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VIRAL HEPATITIS | Cause, Symptoms & Homeopathy
Viral
hepatitis is the inflammation of the liver caused by virus. It is also called
as infectious hepatitis.
Noninfectious
hepatitis is mainly due to alcohol, some drugs and chemicals, metabolic
disorders, autoimmune diseases and obesity.
It can
present in acute (less than 6 months) and chronic states (more than 6 months)
Commonly
three types of hepatitis viruses are seen which are Hep A virus, Hep B virus
and Hep c virus.
Hepatitis A
It is one of
the most common viral hepatitis. It is caused by hepatitis A virus, a picorna
virus.
It is transmitted
through fecal-oral route. It can be seen only in acute stage and gives lifelong
immunity. Hepatitis A is widespread in parts of the world that are poor,
over-crowded and have limited access to sanitation and clean water, such as Africa,
India, Pakistan & some parts of the Middle East and South America
Symptoms
·
low
grade fever – usually no higher than 39.5C (103.1F)
·
feeling
and being sick
This may
then be followed by symptoms related to the liver becoming infected, such
as:
·
yellowing
of the skin and eyes (jaundice)
·
passing
very yellow or dark coloured urine and
·
pale
faeces
·
Nausea
and vomiting with abdominal discomfort.
Symptoms usually
clear up within 15 days or 1 month.
Management
Patient is
advice to take rest, increase fluid intake and follow low protein diet.
Homeopathic
medicines are really helpful to cut down the duration and sufferings. Homeopathic medicines will listed below which
should be taken as per your homeopath’s advice.
Complications tend to only occur in people with
pre-existing liver disease and /or elderly people, with the most serious being
liver failure (where the liver loses most or all of its functions).
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is caused by hepatitis B virus, a hepadnavirus .
15% adults who are infected with hepatitis B virus are unable to eliminate the
virus after initial infection which leads to a chronic hepatitis B, possibly
resulting in serious liver damage. Hepatitis B is one of the most common cause
for the liver cancer.
Transmission
It is a sexually
transmitting disease. It can be spread
through blood and body fluids like semen and breast milk.
It can be
spread through sharing needles and cotton from a HBV infected person.
A new born
baby can get infected during delivery if mother is infected with HBV. It can be
spread through breast feeding also.
Symptoms
It may tale
about 60 to 140 days to start showing the symptoms of HBV infection. Sometimes
it may not show any symptoms at all and they become chronic carriers.
Symptoms can
include:
·
flu-like
symptoms, such as tiredness, general aches and pains, headaches
·
feeling
sick
·
lack
of appetite
·
being
sick
·
yellowing
of the skin and eyes (jaundice)
Investigations
·
Blood
routine
·
Liver
function test
·
HBsAg
·
AFP
Treatment
Homeopathy has a specific treatment
protocol for hepatitis B in acute or chronic stages. A detailed case taking
will be done to get in to your homeopathic remedy. Consult a homeopath to get
it cures.
Hepatitis C
It is caused
by hepatitis C virus. It is more common in England. It lead to chronic
hepatitis and patient may be unaware of hepatitis C infection as it rarely
shows common hepatitis symptoms.
Acute
infection with HCV may rarely cause FHF. Approximately 70-90% of patients with
hepatitis C become chronically infected.
HCV can be
transmitted through contact with blood (including through sexual contact if the
two parties' blood is mixed) and can also cross the placenta.
Homeopathy for Viral
hepatitis
Homeopathy is safe and effective in all type of viral
hepatitis. Homeopathic medicines can be used as preventive as well as curative
for viral hepatitis.
It has been
evidenced that homeopathic medicines not only reduce the period, or duration,
of the illness, but also possible complications. Each epidemic, of course, will
have its own homeopathic medicine (called Genus epidemicus).
In acute hepatitis homeopathy has a specific treatment
protocol and in some cases details case-taking will be needed.
In chronic
cases, a detailed case-taking will be necessary to obtain an individualized
homeopathic remedy.
Here are
some homeopathic medicines which are commonly used in acute hepatitis. You are
not allowed to treat it yourself without your physician’s advice.
Bryonia 200
Sepia 1M
Dolichos Q
and hepar sulph 200
Acetic acid
30
Ars alb 0/3
Acid picric
30
Kalmegh Q
Myrica Q
Lyco 0/3
Nux vom 1M
Natrum sulph
6X
Chelidonium
1M
To get the
complete treatment protocol for hepatitis contact
us or mail to Dr. Biju G nair
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) | Cause, symptoms, Diet & Homeopathy
IBS is a
functional gastro intestinal disorder characterized by altered bowel habits,
abdominal pain and constipation or diarrhea without any organic pathology.
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Triggering factors
Exact cause for this condition is
not known. In most of the cases diarrhea or (and) constipation predominates.
It is estimated that IBS afflicts
one in six Americans, particularly women, and it is the most common intestinal
problem seen by gastroenterologists.
Population-based studies estimate
the prevalence of irritable bowel syndrome at 10-20% and the incidence of
irritable bowel syndrome at 1-2% per year. Of people with irritable bowel
syndrome, approximately 10-20% seek medical care. An estimated 20-50% of
gastroenterology referrals relate to this symptom complex. The incidence is
markedly different among countries.
What
causes IBS?
It is a difficult question in
case of IBS. What cause IBS is not really known.
Some hypotheses have been
proposed which can trigger IBS Which are
·
Active infections like gastroenteritis which
sometimes causes colonic muscle hyperactivity.
·
IBS is seen in people who are suffering from
depressions.
·
Limbic system abnormalities, as demonstrated by
positron emission tomography, have been described in patients with irritable
bowel syndrome.
·
Bloating and distention may also occur from
intolerance to dietary fats. This kind of food rich in fat can lead to IBS
·
Mental anxiety can trigger the IBS symptoms.
Low mast cell
counts and atopic disease are associated with increased risk for irritable
bowel syndrome, according to data presented at the American Academy of Allergy,
Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting in San Antonio.
Triggering factors
Ø
chocolate
Ø
drinks that contain caffeine, such as tea,
coffee or cola
Ø
Fried food
Ø
processed snacks, such as crisps and biscuits
Ø
alcohol
Ø
fizzy drinks
Ø
fatty food
What
are the symptoms of IBS?
ü Abdominal
pain or discomfort
ü Diarrhea
or constipation
ü Urgency
for bowel movements
ü A
feeling of incomplete evacuation
ü Abdominal
distension
ü Mucus
in stools
ü Nausea
There can be fibrimyalgic
symptoms associated with IBS. Anxiety or depression triggers the symptoms.
Investigations
There are no specific diagnostic
tests to investigate IBS. Your Doctor can diagnose it by your symptoms itself.
Stool and blood examination should
be done to rule out infections
Endoscopy should be done to find
out any gastrointestinal pathology.
Diet to
be followed
Eat fiber rich food
Vegies which contains fibers
are
- oats
- barley
- rye
- fruit, such as bananas and apples
- root vegetables, such as carrots and potatoes
- golden linseeds
Add enough water in your diet
Avoid food stuffs which are
intolerant to your stomach.
Some
tips on eating
- restrict your tea and coffee intake to a maximum of three cups a day
- have regular meals and take your time when eating
- lower the amount of alcohol and fizzy drinks you drink
- reduce your intake of resistant starch, starch that resists digestion in the small intestine and reaches the large intestine intact – it is often found in processed or re-cooked foods
- avoid missing meals or leaving long gaps between eating
- limit fresh fruit to three portions a day – a suitable portion would be half a grapefruit or an apple
- if you have diarrhea, avoid sorbitol, an artificial sweetener found in sugar-free sweets, including chewing gum and drinks, and in some diabetic and slimming products drink at least eight cups of fluid a day, particularly water and other non-caffeinated drinks such as herbal tea
- if you have wind and bloating, consider stopping all cereals for six weeks or increasing your intake of linseeds (up to one tablespoon a day)
Homeopathy for IBS
There are many
homeopathic medicines which can cure your IBS. The homeopathic medicine is
selected according to your symptom similarity. A detailed individualized case
is taken by your homeopath to get your remedy.
Here we are
listing out some of the common homeopathic remedies which should not be taken
without your physician’s advice.
·
Nux vomica
·
Argentum Nitricum
·
Phosphorus
·
Lycopodium
·
Arsenicum album
·
China
·
Colocynthis
·
Plumbum met
·
Aloes
·
Sulphur
·
Podophyllum
Source:-
http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk:Irritable_bowel_syndrome
http://www.nhs.uk/
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/180389-treatment#showall
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/02/12/diet-changes-to-help-relieve-ibs-symptoms/
www.malonie.com
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