Sulphur, the basic element from which the homeopathic remedy called Sulphur is made, is a yellowish chemical substance. It is widespread around volcanic springs and craters. To make Sulphur, the sulphur will first be purified and then finely ground. After the crushing of the sulphur in the lactose, the process continues with dilution and dynamisation which aim to enhance the therapeutic properties of the product. Sulfur is effective in the treatment of various pathologies.
Infectiology
Sulfur is a medication that treats viral infections (herpes, measles, chickenpox), bacterial infections (whooping cough, impetigo, stye, furunculosis) and parasitic infections such as scabies. It helps to attenuate, or even stop, the painful manifestations resulting from these infections.
Sulfur Dermatology
significantly improves the health of patients affected by eczema, dermatitis, dermatoses, ringworm and acne. It reduces purulent rashes, itching of the skin and scalp as well as any skin abnormalities. Sulfur is also recommended in the presence of pruritus, dartre, diaper rash, frostbite, cellulitis and psoriasis.
ENT
The healing properties of Sulfur can be used to treat several inflammatory pathologies such as colds, chronic or seasonal rhinitis, coryza, chronic otitis and mumps. Many other ailments such as nasal catarrhs, polyps, epistaxis, sore throat, auditory wheezing may require the prescription of this remedy.
Pulmonology
Diseases of the respiratory system can be treated with Sulfur. This remedy is very suitable for treating respiratory disorders (dyspnea) as well as diseases of the lungs and bronchi. It is prescribed in pulmonology to treat bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma and pleurisy, which results in inflammation of the pleura, an organ that surrounds the lungs. It is characterized by coughing fits and difficulty breathing.
Ophthalmology
Sulfur is a very effective remedy for various inflammations of the eye. Thus, this medication is recommended if ophthalmia, blepharitis or keratitis occurs. These pathologies can be chronic and accompanied by itching and burning sensations. Sulfur can also treat eyes affected by cataracts or glaucoma that result in decreased eyesight or blindness. The administration of Sulfur also helps to stop ulcerations of the cornea and the area around the eyelids. It allows the successful treatment of ophthalmoplegia. The latter are characterized by paralysis of the muscles of the eye, following damage to the motor nerves. They are often associated with a migraine.
Gastroenterology
Sulfur is also indicated for stomach ulcers, gastritis and ulcerative colitis. These pathologies, which affect the stomach, the stomach mucosa and the colon respectively, are associated with burning sensations or irritation. Sulfur is also a therapeutic solution that alleviates belly bloating, belching and diarrhea.
Rheumatology
The treatment of rheumatic and joint pain with the administration of Sulfur is effective. Prescribing this remedy greatly improves the health of patients who suffer from arthritis, synovitis, or gout. It is especially recommended in the presence of sharp pain in the hands, in case of numbness, in case of stiffness in the neck, knees and ankles and in case of rheumatic pain in the left shoulder. These symptomatic manifestations, especially rheumatic pain, are aggravated by heat and dry cold.
Sulfur Cardiology
is an excellent remedy for the treatment of heart rhythm disorders. In any case, when dysfunctions or abnormalities occur in the regularity or frequency of the heartbeat, this remedy is a valuable therapeutic aid. It is remarkably effective in the face of palpitations or in the presence of ventricular failure, aneurysm, vascular congestion and any other heart disorder marked by an irregularity in the distribution of blood in the body.
Urology
When the symptoms of prostatitis are more intense during the night with a marked improvement when the patient is moving or exposed to fresh air, Sulfur is the appropriate remedy. This remedy is effective against diseases confined to the urinary tract. Therefore, in addition to prostatitis, chronic inflammation of the bladder (cystitis), urethritis as well as urinary continence and enuresis are among the diseases treated with Sulfur. It provides relief to patients who have frequent urination, frequent urination or who are confronted with penile pain or involuntary ejaculation.
Gynecology
Sulfur is a healthy therapeutic alternative for women affected by gynecological disorders related to menstruation. Premenstrual syndromes, late, heavy, irregular or painful periods are treated thanks to the medicinal virtues of this remedy. Also, vaginal yeast infections, leucorrhoea and vaginitis are gynecological indications for Sulfur.
Recommended dosage in case of infectious diseases
Sulfur 9 CH is used in the treatment of cases of shingles, at the rate of a single dose, renewable if necessary, seven days later. The dosage indicated against boils, styes and frostbite is one dose of Sulfur 15 CH, to be taken one to four times a month.
Recommended dosage in case of dermatological pathologies
With regard to the treatment of pustular acne, cases of pruritus and different forms of dermatoses, it is advisable to take a dose of Sulfur 15 CH, one to four times a month. For the treatment of eczema, the dosage consists of taking a dose of Sulfur 15 CH, once a week.
Recommended dosage in case of ENT pathologies
The administration of a dose of Sulfur 15 CH once to four times a week can be used to treat patients affected by the common cold. To treat chronic rhinitis, dilutions of 9 to 30 CH can be prescribed at a rate of one dose, to be taken one to four times a month.
Recommended dosage in case of pulmonary pathologies
For asthmatic (allergic) subjects, a weekly dose of Sulfur 9 CH is appropriate. For cases of chronic bronchitis, the dosage is one dose of Sulfur 9 to 30 CH.
Recommended dosage in case of ophthalmological pathologies
In the presence of paralysis of the muscles of the eye (ophthalmoplegia), the duration of treatment is four weeks at the rate of a weekly dose of Sulfur 15 CH, preferably on Sunday days.
Recommended dosage in case of gastroenterological pathologies
Colitis can be treated by taking a dose of Sulfur 15 CH per week. As for diarrhoea, it may require two weeks of treatment at the rate of three granules of Sulfur 15 CH when you get up.
Recommended dosage in case of rheumatic pathologies
Taking one dose of Sulfur 15 CH per week helps relieve cases of rheumatism. For multi-joint pain, the treatment will consist of taking 5 granules daily or 1 dose of Sulfur 9 to 15 CH weekly, according to the doctor's recommendations.
Recommended dosage in case of heart pathologies
As far as heart problems in general and ventricular insufficiency are concerned, the dosage is one dose of Sulfur 15 CH, to be taken once a week.
Recommended dosage in case of urological pathologies
The dilution of Sulphur to 15 CH is used in the treatment of urinary disorders. The dose is taken once a week to treat people affected by chronic cystitis or bedwetting.
Recommended dosage in case of gynaecological pathologies
For five days, three granules of Sulfur 5 CH, to be taken three times a day, are prescribed in the presence of a vaginal yeast infection. In the case of vaginitis, it is advisable to take a dose of Sulfur 15 CH per week.