Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some examples:
Short-term (acute) ailments such as colds and flu and other infectious disease including those affecting children like chicken-pox; also ear infections, recurrent chest or throat infections, bedwetting, nightmares, fears and anxieties.
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Homeopathy works well for accidents, injuries, including sports injuries.
Long-term illness (chronic) conditions such as migraine, eczema, asthma, and allergies including hay fever, arthritis, and hormonal imbalances e.g. thyroid disorders; also digestive disturbances, cystitis, chronic fatigue, insomnia and infertility.
Conditions particular to women e.g. menstrual irregularities, endometriosis and disturbances during the menopause can all be addressed using homeopathic medicines.
Also conditions particular to men e.g. conditions of the prostate.
All mental and emotional states respond well to homeopathy e.g. anxiety, fears and phobias.
Homeopathy works alongside conventional treatments for cancer and other tumours.
If you are unsure if Homeopathy is suitable for your condition please contact me so we can discuss it.
Will Homeopathic medicines interfere with my conventional medication ?Homeopathic medicines work alongside the treatment you may be receiving from your doctor or other practitioner. It is important that you do not suddenly stop taking your conventional medication. As treatment progresses your need for conventional medication my well reduce, this needs to be monitored by your doctor.
Are there substances I should avoid while taking Homeopathic medicines ?I suggest to patients that they avoid food, drink and toothpaste for 15 minutes each side of taking the Homeopathic medicine.
Some homeopaths suggest avoiding coffee and mints or mint toothpaste or inhaling strong smelling substances.
In my experience other substances do not often affect Homeopathic medicines. I discuss this on an individual basis.