Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Homeopathy for Diarrhea

Diarrhea is defined as the frequent and excessive discharge of watery stools from the bowel.  It is a cleansing action and generally means the body is trying to rid itself of something.  It may be caused by unfamiliar foods, spoiled foods, or bacteria.  Always remember to drink plenty of fluids, to avoid the dangers of dehydration.  The following homeopathic remedies will help relieve symptoms without interfering with the healing action of the body.

Arsenicum:  The stomach feels heavy with nausea and vomiting.  There is a feeling of weakness.  Symptoms may have come from eating fruit, particularly melons, or an unfamiliar food.

Cuprum arsenicosum:  Symptoms include burning, cramping, pains in lower bowels, a feeling of collapse, with vomiting and diarrhea.

Gelsemium:  Loose stools or diarrhea in anticipation of a social engagement or fear of an ordeal.  May also follow a fright.

Podophyllum:  Diarrhea in the early morning or after eating.  Yellow watery stools with squirting action. May have cramps, better by heat and bending.  May feel weak and exhausted after bowels move.

Sulphur:  Stools change between yellow and watery to slimy with udigested food.  Urgent need to evacuate in the morning.

Veratrum album:  Similar symptoms to Arsenicum, but also feels on the verge of collapse and is in a cold sweat.

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