Cervicitis

Check out for infection when there are other symptoms.

One of the commonest complaints every woman would have at some point in their lives is a backache. But, if that comes along with other symptoms like a vaginal discharge and a lower abdominal pain which seems to recur too often with varying intensity, then she needs to be investigated.

A woman’s pelvis contains uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes connecting through them.

The mouth of the uterus enters into the cervix downwards and is capable of resisting and blocking any infection to get through with a production of protective cells lining the area. But certain infective agents spreading through sexual transmission like gonorrhea, Chlamydia and certain other bacteria have the potential to break through and spread through to the internal organs causing an infection. Backache is as usual a limiting factor.

There is a vaginal discharge between the appearance of menstrual periods which is more of a spotting and tends to disappear the next day.

There could be an offensive discharge too which can take a yellow or a greenish colour as and when the intensity of infection is high. This could be associated with itching in the external genitalia, etc.

Often such women suffer from a painful intercourse. If the infection is predominant it could lead to fever too.

As the infection spreads to the mouth of uterus and into the lining of the uterus there is erratic bleeding.

If it spreads along the course of the fallopian tubes the ensuing discharge tends to block the area and is the reason for some cases of infertility wherein the ovum discharged from the uterus does not seep through. The infection is all likely to spread to the ovaries too and is termed as ‘oophoritis’. Since this disease can also cause a burning sensation while passing urine, it is sometimes confused for a urinary tract infection.

Abdominal pain is another feature of such an infection and more so a woman feels there is tenderness on pressure on the abdomen.

This particular infection is more likely to spread through sexual transmission and it is imperative to practice safe sex.

In an event of one partner suffering from this infection, both need to be treated simultaneously so that it is rooted out for good.

This condition is known to cause infertility and ectopic pregnancy too wherein the fertilised ovum gets implanted at areas apart from the cavity of uterus and can be life threatening if not attended to promptly.

In such a scenario, it is necessary to treat it on time or at least on being able to identify it.

Homoeopathic medicine has good remedies like Ac. Nit, Kreosote, Borax which can help when there is a predominant infection of the cervix producing the typical discharge. If there is spread of the infection to the uterine layer remedies like Kali carb, Pulsatilla, Colocynth would be of use. If the fallopian tubes are affected Arsenic alb and Mercurius are of help. Apis mel, Thuja have always been able to influence the affection of the ovaries. During surgery pus can be removed, scar tissue can be excised and if at all the any of the tissues are damaged they would be cleared too.
Such complementary medication can help get rid of the Pelvic inflammatory disease and prevent complications.

Dryness of Mouth

I am a 39-year-old under medication of Diabetes with fair control. I also suffer from belching and heartburn. But the main problem is the dryness of the mouth which compels me to drink water often. Can Homoeopathy help?

Vighnya.

BRYONIA 30C three times a day for three days should give you initial relief from dryness of mouth. If it recurs consult a Homoeopath.

Tonsillitis

My 9-year-old daughter suffers from frequent cold and throat pain with difficulty in swallowing. Can Homeopathy help?

Savitha.

Homeopathic Medicine has good remedies like Belladonna, Baryta carb, Kali bich which can reduce the episode of tonsillitis and also see that the frequent occurrence is curtailed by treating the cause. Consult a Homoeopath.

Skin allergy

Everytime I go out in the sun in I develop itching on the hands and if I continue to do so there are some pale discolored patches on the skin . It was diagnosed as “photodermatitis” but is there a remedy ?

Suniti.

Apis mel, Natrum mur, Natrum carb, Sulphur, Ars alb, are a few remedies which have a potential to restore the skin’s reaction to normalcy . Consult a Homoeopath.

Stress and health

I work in job which is target and time-oriented and am part of a family with stress in relationships. I suffer from acidity, loose motions, headache, lethargy etc. I have undergone medication for all these symptoms only to get back into the problems. Can Homeopathy help?

ABC

Stress at occupation and family fronts have developed a state of anxiety and to a certain extent depression too that have manifested in the form of the symptoms you are suffering from.

Homeopathic medicine can help you significantly in all these symptoms and subduing your reaction to the situation. Consult a Homoeopath.