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DIABETES M AND HOMEOPATHY
· Diabetes was
known to ancient physicians, but ideas about their causes have evolved over
the centuries and still remain uncertain. Chinese medical writings
mention a syndrome of polydipsia, polyphagia and polyuria, describing
diabetes mellitus. It was long thought to be due kidney disease. Later
Von Mering and Minkowsky demonstrated that the cause lies in the pancreas. · Major
causes of Diabetes Mellitus 1. Lack of insulin 2. Presence of factors
that oppose action of insulin · The
diabetic syndrome is characterized by an absolute or relative lack of
circulating insulin. It develops as consequence of an imbalance between
insulin production and release on one hand, and hormonal and tissue factors
on the other hand. Hyperglycemia (increased blood glucose levels) is the
hallmark. · Some sort
of autoregulation is already working without our being aware of it. This
autoregulation is taking care of the insulin production, its amount, quality,
release and distribution on its own through biofeedback mechanisms.
Because of certain reasons, not clearly understood, something goes wrong in
this autoregulation mechanism-producing imbalance resulting in hyperglycemia. · This
hyperglycemia may present 1. Asymptomatically :
generally detected during routine check-ups. 2. Symptomatically : the
classical presentation as polydipsia (increased thirst and dry mouth),
polyuria (excessive urination) and polyphagia (increased appetite). 3. With short term and
long term complications. · The well
known classification of diabetes mellitus is 1. Insulin dependent
(Juvenile DM): Symptoms of type 1 diabetes usually develop over a short
period. Typical symptoms include increased thirst and urination especially in
the night, weight loss despite constant hunger, weakness or fatigue, blurred
vision,abdominal pain especially in children, nausea and vomiting. 2. Non insulin dependent
(maturity onset DM): The symptoms of type 2 diabetes develop gradually. They
are not as sudden in onset as in type 1 diabetes. Symptoms may include:
recurrent blurred vision, frequent infections, tingling sensation / numbness
of limbs, generalized itching, itching in the genital area, slow healing of
wounds or sores, fatigue etc. Many people do not show any symptoms at all. · About
85-90% of all diabetes patients suffers from Type2 Diabetes and the remaining
10% from Type1 Diabetes. · Diabetes is
a disease that is characterized by high blood glucose levels. Ironically, one
of the commonest complication of Type1 Diabetes is a state of low blood
glucose called Hypoglycemia - Pale and cold skin, palpitation, nervousness,
shaking of hands / Tremors, fatigue, extreme hunger, excessive yawning
without cause, etc. And immediate solution is to give anything sweet/sugar
preferably a sweet drink. · Glycosylated
hemoglobin test (Hb A1c test): It is a test with a memory, which narrates the
blood glucose control for the past three months. HOMEOPATHIC APPROACH · Homeopathy as
such a vital role to play in the cure and management of diabetic patients.
Each of the diabetic patients presents this disease in a unique way of its
own, the common thing being the higher blood sugar levels. · Homeopathy
considers “man in disease, rather than disease in manâ€. In other words it takes into account patient as whole- his
immediate sufferings, past illnesses, hereditary tendencies, family history,
emotional status as a whole(during illness and otherwise), liking and
disliking in food, drink, temperature and weather etc and many more things to
derive at a specific medicine for that patient · Diabetic
patients approach a homeopath in the following conditions; 1. When disease is
discovered accidentally, like in a routine health check up. Generally
asymptomatic phase. 2. Presenting with
classical picture 3. Presenting with an
overt problem pointing toward the possibility of disease and investigation
confirms the disease. 4. Presenting an
established case already taking regular allopathic medicines · By
constitutional homeopathic treatment the autoregulatory mechanism is modified
in a favorable way, thereby showing improvements clinically and bringing
blood sugar levels towards normalcy, thus reducing the complications and
increasing quality of life. · During
CONSTITUTIONAL HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT, periodic blood sugar – fasting and PP
(once a month), HbA1c (once in 3-4 months) should be done to monitor the
progress. Cholestrol /lipid profile, fundus examination by eye specialist,
kidney function tests, cardiologist opinion etc may be needed if and when
applicable. · When a
diabetic comes to a homeopath, while he is on regular allopathic treatment,
the first question he asks – Should I stop the allopathic medication to
take homeopathic treatment? And our reply is: Continue your allopathic
treatment as it is and start constitutional homeopathic treatment along with.
In due course of time, as the things improve and blood sugar levels start showing
normalcy, allopathic medication can be reduced gradually till it is no longer
required. And this requires a lot of patience and perseverance not only
from patient himself but from his family also. · Diet
restrictions should be followed strictly. All foods with high carbohydrates
should be stopped. Dietary management is the most essential part of diabetes
management. · Thorough
consideration should be given to exercise and long walks to improve general
fitness. It is important to know which exercises to do and to establish a
schedule for doing them. Aerobic exercises (such as walking, jogging,
dancing) are the best choice. The benefits of exercise are multifaceted: 1. It improves
utilization of glucose by the body cells and reduces blood sugar, thereby
reducing the dosage of medication. 2. It enhances
circulation of blood to different parts of the body. It also increases
collateral circulation in the heart, consequently reducing the episodes of
heart attack markedly. 3. Exercise induces a
sense of well-being by enhancing formation of 'feel-good' hormones
(endorphins & enkephalins). 4. It also improves
stamina and reduces stress.  Copyright
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