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| 1) Homoeopathy is very slow acting? This is a well-known myth among the lay people but mercifully not so any more among the enlightened community of modern medical practitioners of all disciplines that homoeopathy is slow to act. In acute diseases when the infection is growing at a fast rate, nobody, not even the homoeopath can afford to wait for slow, passive action. Slow and steady surely wins the race ��to heaven in this case. The speed of therapeutic response is of utmost importance. The properly selected remedy with the right potency and dosage works with unbelievable speed. 2)Homoeopathy has no side-effects? If yes, why? Yes,homeopathy has no side-effects because the amount of drug substance in homoeopathic medicines is extremely small,due to a pecuiar method of potentisation. But you must also remember that they are medicines afterall.Hence if taken without medical guidance they could be harmful. 3) Are lot of diet restrictions to be followed while on homoeopathic treatment? No, not at all. Apart from the food restrictions that go with some particular illness (eg.sugar restriction for diabetics) there are no particular food restrictions to be followed just because you are on homoeopathic treatment. There are no �don�ts� about onions, garlic, coffee, perfumes etc..... Extensive clinical trials were carried out in Mexico, which proved that they don�t hinder the efficacy of the medicines. 4) Homoeopathy is meant only for diseases of long standing (chronic diseases) ? No, homoeopathy is equally effective in acute problems. In fact in,cases of acute problems, results are much faster. 5) Can diabetics take homoeopathic medicines? Yes. Most of you may not be aware, but inspite of sugar restrictions for a diabetic, a major part of the diet (Indian diet) like chapatis made of wheat, rice contain carbohydrates which is a form of sugar. So a few homeopathic pills will not drastically alter the blood sugar levels. If larger number of doses per day are required, the medicine can be given in liquid from, so as to avoid sugar pills. Besides, diabetes itself can also be treated with homeopathy or if necessary a balance of homeopathy & allopathic medicines. 6) Does the illness worsen for sometime after starting homeopathic treatment? Not necessarily. But if it does, it is in fact a good sign. Your chances of getting cured early are higher in such a situation. 7) Is homeopathy against vaccinations? No, since the benefits of vaccinations far outweigh their risks. 8) Are local ointments allowed in homeopathy? Ideally, skin diseases are best treated by taking homeopathic medicines internally & avoiding ointments. But the final decision varies from case to case. 9) Are allopathic medicines allowed to be continued while on homoeopathic treatment? Some allopathic medicines can be taken with homoeopathy while others are best avoided.The decision should be taken by the homoeopathic physician treating you. 10) Can homoeopathic medicines be given to newborns, pregnant & lactating mothers & children ? Yes, in fact they are the best candidates for homoeopathy since any side-effect of allopathic medicines could have grave consequences for such people. 11) Does homoeopathy believe in physical examination & investigations? Yes, physical examination is the pillar of diagnosis for any doctor practicing any system of medicine. So also investigations, as they can only help in early & accurate diagnosis, but can never be an impediment. 12)Does homoeopathy cure surgical problems? Homoeopathy is not against surgery. Many problems can be cured while others may not be treatable. There cannot be any hard & fast rule. Each case has to be decided on it's merits. But so called surgical cases eg. Tonsillitis, Styes, Abscess, Warts, Corns, etc are very well treated with Homoeopathic medicines. 13) Is it a must for a homeopathic physician to know the mental make up of a patient ? If details are available, it helps. But even if a person is unwilling to open up this part of his/her personality to a physician, he/she can still be treated based on his/her physical attributes & symptoms. 14) In homeopathy case taking is a very lengthy procedure? This differs from physician to physician & also from patient to patient. At times 10 minutes may be enough, at other times it could extend for an hour.Also homoeopathy deals with treating the individual as a whole not just disappearance of symptoms.Hence it takes a bit of time to know the constitution of the patient.It also depends a great deal on the level of awareness of the patient about homeopathy Inspite of these queries, if you have any doubts please be free to clarify your doubts by sending me an e-mail at [email protected] write subject as faq's |
| Find answers to all your doubts regarding homoeopathy * Is homoeopathy slow acting? * Homoeopathy has no side-effect? * Are there many restrictions in homoeopathy? * Is homoeopathy only for chronic diseases? * Homoeopath takes a long history? why? * Why is mental aspect necessary for homoeopathic case taking? * Can homoeopathy cure surgical diseases? * Are lot of diet restrictions to be followed while on homoeopathic treatment? * Can diabetics take homoeopathic medicines? * Does the illness worsen for sometime after starting homeopathic treatment? * Is homeopathy against vaccinations? * Are local ointments allowed in homeopathy? * Are allopathic medicines allowed to be continued while on homoeopathic treatment? * Can homoeopathic medicines be given to newborns, pregnant & lactating mothers & children ? * Is it a must for a homeopathic physician to know the mental make up of a patient ? |