Atopic Dermatitis Symptoms, Causes and Homeopathy Treatment

Homeopathic remedies are very effective for curing atopic dermatitis but it requires careful observation and selection of matching remedies Some of the top remedies are given below

Dr.K.S. Gopi a researcher, academician, practitioner, and author of best seller book Homeopathy Easy Prescriber has identified important remedies for this condition 

Atopic Dermatitis Homeopathic Medicines by Indications

• Sulphur 200  for atopic dermatitis with dry scaly skin and severe itching. The itching is worse at night and gets warm in bed. The itching is accompanied or followed by a great heated sensation. The skin is dirty and unhealthy. Sulphur patients have a marked aversion to bathing. Sulphur persons have a peculiar craving for sweets. Sulphur is effective for the relapse of atopic dermatitis in the spring season or in damp weather. It is also indicated for atopic dermatitis resulting from the abuse of local medications like ointments or any other form of external medication.
• Graphites 200 is another excellent remedy for atopic dermatitis that appears in folds of skin. The folds include elbow bend, knee bend, the area behind the ear, groin, and neck. There is either rawness with itching or there may be eruptions in folds with discharges. The peculiar character of discharge is glue-like sticky in nature. Flexural eczema is atopic dermatitis that develops in flexural areas, such as the backs of the knees, the inner elbows, and the wrists.
• Rhus tox 30 is best for atopic dermatitis with asthmatic complaints. Atopic dermatitis is the most common chronic skin disease of young children and is frequently associated with asthma and allergies. Atopic dermatitis and asthma are both inflammatory conditions caused by overreactions of the immune system. Rhus Tox 30 is prescribed where the skin is either reddened with severe itching or filled with vesicular eruptions on the skin. Marked burning and scaling of the skin may also be present. In Rhus tox, the complaints are mainly seen in wet, rainy weather.
• Mezereum 200 is an effective remedy for atopic dermatitis with weeping eruptions on the scalp. There is a thick scab formation on the scalp under which collects thick pus. The hair becomes matted due to thick discharges. The discharges are highly offensive and may lead to vermin breeding. Severe itching and burning mainly at night is marked. Dermatitis is inflammation of the upper layers of the skin (a defensive mechanism of the body), causing itching, blisters, redness, swelling, and often oozing, scabbing, and scaling
• Anagallis Arvensis 3X is effective for dermatitis of fingers and palms. Palms are especially affected. The symptoms are the appearance of vesicles in groups with itching and a tingling sensation in it. Hand eczema (also known as 'dermatitis') is one of the most common types of eczema. It mainly affects the palms but can affect other parts of the hand, too. The main symptoms are dry, itchy skin that is red or darker than the surrounding skin
• Natrum mur 200 is best for atopic dermatitis with eruptions along the hairline. The trigger is usually an inflammatory reaction to excess Malassezia yeast, also sometimes called pityrosporum. The eruptions are dry with the rawness of skin along the margin of the scalp. Dry eruptions appear in the bends of the elbow and hollow of the knee. There is crusting along the hairline. Warmth and heat worsen the condition. The Nat mur patients have a special craving for salt.
• Kali Sulphuricum 30  is prescribed when there is itching and burning on the affected part with excessive peeling of skin (epithelium) occurs. After the epithelium peel, a moist, yellow-coloured base remains on the skin. The outermost layer of the epidermis which provides a physical barrier against environmental damage and water loss can be defective which leads to atopic dermatitis originating in the stratum corneum. On the other hand, exfoliative dermatitis happens as a reactive condition - a reaction to an underlying health condition or trigger. These triggers lead your skin cells to turn over, or die and shed, too quickly.
• Lycopodium Clavatum 200  is effective for atopic dermatitis where hard, indurated skin with cracks is present. Bleeding also occurs. Lycopodium patients have gastric problems and a craving for sweets. They prefer hot food and drinks. The complaints are worse between 4-8 pm.
• Petroleum 200 is best for atopic dermatitis where the skin gets thickened, dried up, and is covered with crusts, mainly green in color. Fissures and cracks with bleeding are also present. All complaints are worse in winter.
• Pix liquida 30 is best for eruptions on the back of the hands. Deep cracks and bleeding occurs. Intense itching is also present.
• Croton tig 30 is prescribed for atopic dermatitis with eruptions are found on the genitals and testes. Penis eczema (atopic dermatitis) is a condition that causes the skin on your penis to become dry, discolored, itchy and bumpy. It may appear anywhere on your penis, including the head (glans), shaft, or foreskin.
• Histaminum 30  is best for atopic dermatitis where allergic rhinitis is present. As per the national institute of health or NIH, the atopic syndrome is a predisposition toward an exaggerated IgE-mediated immune response in reaction to an allergen. A patient with atopy typically presents with one or more of the following disorders: eczema (atopic dermatitis), asthma, or allergic rhinitis.
• Hepar sulph 30 is another effective medicine for moist atopic dermatitis with itching in the folds of the skin. After scratching, pimples form on the skin. Dermatitis is worse during cold dry winds and better in damp rainy weather and warmth. It is also effective eruptions on the genitals and scrotum. Cold, dry conditions sap the natural moisture from your skin, and dry skin can cause flares, especially with eczema. On the other hand, warm, sunny, and humid weather brings relief to some people
• Sepia officinalis 200 is an effective remedy for atopic dermatitis in circular spots in isolated places. Sepia is effective for dry dermatitis in the bends of joints of the elbow and knees. There is violent itching eruptions but no relief from scratching. The itching is worse from cold air exposure. The skin is dry with cracks in it. Sepia is also effective for women of menopausal age suffering from dermatitis.
• Staphysagria 30 is prescribed for dermatitis when scratching location of itching changes (due to itch-scratch cycle of varying intensity in different parts of the body). Staphysagria is effective for dermatitis of head, ears , face and body. Thick dry scales which itch violently.
  
• Streptococcinum 1M is effective for relapsing dermatitis (reappearance of dermatitis after cure). Scratching gives pleasure. Recurrent dermatitis is due to the susceptibility of the patient to heat, humidity and temperature changes, Other factors include gender, family history, childbirth history, and exclusive breastfeeding.
• Vinca minor 30 is effective for atopic dermatitis of scalp where itching is accompanied by an irresistible desire to scratch. After scratching moisture exudes from the scalp, resulting in matting up of the hair.

Source: blog article in ks-gopi dot blog spot dot com

Tip For best results, the medicines should match the indicated symptoms or as advised by your doctor

Note: above medicines are available in 2-dram medicated globules or 30 ml dilutions (sealed unit). 

Dosage: (Pills) Adult and children 2 years of age and older: Dissolve 4 pills under the tongue 3 times a day until relieved or as directed by a physician. (Drops): The usual dosage is 3-4 drops in a teaspoon of water 2-3 times daily. Dosage may vary depending on the conditions. Always consult a Homeopathic Physician before taking medicines

Other patent homeopathic specialty medicines for atopic dermatitis treatment

SBL Cardiospermum Helicacabum Cream for Psoriasis & Atopic dermatitis. Intensive topical treatment, although underused, is an effective first-line approach for patients with severe atopic dermatitis.

Medisynth Dermoline drops & cream for Atopic dermatitis, Eczema

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