Homeopathic Treatments for Eczema
Eczema is a form of dermatitis (skin inflammation). The term eczema is actually used to describe a wide variety of skin conditions, which include recurring rashes characterized by any one or combination of the following symptoms: redness, swelling, itching, flaking, dryness, blisters and so on. Common types of eczema include Atopic eczema (which is probably the most common and linked to allergies as well as being hereditary), Contact dermatitis, Xerotic eczema (extremely dry skin often exacerbated by cold weather; very prevalent among the elderly) and Seborrhoeic dermatitis (eczema of the scalp and face similar to dandruff).
From the homeopathic point of view, suppressing such skin eruptions by the use of cortisone, steroid creams and other drugs does nothing to cure their underlying causes and can lead to more serious health problems later. For deeper, long-lasting treatment homeopathy adherents believe that a remedy should be chosen by an experienced practitioner with the aim of ultimately bringing the body into better balance, though there are a variety of homeopathic and herbal remedies that can provide temporary relief during flare-ups of skin conditions.
Below are just a few of the homeopathic treatments that have been shown to provide relief to people with eczema:
Antimonium crudum is a sulphide best suited to people with thick, cracked skin who are also prone to indigestion. People who respond well to this treatment tend to be sensitive, love to eat and are overweight. Their eczema also tends to be exacerbated by heat or sun exposure.
Arsenicum album, made from Arsenic trioxide works best when the skin is dry, itchy and burning and has been further irritated by repeated scratching. Indigestion and a general feeling of chilliness are other factors that may indicate use of Arsenicum album.
Arum triphyllum, made from Indian turnip, can be effective in treating flare-ups of allergic skin rashes that are focused on the lower parts of the face especially near the mouth. The lips are cracked and raw (often from the sufferer picking at them constantly) and throat hoarseness and irritation are also usually present.
Petroleum works best on patients with extremely dry skin that tends to crack (especially the fingertips and palms). In winter, this form of eczema often worsens with the skin cracks tending to break open and even bleed.
Sulphur is often indicated for those individuals who have burning, itching eruptions that worsen when exposed to heat as well as after bathing or showering. The affected areas will be red and the skin scaly or crusted. Sulphur often helps bring relief to people who have repeatedly used medications and ointments for their condition in the past without success.
Homeopathic physicians typically recommend the following procedure when deciding on an appropriate remedy. Take one dose and wait for a response. If there is visible improvement, keep waiting and let the remedy work, however If improvement lags significantly or has clearly stopped, then try another dose.
The dosage frequency will vary with the actual condition and the individual. If no response is seen within a reasonable amount of time, select a different remedy.
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