During Covid-19 Pandemic:." International Journal of High Dilution Research - ISSN 1982-6206 20, no. 2-3 (June 2, 2021): 75–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.51910/ijhdr.v20i2-3.1066.
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The unprecedented Covid-19 pandemic has created havoc in most areas of human lives. Anxiety disorders are most prevalent and disabling psychiatric disorders and the incidence is increased in this scenario. Homeopathy is an established system of medicine with evidence base on effectiveness in mental health issues. There is a dearth of literature concerning the potential utility of Homoeopathy in the management of psychological issues during this pandemic. This overview is aimed to find out the commonly prevalent anxiety disorders and to assess the usefulness of homoeopathic medicines in the management of anxiety through selective literature search of articles and available research studies in homoeopathy on anxiety. In conclusion, mental health is a critical concern in a pandemic's scenario and Homoeopathy can be a safe and effective alternative or adjunctive to the conventional system in the management of anxiety disorders during this chaotic situation.
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Vickers, Andrew. "What conclusions should we draw from the data?" British Homeopathic Journal 84, no. 02 (April 1995): 95–101. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(95)80039-5.
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AbstractCritical appraisal of a scientific trial involves deciding on its internal validity— whether the hypothesis has been correctly accepted or rejected—and its external validity—the extent to which the trial's findings can be generalized. Discourse on homoeopathic research has focused on the former at the expense of the latter and an analysis of homoeopathic research demonstrates that it has low external validity. One solution would be to split the research process in two. Large scale, triple-blind trials could be used to determine the extent to which the action of homoeopathy may be explained by placebo. Importantly, no assessment of external validity would be made. Audit and cohort studies could then be used to examine questions usually associated with external validity, such as the conditions most suitable for treatment and the long-term clinical value of homoeopathy.
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Walach, Harald. "The pillar of homoeopathy." British Homeopathic Journal 86, no. 04 (October 1997): 219–24. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(97)80048-8.
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AbstractThe few controlled trials conducted so far have not shown that the symptoms observedby volunteers in a proving are different from placebo. This finding is discussed from a methodological point of view. Provings conducted so far have not convincingly put the method to experimental trial. Provings designed to improve practical prescribing in homoeopathy, using qualitative methodology, should be distinguished from trials to show that substances in homoeopathic dilutions produce symptoms different from placebo. Both methodologies can be combined and a protocol is suggested.
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D’souza, Rosario Pascoal, and Sandesh Anandrao Kachare. "Scope of Homoeopathy in Peritonsillar Abscess." Advancements in Homeopathic Research 7, no. 3 (September 1, 2022): 33–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.48165/ahr.2022.7.3.3.
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A Peritonsillar abscess is also known as Quinsy. It is an accumulation of pus behind the palatine tonsil due to an infection. Precisely, it is a collection of pus between the fibrous capsule of the tonsil, usually at the upper pole & the superior constrictor muscles of pharynx. The signs & symptoms of quinsy include fever, throat pain, trouble in opening mouth, redness, swelling and change in the voice. Pain is usually worse on one side. The complications may include blockage of the airway or aspiration pneumonitis. The conventional treatment is done for removing the pus by incision & drainage along with medications for swelling & pain management. The homeopathic line of treatment depends on the actual state of the condition. Homeopathic medicines can be used in mild to moderate cases of peritonsillar abscess successfully as see through this research study. In this study, 46 cases of peritonsillar abscess of age group between 5 to 80 years were included. After going through the results, it is observed that the peritonsillar abscess can be treated successfully by Homoeopathy. The scope of Homoeopathy in the treatment of peritonsillar abscess is excellent and shows high success rate of 44 out of 46 patients responding successfully to the Homoeopathic treatment with no signs of recurrence in near future. The outstanding Homoeopathic remedies in the treatment of peritonsillar abscess were found to be mostly Hepar Sulph & Merc Sol along with Calc Carb, Baryta Carb and Phytolacca. All that is required in the treatment of peritonsillar abscess is quick selection of right remedy and right dose for the instant relief rationally. Hence we can rightly claim that by proper Homoeopathic treatment we can make the world better for the future generation. This research paper will certainly help the health professionals to overcome such problems of surgical cases and consider the benefits of the facts in scope of Homoeopathy in peritonsillar abscess.
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Bernal, German Guajardo. "How does homoeopathy cure?" British Homeopathic Journal 84, no. 01 (January 1995): 40–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0007-0785(05)80717-3.
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AbstractA classification of hypotheses concerning the mode of action of potentized medicines is proposed. Hypotheses are analysed according to their adequacy for explaining the phenomenon. 2 main groups are proposed, depending on the active or passive role of the organism during homoeopathic treatment, with subdivisions and differences described. Links with the main body of knowledge must be maintained so the hypotheses may gradually acquire the status of a successful explanation. The need to introduce the Hahnemannian concept of biological reaction stems from the principles of homoeopathy.
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Gupta, Yogeshwari, and Khushbu Pandey. "Evidence-Based Homoeopathic Treatment of Acute Herpes Zoster (Shingles): A Case Report." Homœopathic Links 34, no. 04 (December 2021): 307–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0041-1736227.
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AbstractHerpes zoster (HZ), also known as shingles, occurs due to reactivation of varicella zoster. It is manifested by unilateral, painful, vesicular rashes following a dermatome. Homoeopathy is well known for its tremendous results in chronic cases. This article presents the evidence-based significant result of single homoeopathic remedy in an acute case of HZ within a short time period without any post-herpetic neuralgia which usually follows the HZ for months. Three to four doses of Hypericum 30 CH provided significant relief within a day and complete recovery within 10 days. Modified Naranjo score is 9, indicating definite causal attribution. This case proves that by selecting appropriate similimum, promising and positive results are achieved by homoeopathy, be it acute or chronic cases in a safe and gentle way. No such existing homoeopathic literature provides any characteristic information particularly related to HZ in Hypericum. So, future research and clinical trials could be beneficial for better validation of Hypericum as a therapeutic for HZ.
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Ponnam, Hima Bindu. "Optimization of Homoeopathy in the management of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, the aftermath of COVID-19 pandemic: Clinical Case Series." International Journal of High Dilution Research - ISSN 1982-6206 21, cf (August 12, 2022): 46–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.51910/ijhdr.v21icf.1140.
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Background & Objectives: Psychological fragility caused to human life has been the largest aftermath of the pandemic posing a raised public health concern globally. This psychological impact is identified as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) which was the most commonly diagnosed psychological disorder during this pandemic. These cases, if left untreated and unidentified may take a devastating transformation into psychotic disorders and cause gross damage to the individual and the community by disrupting human relations. Keeping in view the beneficial role of Homoeopathy in dealing with psychological disorders based on its philosophy and previous studies, a clinical case series of 10 PTSD cases successfully treated with Homoeopathy during this pandemic are presented here.
Method: 10 cases of PTSD consulted during the first wave of pandemic diagnosed based on the clinical picture analogous to PTSD cluster symptomatology from Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-5 (DSM-5) and objectively through Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale for DSM-5 (CAPS-5) were treated with Homoeopathic intervention. Homeopathic medicine was prescribed based on the totality of each case through repertorization and in consultation with the sourcebooks of Homoeopathic Materia Medica (HMM). The cases were followed monthly for clinical improvement and every three months using the CAPS-5 score. The outcome was assessed after six months clinically and objectively through the CAPS-5 score. At the end of one year, further to assess the casual attribution of clinical outcome to homoeopathic intervention, validated MONARCH (Modified Naranjo Criteria for Homoeopathy) tool was utilized.
Results: The 10 diagnosed PTSD cases showed marked improvement assessed after one year of Homoeopathic treatment. Significant improvement was found in the clinical picture affirmed through CAPS-5 score and MONARCH tool.
Conclusion: Homoeopathic medicines showed a significantly beneficial role in the management of PTSD during the pandemic in the presented 10 cases. Further validation through well-designed clinical trials is warranted.
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Tripathy, Dr Tridibesh, Shankar Das, and Dr Manjushree Kar. "Long COVID 19 & Homoeopathy." Saudi Journal of Medicine 7, no. 1 (January 29, 2022): 84–87. http://dx.doi.org/10.36348/sjm.2022.v07i01.014.
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Since the late 2019, the COVID 19 has had a series of illnesses in patients who had an attack of infection. These symptoms exist in patients even long after the recovery phase. These are called the long COVID syndromes. The current article examines the contribution of Homoeopathy to deal with these long COVID issues. The article traces the syndrome in its major forms & its implications on other aspects of the body. Thereafter, it deals with the subject of the changing face of the pattern of symptoms through the dimension of how, why, when, where and whom of these patterns. Following that the burden of the long COVID is explained through the social & economic impacts that it has exerted while perpetuating poverty. Taking cue from one of the elaborate & established books in the Homoeopathic world, it deals with what Homoeopathy had offered, is offering & the potential to offer in the future to deal with this long COVID pandemic.
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Gupta, Neeraj, Rahul Singh, and R. K. Saxena. "Clinical Evaluation of Homoeopathic Medicines in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia." Homœopathic Links 32, no. 02 (June 2019): 082–87. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0039-1693154.
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Background Symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common condition in elderly men and has a significant impact on their daily lives. Surgical procedures are currently used for the conventional treatment for BPH; but they have been associated with clinically significant adverse effects in patients. Objectives The main purpose of this article is to evaluate the role of homoeopathic medicines for the treatment of BPH. Materials and Methods Clinically diagnosed 30 subjects of BPH were given homoeopathy treatment and followed up for a period of 1 year. Homoeopathic medicines were prescribed to the subjects according to the principles of homoeopathy. Effects of homoeopathic medicines were analysed periodically by American Urological Association score (AUA score) and ultrasonography. Results Marked amelioration of symptoms and reduction in size of prostate gland in BPH subjects were observed after homoeopathic treatment when analysed by AUA score and ultrasonography. There was marked reduction in various symptoms of BPH like nocturia, straining, incomplete sensation after urination, interrupted flow of urination with dribbling of urine and urgency significantly from 21.60 ± 4.64 units to 12.23 ± 3.68, that is, ∼57% reduction in symptoms of obstruction of bladder problem. The reduction was statistically significant (p = 0.001). However, transabdominal pelvic ultrasonic scan did not show statistically significant results. Conclusion Homoeopathic medicines can prove to be an alternative treatment of BPH.
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Das, Mousumi. "Atopic Dermatitis: Case Series of Individualized Homoeopathic Treatment." International Journal of Health Sciences and Research 11, no. 11 (November 11, 2021): 115–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20211114.
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Atopic dermatitis is a common, chronic, intensely pruritic, relapsing inflammatory skin disease that affects both children and adults. Atopic dermatitis is often the originating of a series of allergic disorders, mentioned as the "atopic march".There are numerous risk factors correlated with AD development. However, only two have always been related, and they are (1) family history of atopy and (2) loss of function mutations in the FLG gene. Topical anti-inflammatory therapy with topical corticosteroids or topical calcineurin inhibitors treatment are available in conventional therapy but sometimes it has been reported that patients are also benefited from Homoeopathic treatment. Four patients who presented at the outpatient department at National Institute of Homoeopathy, Saltlake, Kolkata with Atopic dermatitis and a family history of asthma, allergic rhinitis were treated with constitutional homoeopathic medicine. Details of consultations, treatment and assessment are summarized. A constitutional treatment thus eliminates the symptoms locally and internally as well as long-lasting relief from complaints. Common remedies include Mercuris Solubilis, Sulphur. This case series shows positive results of homoeopathy in the treatment of Atopic dermatitis. Key words: Atopic dermatitis, Family history, Individualized Homoeopathic treatment, Case series, repertorisation.
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Whitmarsh, TE, DM Coleston-Shields, and TJ Steiner. "Double-Blind Randomized Placebo-Controlled Study of Homoeopathic Prophylaxis of Migraine." Cephalalgia 17, no. 5 (August 1997): 600–604. http://dx.doi.org/10.1046/j.1468-2982.1997.1705600.x.
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Homoeopathic remedies for migrane are widely available over the counter, statutorily offered by the national health service in the UK, and apparently popular with patients. Do they work? Sixty-three outpatients with migraine with or without aura b IHS criteria entered a 4-month randomized placebo-controlled, double-blind, parallel-groups trial of individualized homoeopathic prophylaxis, the first month being baseline with all patients on placebo. Three patients (4.8%) dropped out, leaving 30 in each treatment group. There were chance differences in attack frequency and severity between the groups at baseline (attacks were more frequent but less severe in the placebo group). Both groups improved on therapy but neither to a great extent on the primary outcome measure of attack frequency (verum: —19%; placebo: -16%). Reduction was mostly in mild attacks on placebo, more in moderate and severe attacks on homoeopathy. Few adverse events were reported. Overall, there was no significant benefit over placebo of homoeopathic treatment. The course of change differed between groups, and suggested that improvement reversed in the last month of treatment on placebo. On this evidence we cannot recommend homoeopathy for migraine prophylaxis, but cannot conclude that it is without effect.
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Schmidt, Josef M. "The esoteric and exoteric view of homoeopathy: Two sides of the same coin?" British Homeopathic Journal 87, no. 02 (April 1998): 100–105. http://dx.doi.org/10.1054/homp.1999.0221.
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AbstractThe terms ‘esoteric’ and ‘exoteric’ are used in German idealistic philosophy for the view from the inside (of the thinking process) and from the outside (on the thoughts that result). They can also be used to present new perspectives of homoeopathy.Homoeopathic literature generally explains homoeopathy esoterically, i.e. as seen through the eyes of devoted practitioners, in terms of faithful obedience to universal laws, eternal truth, divine revelation, etc. In contrast to this, critical medical colleagues usually look at homoeopathy exoterically as a system based on speculation and dogmatism with no clear evidence of efficacy. The reaction to the critics’ exoteric view has divided homoeopaths into those who adopt the critics’ way of reasoning and try to prove their own claims scientifically, and those who ignore external criticism and just go on with their medical work. Both positions are one-sided and have severe shortcomings. Nevertheless, they have decisive practical impacts.Faithful adherence to the doctrine of homoeopathy is likely to help physicians get a maximum effect out of it that would probably not be possible to achieve with a sceptical attitude towards its principles.Limiting one’s horizon to a strictly esoteric view, however, may also be detrimental to the patient, if not balanced by a realistic exoteric view of one’s own limitations. A self-critical attitude may curtail otherwise possible clinical results, but in the long run a mixed position will be safer for patients, and is the only way of communicating and collaborating with mainstream medicine and legislators. Keeping the balance between an esoteric and an exoteric view of homoeopathy is an art, dependent on virtues and bound to ethics. Homoeopathy is therefore not merely a medical method. Its wise application also involves spiritual, artistic and ethical dimensions on the part of the practitioner.
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Moorthi, S. Karunakara, Susu Pertin, S. V. Vishnupriya, K. C. Muraleedharan, and P. Radhika. "Homoeopathy for Adjustment Disorder: A Case Series." Homœopathic Links 34, no. 01 (March 2021): 041–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0040-1721057.
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AbstractDespite its high prevalence in clinical and consultant liaison psychiatry populations, adjustment disorder (AD) research has traditionally been hindered by its lack of clear diagnostic criteria. Here, we are presenting five cases of AD diagnosed with Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.Five patients who consulted at the Out Patient Department of National Homoeopathy Research Institute of Mental Health, Kerala, India, with symptoms of AD were treated with individualised homoeopathic medicine. Assessment of the symptoms was done using Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale—21 Items. Details of consultations, treatment and assessment are summarised. Possible causal attribution of changes was explicitly depicted by Naranjo Criteria. It shows the positive role of homoeopathic treatment in AD.All five patients showed marked improvement.We were able to prevent the considerable self-harm and suicidality associated with AD. However, more extensive research is needed in the topic to prove the effectiveness of individualised homoeopathic medicine in AD.
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O'Meara, S. "Homoeopathy." Quality and Safety in Health Care 11, no. 2 (June 1, 2002): 189–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/qhc.11.2.189.
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Long, L. "Homoeopathy." Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies 6, no. 1 (June 14, 2010): 47–48. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.2042-7166.2001.tb02782.x.
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Kirkwood, J., D. Shepherdson, A. Cunningham, S. Jackson, and A. Kirkwood. "Homoeopathy." Veterinary Record 124, no. 11 (March 18, 1989): 282–83. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/vr.124.11.282.
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