About Homeopathy
How does Homeopathy differ from Conventional Medicine?
Conventional medicine seeks to control the symptoms of a condition or illness. An example of this is the hay fever sufferer who is given an antihistamine to “artificially” dry up the runny nose and watery eyes. Now the symptoms are controlled but unpleasant side effects like sleepiness and constipation may result.
Homeopathy is based on the principle of “like cures like” - that is - if a substance can cause symptoms of disease in a healthy person then it can cure a sick person suffering from similar symptoms. The homeopath regards symptoms as the body’s healthy attempt to restore itself to balance. That is why a homeopath will choose a remedy that supports the body’s efforts to restore balance. With the correct homeopathic remedy, there are no side effects and a person is restored to health naturally with an attendant sense of well-being.
Homeopathy recognizes that each person manifests his/her dis-ease in a unique and slightly different way. That is why two people with the same disease will not necessarily receive the same homeopathic remedy. Unlike a “one size fits all” approach, a homeopath chooses a remedy that matches the unique symptom profile of the individual.
Homeopathy looks at any underlying problems that may be causing the symptoms. Treating the underlying problems - “root cause” - will help treat the symptoms as well. In this way, homeopathic treatment does not just control the symptoms.
Finally, a person needs just enough of a homeopathic medicine (or remedy) to stimulate a healing response. It is not necessary to take something every day. Homeopathic treatment is not a “quick fix.” It is a longer lasting treatment that stimulates a person’s immune system so that in time, the need for medicines is reduced or eliminated.