By the desk of Dr. Nikhat Choudhary
Introduction
Patients who come to me as a homeopath are often suffering from urticaria, known in the common tongue as hives. This skin condition can bring discomfort to those who are suffering from it as well as to those around them. I will answer your questions about urticaria, its causes, symptoms, and complications in this article from my professional viewpoint. Furthermore, I shall provide an outline of frequent and the main stellar side effects of the typical medications used for treatment and will also suggest why homeopathy may be used to an alternative one.
Causes of Urticaria
In my experience, the things that are hottest and cause the urticaria to be are as follows:
Allergies to food, meds, or getting a bite from an insect
Mechanical stress such as pressure, cold, or hot
Undergo Surgery
Sources of stress or emotions
Autoimmune diseases like Lupus
Symptoms
The main symptoms of urticaria that I know of in the patients I have are as follows:
Redemption of skins with itching, red or skin-tone welts on their skin
Severe Itching and It is the most common characteristic
Swelling of the affected area
Burn or sting
Complications
While urticaria does not usually represent a life-threatening event in the life of a person but hives can be accompanied by some after-complications such as:
For hives in the mouth or throat, you may experience an obstructed airway or you may find it hard to swallow.
Unsleeping nights due to terrible itching
Emotional pressure
Side Effects of Conventional Medicines
Go-to treatments for urticaria, usually include antihistamines and corticosteroids. As for me, the immediate side effects that I have particularly noticed are:
Fatigue and drowsiness
Dry mouth
Headaches
Weight gain
Infections become regular now
Advantages of Using Homeopathy
As a homeopath, as a natural way of the body to react in boosting its immunity, I can only find the benefits of homeopathy, to name a few, which are:
A holistic approach by not being hard and invasive
No side effects included
The root cause of the problem is treated instead of just the symptom
Therefore, individual treatment plans
Enhancement of leveling and health
Five Homeopathic Medicines for Urticaria
My opinion is that these five potent homeopathic remedies are the best for urticaria:
1. Apis Mellifica
This drug is a product of bees’ honey and is more specific to swelling and burning when insects sting. I usually need to give it when patients develop urticaria due to wasps or reactions to the foods.
2. Urtica Urens
This natural remedy is prepared from the whole plant of the nettle and is mostly used for people who have high distress levels because excessive itching or alternatively burning sensations are the two major. I have proved that this is especially valid for hives caused by allergic reactions to foods or drugs.
3. Rhus Toxicodendron
This is a medicine made from poison ivy and it helps when hives get worse upon coldness and get better with heat, and exercise. I usually suggest its use when a person has a reaction like hives due to hard physical work or is over-cold.
4. Pulsatilla
Pulsatilla is produced from the windflower and is a core remedy for hives that keep changing their position. I have noticed this medication be very efficient for urticaria caused by hormonal changes or rich food consumption.
5. Sulphur
This cure is particularly used for the cases of chronic urticaria where there is intense itching which gets aggravated in hot weather. Most frequently, it is fed to people who have a background of skin ailments.
5 Common FAQs Related to Urticaria and the Benefits of Homeopathy
1. Is homeopathy effective for chronic urticaria?
Yes, homeopathic treatment has worked well in the past for chronic urticaria and that has been my experience. My approach is usually thorough, trying to address the whole issue, not just the symptoms by homeopathy. This kind of solution is the one that which is most probable to be successful and effective and can also help with the prevention of outbreaks of urticaria.
2. How long does it take to see results with homeopathic treatment for urticaria?
The duration of improvement varies from person to person. I encounter some patients who get relief within a few days, while others spend several weeks. Furthermore, Homeopathic treatment strengthens the body's natural defenses, and they need time but usually they can reach a more sustainable resultoftps://corp.homeselect.com.ua/room/147.112.16.236/projects, as well.
3. Are there any side effects of homeopathic medicines for urticaria?
One of the main benefits of homeopathy is the fact that it does not have side effects. There is no evidence that the use of homeopathic remedies for urticaria has caused allergies in my many years of practice. But such an option that is also safe for children and elderly people is still on the table. homeopathy also helps to balance the body and remove the possibility of future anaphylactic episodes or hives.
4. Can homeopathy cure urticaria permanently?
Yes, there are instances where homeopathic medicine can lead to total healing of urticaria symptoms. By getting the body's imbalance dealt with, homeopathy will mostly end up equally yielding long-term relief and fueling a reduction in future occurrences. In cases of success, we are able to around people who otherwise would have to continue with life-long medications, whereas the latter can be totally withdrawn.
5. Can I use homeopathy alongside conventional treatments for urticaria?
Yes, homeopathy can go hand in hand with the conventional treatment. I manage the patients using homeopathy remedies most times who are in the process of shifting from conventional medicines to the homeopathic method. The benefits of homeopathy are showing the control of symptoms while making changes to the root of the problem, but in this way there is a potential reduction of the need of conventional drugs. Nevertheless, both your homeopath and your conventional doctor should be notified about the treatment you are receiving.