Gastroenteritis causes diarrhea, nausea, abdominal convulsions, and vomiting. This intestinal infection is actually due to the interference of bacteria, viruses or other microbes that mainly attack the intestines and stomach by destabilizing the balance of the intestinal flora. In most cases, gastroenteritis is caused by a virus.
Homeopathic remedies are the most used to treat gastroenteritis, knowing that they are both effective and have no side effects. But before starting the homeopathic treatment, it is necessary to observe better hygiene, starting with the systematic washing of hands and food eaten raw. The homeopath will also need to know the intestinal disorders experienced by the patient, their frequency and the patient's age in order to prescribe the appropriate treatment for the form of gastroenteritis that affects him.
Symptoms of gastroenteritis and the appropriate homeopathic remedy
Any unusual signs that affect the patient should be reported to the homeopath. It is also preferable to emphasize if there is pain in the stomach, if the patient has difficulty defecating or if the stool has blood or food debris that has not been digested. It is thanks to these parameters that the homeopath will be better able to prescribe the treatment that will overcome gastroenteritis as soon as possible.
At the same time, he will know if it is a viral form or bacterial contamination. In any case, homeopathic treatment can target several levels: relieving abdominal cramps, alleviating vomiting and restoring the intestinal flora that is the cause of watery stools. Homeopathic remedies can also be prescribed in case of chills or dizziness that accompany the other symptoms of gastroenteritis, but always depending on the condition of each patient and the manifestations of the infection.
Homeopathic treatment of bacterial gastroenteritis
Bacterial gastroenteritis is usually caused by the absorption of contaminated food that leads to food poisoning. The bacteria involved are most of the time salmonella in raw egg whites, clostridium but also campylobacters. Gastroenteritis of this type is characterized by hot, smelly stools and cramps in the abdomen.
To remedy this with homeopathy, there is nothing like a dose of Arsenicum Album 5 H every 15 minutes and then a dose every hour. If the patient experiences bloating that is relieved at the slightest belching or gas, it is advisable to take a dose of Carbo Végétabilis 5 H every hour. However, sometimes the patient does not feel any pain but passes liquid stools with undigested food remains. In such a case, a dose of China 5 CH every hour is advised.
Homeopathy against violent forms of gastroenteritis
It can happen that gastroenteritis is more violent with bouts of fever and extreme fatigue associated with vomiting, bloating and cramps in the abdomen while the patient is unable to defecate. These manifestations are in the majority of cases caused by a virus, hence the violence of intestinal disturbances and the appearance of fever.
To relieve pain and inhibit the harmful effects of the microorganisms that cause gastroenteritis, the homeopath recommends cadmium sulfuratum known for its effectiveness against severe gastroenteritis. The second treatment consists of taking 5 capsules of Podophyllum peltatum 15 CH, provided that the patient is able to pass the stool.
Homeopathic treatment of sensitive subjects affected by gastroenteritis
Young children, the sick, the elderly and even infants are among the most vulnerable subjects to gastroenteritis. Usually, the disease manifests itself as dehydration, bloody stools, and intense sleep. Patients can also have a temperature above 38°C and vomit without eating anything. For these patients with a fragile digestive system, it is generally recommended to take Magnesia Carbonica, which is the homeopathic remedy suitable for these subjects because of their fragility.
