RESPIRATORY DISORDERS IN CHILDREN

It is commonly seen that most children come in for respiratory allergies or infections. Our medication has a definite role in treatment of respiratory disorders such as Asthma,Rhinitis,Bronchitis, Allergies and Pharyngitis.

Following are the studies which highlight efficacy of homoeopathy in below particular cases:

1. A study based on of Cost-benefit evaluation of homoeopathic versus conventional therapy in respiratory diseases. was conducted which concluded that the Costs for homeopathic therapy are significantly lower than those for conventional Pharmacological therapy.
2. A multicentric, observational, prospective study (Open clinical trial) carried on Bronchial Asthmatic patients showed that the homoeopathic medicines have a role in managing acute attacks of bronchial asthma as well as in controlling recurrent attacks.
3. A multi-centric open clinical trial study indicated the usefulness of homoeopathic medicines in the management of acute rhinitis of children with its efficacy and effectiveness.

DIARRHOEA IN CHILDREN

Diarrhea is one of the most frequently encountered problems in pediatric age group. The severity of diarrhea infection varies from patient to patient and from few loose stools with discomfort to severe dehydration.

SKIN DISORDERS IN CHILDREN

Recently there has been a constant increase in the number of cases of allergy, particularly in developed countries, to such an extent that expressions like “disease of the third millennium” and “allergic epidemic” have been used to describe the phenomenon. There has been an increase in the use of ‘complementary’ or ‘alternative’ medicine in patients affected by skin disease, in particular those with chronic or inflammatory dermatosis. The following data suggests the utility of homoeopathy.

1. A study of efficacy of Homoeopathy in pediatric atopic diseases showed that there was a significant reduction in tendency to maintain atopic dermatitis and to develop asthma (and allergic rhinitis) in adult age.
2. Another study of Homooeopathic versus conventional therapy for atopic eczema in children concluded that Homeopathy & conventional treatment are equally effective.

PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS

ADHD, Autism, Mental retardation are common causes of consultation for homoeopaths,since our system deals with both mental and physical symptoms of children.

Webster’s Universal Dictionary defines temperament as “a characteristic combination of bodily,mental, and moral qualities, which together constitute the character and disposition of an individual and predispose him to act and behave in a particular manner”. Every child though not diseased has certain traits / temperaments, which may not be suited to their growth. Each 30 child develops certain behaviors or habits, which are quite often out of proportion. For example, some of the children want to cling to the mother strongly while sleeping and without the mother they can’t sleep. Some children in anger break things and hit others, while some are so shy that they hide or run away the moment they see any stranger or guest.

These behaviors do not show any obvious signs of illness, but are indications, which point to their inner disturbances. Every Homoeopath tries to understand these inner disturbances, through various clues, such as fears, dreams, fantasies, preferred movies and cartoons, their reaction to illness etc. By understanding all this and subsequently treating them, it not only frees the child of his disease and enhances his immunity, but it improves the child’s attitude towards life. It channels the child’s energy in a proper direction, so he can explore his potential and creativity to the maximum.

1. A study was conducted to obtain scientific evidence of the effectiveness of homoeopathy in ADHD. These trial suggested the scientific evidence of the effectiveness of homeopathy in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, particularly in the areas of behavioral and cognitive functions.
2. Another Study was conducted to identify a group of most useful homoeopathic medicines in the treatment of behavioral problems found in mentally challenged children and to identify their reliable indications, most useful potencies, frequency of administration and relationship with other medicines.
   
   Medicine like Belladonna, Baryta carb, Baryta mur etc. showed improvement in common behavioral problems of mentally challenged children like aggressiveness, destructiveness, disruptiveness etc.
3. A study on Homoeopathic approach in the treatment of patients with mental disability was found to be a useful alternative to relieve pathologies associated with mental disability.

Choosing Homoeopathy for Children

Homoeopathy is one of the, most dynamic form of medicine in the world today. Homoeopathy can become one of the preferred methods of treatment especially for children. Homoeopathy act on the children, there they increasing the resistance of the individual to fight the disease. The medicine helps to boost the immune system and thus help the individual to fight the disease. Because, the doses are too small and effective treatment can be achieved without dangerous side effects often associated with conventional medicine. The homoeopathic medicine are pleasant tasting and easy to take, it treat the children as a whole rather than just their symptoms, it is an ideal treatment for children.

For children with acute as well as in chronic illness, constitutional homoeopathy care can offers one type of approach that addresses the underlying causes o the illness and hopefully presents solution to difficult physical, emotional,behavioral ,and psychological problems.

In constitutional treatment homoeopathy remedy can cover children as a whole complete physical, mental, and emotional state.

Homoeopathy medicine are prepared mainly from herbs, animal, vegetable kingdom, mineral and are given in very minute doses so that they are 100% non toxic, having no adverse effect. any toxic effect of a crude substance in nature disappear when that substance is prepared homeopathically. Also unlike antibiotics and other such medicine, homoeopathic pills do not hamper digestion. Homeopathic medication are mildly sweet, liquid, powder and pills are palatable even new born babies can take it. It does not lower resistance power. Homoeopathy stimulate Childs own curative power to cure them. Homoeopathy can help personal growth of children

Top 10 Homeopathic Medicines For Your Child!

Becoming a parent completely changes your world. You are more concerned about your kids health, their safety, diet and hygiene. All you want to provide them is best of everything. Now a days parents are aware of the side effects caused by conventional medicines. Hence most of the parents opt for safe and natural way of treating even minor ailments.

Homeopathic medicines are the most safest and side effect free compared to other holistic treatment available. Hence millions of the parents across the globe prefer homeopathy over any other mode of treatment for their kids. Due to the safety these medicines provide, it is ideal treatment option for infants, toddlers and older children.

Homeopathy medicines are effective in treating various symptoms that a child faces. It could be allergies, simple cold, fever, infantile colic, constipation, earaches, dentition problems or even behavioural disorders, homeopathy has a cure for all. The medicines work on strengthening the immunity and hence keep illnesses away.

Here are the top 10 homeopathic medicines you can keep it with you to deal with minor health issues if your child

1. Aconitum napellus
   • Sudden high fever with a red dry face and lots of anxiety
   • Croup attack in the middle of the night
2. Allium cepa
   • colds or allergies with lots of sneezing, itchy, watery runny nose and watery eyes
3. Apis mellifica
   • any rash that is itchy, red, and stinging and feels better with an ice pack on it (insect bites, hives, sunburn)
4. Arnica
   • the #1 medicine for any ache, bruise, sprain, head bonk, or trauma of any sort. A must in any parents diaper bag or backpack!
   • also great for use topically as a cream or gel (just don't apply to cuts or scrapes as it can be irritating to open skin)
5. Arsenicum album
   • the #1 medicine for vomiting and diarrhea from stomach flu or food poisoning with weakness and anxiety
   • asthma attacks in the middle of the night
6. Belladonna
   • sudden high fever with clammy, bright red face and agitation. Your child may even be a little delirious.
7. Chamomilla
   • teething pain with lots of irritability and crankiness. There may be associated ear pain, green diarrhea, and lowgrade fever
8. Ferrum phosphoricum
   • the #1 medicine to start when your child has an earache
   • low-grade fevers that come on slowly at the start of any illness
9. Hepar sulphuris (for this medicine, please use a 30c dilution)
   • Swimmer's ear
   • Anything with pus (earaches with thick pus behind the eardrum, abscesses or boils, etc.)
   • Stinging sore throat as though there were a splinter stuck in it
10. Nux vomica
    • Upset tummy from too many sweets or indulgences, vomiting helps your child feel better
    • Anger and irritability with difficulty sleeping when really stressed (i. E, when school demands are too high)
    • Colds or allergies with lots of sneezing, itchy, watery runny nose and watery eyes

Some guidelines to remember-

Potency:-

I recommend dilution of 30c. In general, though the potency selected depend on your child's symptoms

Dosage:-

• Will be same for all age:- 3 pellets
• Repetition of dosage depends on the severity of illness. For hives, you may be giving the pellets every 1/2-1 hour, whereas for a bruised shin you may be giving pellets 2-3x/day.
• Try to give the pellets away from food and drink by at least 15-20 minutes. But don't worry if that doesnot happen it still works! the main thing to avoid is minty foods, drinks or toothpaste close to taking the medicines.

You are on your way to make your own homeopathic kit!

Be sure to check with your paediatrician if you child continues to have fever for more than 2 days, if the child is acting confused, if he/she has any breathing troubles, or if he/she looks dehydrated or is in severe pain.

In case you have a concern or query you can always consult us & get answers to your questions!