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How To Get Started With Homeopathy Crohns Relief

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 13:13:28 +0000

Choosing Crohn’s-friendly foods isn’t the only way a sufferer can improve their condition, other treatments such as homeopathy crohns relief may also be beneficial for some. Homeopathy is a unique type of remedy that treats the person as a whole. Therefore, the type of remedy that is prescribed is based on a person’s mental and physical wellbeing. The treatments administered focus on ridding the person of their specific problems. Thus, no two people will be provided with the same treatments.
In order to receive proper homeopathy crohns treatment, you will need to visit a qualified homeopath to have your condition properly accessed. That being said, the following are five examples of homeopathic treatments you may be prescribed based on your symptoms:
Note: The vast majority of homeopathy treatments are derived from natural substances that come from minerals, plants and animals. A remedy is made by diluting the natural substance through a specific process without destroying its healing properties. Most remedies are extremely diluted, taken orally, and are available in tablet, pellet or liquid forms.
Argentum nitricum: This homeopathic crohns remedy is administered to those who suffer from an upset digestive system that is also accompanied by nervousness and/or anxiety. Such a person often experiences symptoms of nausea, bloating, tummy rumbling, flatulence and sudden, intense diarrhea with a greenish hue. Diarrhea may suddenly occur after eating excessive salty or sweet foods or directly after ingesting water. In addition, a person prescribed this treatment is also likely to be impulsive, expressive, and suffer from claustrophobia issues.
Asafetida: This homeopathy crohns substance is given to those who feel as if their entire digestive tract is constricted. The individual may feel as though they have a lump moving upwards from the stomach or have a bubble in their throat. Their abdomen generally feels inflated; however, the person has difficulty passing gas for relief. This person likely has painful bouts of constipation, explosive cases of diarrhea, and possibly regurgitates small amounts of food. This individual may have strong emotions and is quick to become worked up.
Colocynthis: An individual who is experiencing sharp pains and cramping in their abdomen or pubic bone that urges them to bend double or lie down is often prescribed this homeopathy crohns. The pain that is experienced usually worsens before diarrhea passes, after drinking water or eating fruit. Many of these symptoms are also triggered by emotions, especially anger.
Lilium tigrinum: This is usually administered to a person who is constipated throughout the day but is plagued with sudden diarrhea the next morning. This person tends to feel as if there is a lump in their rectum that feels worse when they stand. This person may develop haemorrhoids, and experience tightening in their chest. The symptoms are often triggered by strong emotions, and excitement that often accelerates into feelings of irritability or rage.
Podophyllum: This remedy for homeopathy crohns is often prescribed to those who suffer from abdominal pain and cramping, and have a sinking, empty feeling in their gut that is followed by very loose, and watery, foul-smelling diarrhea. The person may also experience constipation or bowel movements that feature pasty, yellow stool with mucus. This individual tends to feel worse in the early hours of morning and later feel weak, faint or headachy afterwards. An individual who suffers from these symptoms may also experience stiff joints and muscles.
Homeopathy crohns is generally safe when administered by a professional, especially remedies that have been extremely diluted. However, it is not uncommon for a person to feel worse during treatment. This usually only occurs for a brief period and is usually not uncommon. However, extreme or prolonged side effects such as worsening or no relief from symptoms should be brought to the attention of your health care provider.
Although homeopathy may be an ideal complimentary form of treatment for Crohn’s, it should not replace a doctor’s advice. In addition, if you have a serious case of Crohn’s with persistent symptoms, you may require medical aid for relief and to get the condition under control. Therefore, make sure you consult your health care provider about homeopathy crohns treatments before you begin.

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Ensuring Adequate Nutrition From Your Crohns Diet

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 13:04:36 +0000

Following a specific crohns diet is one of the best self healing remedies you can implement in your lifestyle. The reason is because without proper nutrition a crohn’s sufferer puts themselves at greater risk of malnutrition. Malnutrition is a problem for many people with crohn’s, as it is estimated that as many as 80 percent of people with the disease experience considerable weight loss.
There are many factors that may cause malnutrition in a crohn’s sufferer. Malnutrition may occur from -
- Excessive diarrhea
- Difficulty eating due to gastrointestinal discomfort, pain, nausea and diarrhea
- Badly damaged bowel
- Bowel shortened by surgery can prevent the absorption and digestion of sufficient nutrients.
- Certain medications may reduce the body’s stores of some vitamins and nutrients.
Thus, it is imperative that adequate nutrition is absorbed through the right crohns diet to prevent malabsorption.
What is malabsorption? Malabsorption is when the body does not effectively absorb nutrients (vitamins, minerals, proteins, fat, sugar, etc.) from ingested food. In order for the body to absorb the nutrients from food, the pancreas, liver, bile ducts, and the lining of the small intestine need to be functioning properly. It is through the small intestine that nutrients are absorbed into the blood stream. That is why in most cases, the impairment of food digestion primarily occurs in the small intestine.
The symptoms of malabsorption include: diarrhea, weight loss, dehydration, fatigue, bloating, abdominal pain, skin changes, oily stool and undigested food in stool.
Malabsorption can result in malnutrition, if the body does not receive the sufficient amount of nutrients it requires. Malnutrition is a serious condition that can lead to total parenteral nutrition (nutrition provided intravenously) if not taken care of by a crohns diet.
To ensure their diet contains adequate nutrients, a crohn’s suffer needs to make certain that their diet consist of -
- Lots of hydrating fluids (approximately 10 glasses per day), especially water. Certain herbal teas (I.E. mint, ginger, etc.) may also be added. These fluids help to prevent constipation.
- Eat fiber – When you are not suffering symptoms, make sure your crohns diet is rich in insoluble fiber such as bran, apple, raw vegetables, brown rice, wholegrain bread, etc. However, if you are experiencing crohn’s symptoms or you are prone to diarrhea, focus your diet more on soluble fiber such as the flesh of fruit, oatmeal, soda crackers, cooked vegetables, etc.
- Avoid dairy if you are lactose intolerant. If you suffer from lactose intolerance, your body can not properly absorb milk sugar which can lead to symptoms such as gas, bloating and diarrhea.
- Eat a crohns diet rich in protein – Fish, eggs, beans, nuts, lean meats, etc.
- Lower your intake of caffeine, alcohol, fats and sugars (especially sorbitol – a type of sweetener) as these foods are known to trigger diarrhea.
Essentially, the key to avoiding malnutrition is to eliminate foods in your diet that trigger or worsen symptoms (particularly severe diarrhea), and introduce other “safe” foods that contain the nutrients your body needs that it cannot obtain from the foods that have been eliminated from your crohn’s diet.

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Prednisone as a Crohns Treatment

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 13:02:40 +0000

Long term usuage or high doses can lead to many side effects including weight gain, mood swings, increased hair growth, bone density loss, facial mooning, acne, night sweats, headaches, lower resistance to infections, increased eye pressure, depression, and many more too numerous to mention. Each of these can have profound psychological effects on patients who have no choice but to take prednisone for their inflammatory bowel disease.

Mood swings and depression are especially damaging to a patient with inflammatory bowel disease. Depression further alienates the patient who may already feel very much alone due to the illness which may affect treatment or the patient’s ability to get and remain on a treatment program. Mood swings can have devastating effects such as increased anger taken out unknowingly upon friends and loved ones at a time when a Crohn’s patient needs all the support available.

Bone density loss can lead to brittle bones subject to breaking more easily if not caught early or by using preventative measures such as taking calcium with vitamin D supplements. If not detected early, drugs like fosamax which help the body absorb calcium may be necessary. What young man or woman wants to worry about bones breaking?

Increased facial hair can have negative ramifications for women while acne can also damage the psyche in those who are prescribed prednisone. Prednisone users also must be wary of infections as the medication lowers the body’s resistance. Vigilant monitoring is necessary or a seemingly simple infection could lead to dire consequences.

Other side effects affecting the skin include thinning of the skin and the body bruising more easily. Many patients get large bruises on their body and have no idea how it happened. Prednisone can also lead to an increase in the eye pressure which may cause eye damage. Drugs like trusopt can help control eye pressure but this is just one more worry and drug to take for the patient.

Crohn’s complications can be extremely serious , and possibly fatal, if left untreated. Please learn the signs of Crohn’s disease and what you can do to educate and protect yourself or a loved one.
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About Botanical Crohns Treatments – Are They Suitable?

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 13:02:27 +0000

When first diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, most people want to know each and every treatment that is available for consideration. There are various drugs your doctor might recommend, and there are surgical procedures that you may have to have. A patient can be left wondering what will work best for them, and the answer can only be found through trial and error. Some patients want to go with the traditional methods given to them by their doctor, while others wonder if botanical Crohns treatments might be right for them.
There are times when drugs simply won’t agree with you. You may find that they do not work well, or they have additional side effects that are unbearable. It will be up to you if you want to continue to take them. Crohn’s disease presents differently for each person, and that means how you feel each day will not be the same as the next person. The severity of your symptoms might help you make this decision. Some want to turn to botanical means to help alleviate their symptoms, and this works well for many people. For those who wish to avoid prescription drugs, it can be a successful approach.
Though many try botanical Crohns remedies, you should be aware that they don’t work for everyone. There is also a danger of these herbs having a violent reaction with drugs you get from the pharmacy or are prescribed, and that can mean very serious physical reactions that might make you very sick. You should always talk with your physician when you want to try any natural remedies while taking prescription medications to avoid such reactions. You might think that something labeled natural will always be safe, but this is not always the case.
Once you have talked to your doctor, and they have cleared to you to try botanical methods for symptom relief, you can try a few different herbs. You may find that peppermint soothes your stomach. This is something that many restaurants already know, and offer a peppermint treat on your way out the door. You can also drink chamomile or green tea to see if they help to reduce and calm the inflammation. Other common herbs used are cranesbill, aloe vera juice, licorice, slippery elm bark, and/or witch hazel. Remember to check into each one with thorough research before you start taking them.
When it comes to using botanical Crohns treatments, remember to use your head. You should write down what you are taking, when you are taking it, and how much you have ingested. Keep your physician up to date with everything. You want to be careful where you buy your herbs, as some sources are more pure than others. These types of products are not as carefully regulated as the drugs you get from your pharmacy, and if you take something that is not up to scratch you might not get the results you are looking for during treatment. When starting a natural herbal regime, give it a few weeks and see how you feel, and remember, never use botanical crohns treatments without consulting with your doctor first.

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