Homeopathic treatment of rectal prolapse in a kitten: a case report

Rectal prolapse be either partial or incomplete in nature and is defined as double layer evagination of the rectum through the anal canal. The common associated causations which can be seen in kittens are severe endoparasitism, enteritis, and associated tenesmus (Fossum, 2002). Rectal prolapse is the one of the most encountered surgical conditions involving the rectum in all domestic animal species (Tyagi and Singh, 1993). Surgical intervention is the most common treatment methodology adopted but however, in cases where surgery is not indicated, required, not opted by the owner, becomes a challenge to treat. Therefore, finding alternative therapies for clinical management is the need of hour. The objective of this study is to report successful management of rectal prolapse in a 5-month-old kitten having 4 episodes of prolapse in five days. The homeopathic medicines used in this case were Sepia 200C and Ruta g. 200C. The patient revealed a favourable response by 2nd day of the treatment and complete healing was observed on 7th day. This therapeutic protocol used was conclusive and it re-established the normal intake of food and energy level. Hence, homeopathic treatment can be considered as an alternative therapy for clinical management of rectal prolapse in a Felines and Canines.

Spectroscopic, Dielectric Dispersion and Quantum Electrodynamical view point of Ultrahigh Dilutions

In previous issues, Sukul et al published two papers on Raman spectroscopic profiles of Sulphur, Natrum mur, Calcarea carb and Sepia. The authors observed that the free water molecules and hydrogen bond strength of OH groups are two unique features that differentiate a drug and even potency. The latest article in this issue is in continuation of the previous work. In this work authors studied the Raman spectra and FTIR profiles of three dilutions of X-ray and Magnetis poli ambo. The work seems interesting as these remedies are imponderabilia and do not have any molecular starting point, therefore, their mother tinctures, potencies, and vehicle are identical with respect to chemical composition, i.e. ethanol and water. This goes in contrast and comparison to previous works with organic and inorganic sources remedies.

Uso de nosódios na prática clínica: resultados de uma enquete / Use of nosodes in homeopathic clinical practice: a survey

Os nosódios são preparações homeopáticas de materiais orgânicos derivados de produtos inativos de doenças, culturas de microrganismos (bactérias, vírus e fungos, por exemplo) ou parasitas, material infectado ou com alterações patológicas ou produtos de decomposição animal ou humana feitos seguros através do procedimento farmacotécnico homeopático. Os nosódios têm papel importante na prática clínica. São frequentemente indicados como medicamentos usuais, intercorrentes, antimiasmáticos, agudos, etc., de acordo com a percepção individual de cada profissional. Assim, há variações no uso clínico desses medicamentos, que pode estar influenciado pelo conhecimento, experiência, proficiência e noções preconcebidas dos profissionais. A presente pesquisa objetivou investigar o uso real dos nosódios na prática clínica homeopática.

Nosodes are homeopathic preparations of organic materials derived from inactivated disease products, cultures of microorganisms (e.g., bacteria, fungi and viruses) or parasites, infected or pathologically changed material or decomposition products from humans or animals, rendered safe during the homeopathic manufacturing process. In homeopathic clinical practice, nosodes have an important and indispensable part. They are frequently indicated as common, intercurrent, anti-miasmatic, or acute remedies, etc., depending on the physician’s perception. But there are variations in their clinical use, which might be influenced by the background knowledge, experience, expertise and preconceived notions of practitioners. The present survey sought to find the actual use made of nosodes in homeopathic clinical practice.

Uso de nosódios na prática clínica: resultados de uma enquete / Use of nosodes in homeopathic clinical practice: a survey

Os nosódios são preparações homeopáticas de materiais orgânicos derivados de produtos inativos de doenças, culturas de microrganismos (bactérias, vírus e fungos, por exemplo) ou parasitas, material infectado ou com alterações patológicas ou produtos de decomposição animal ou humana feitos seguros através do procedimento farmacotécnico homeopático. Os nosódios têm papel importante na prática clínica. São frequentemente indicados como medicamentos usuais, intercorrentes, antimiasmáticos, agudos, etc., de acordo com a percepção individual de cada profissional. Assim, há variações no uso clínico desses medicamentos, que pode estar influenciado pelo conhecimento, experiência, proficiência e noções preconcebidas dos profissionais. A presente pesquisa objetivou investigar o uso real dos nosódios na prática clínica homeopática. (AU)

Nosodes are homeopathic preparations of organic materials derived from inactivated disease products, cultures of microorganisms (e.g., bacteria, fungi and viruses) or parasites, infected or pathologically changed material or decomposition products from humans or animals, rendered safe during the homeopathic manufacturing process. In homeopathic clinical practice, nosodes have an important and indispensable part. They are frequently indicated as common, intercurrent, anti-miasmatic, or acute remedies, etc., depending on the physician’s perception. But there are variations in their clinical use, which might be influenced by the background knowledge, experience, expertise and preconceived notions of practitioners. The present survey sought to find the actual use made of nosodes in homeopathic clinical practice. (AU)

Efficacy of homeopathic intervention in subclinical hypothyroidism with or without autoimmune thyroiditis in children: an exploratory randomized control study.

INTRODUCTION: The decision to treat subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) with or without autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT) in children, presents a clinical dilemma. This study was undertaken to evaluate the efficacy of individualized homeopathy in these cases. METHODS: The study is an exploratory, randomized, placebo controlled, single blind trial. Out of 5059 school children (06-18 years) screened for thyroid disorders, 537 children had SCH/AIT and 194 consented to participate. Based on primary outcome measures (TSH and/or antiTPOab) three major groups were formed: Group A - SCH + AIT (n = 38; high TSH with antiTPOab+), Group B - AIT (n = 47; normal TSH with antiTPOab+) and Group C - SCH (n = 109; only high TSH) and were further randomized to two subgroups-verum and control. Individualized homeopathy or identical placebo was given to respective subgroup. 162 patients completed 18 months of study. RESULTS: Baseline characteristics were similar in all the subgroups. The post treatment serum TSH (Group A and C) returned to normal limits in 85.94% of verum and 64.29% of controls (p < 0.006), while serum AntiTPOab titers (Group A and B) returned within normal limits in 70.27%of verum and 27.02%controls (p < 0.05). Eight children (10.5%) progressed to overt hypothyroidism (OH) from control group. CONCLUSION: A statistically significant decline in serum TSH values and antiTPOab titers indicates that the homeopathic intervention has not only the potential to treat SCH with or without antiTPOab but may also prevent progression to OH.

Thyroid status two decades after salt iodization: country-wide data in school children from India.

OBJECTIVE: Country-wide evaluation of thyroid disorders in school children following two decades of universal salt iodization (USI) has not been carried out till date. This study was planned with aim to assess thyroid status of school children two decades after the launch of USI programme. DESIGN: Population survey. PATIENTS: We collected data from 25 schools in 19 cities across five different geographical zones of India. Those children who were evaluated for anthropometry, and goitre status by palpation formed 'total population'. Children who consented to give blood samples were defined as 'study population'. MEASUREMENTS: Serum free T3, free T4, TSH, anti-TPO antibody and thyroid ultrasound. RESULTS: A total of 38,961 children aged 5-15 years formed total population. Goitre rate was 15.5% while thyroid hypoechogenicity was found in 4404 (11.3%) children. In the study population (13,790 children), 2258 (16.4%) had goitre, 505 (3.7%) had positive anti-TPO antibody titres, 1001 (7.3%) had hypothyroidism (TSH > 5.2 µIU/ml) and 41 (0.3%) had thyrotoxicosis (TSH < 0.1 µIU/ml). Among goitrous children, 203 (9.0%) had anti-TPO positivity, 365 (16.1%) had hypoechogenicity of thyroid and either of these were present in 488 (21.6%) children. CONCLUSIONS: Endemic goitre in school children persisted nationwide, despite more than two decades of USI programme. Thyroid autoimmunity only partially explains the increase in goitre prevalence.

Establishment of age-specified bone mineral density reference range for Indian females using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry.

We undertook this study to establish age-specified bone mineral density (BMD) reference range for Indian females using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. BMD at multiple skeletal sites was measured in 2034 healthy women aged 18--85yr. The effect of anthropometry and biochemical parameters on BMD was determined. Peak BMD was observed between 30 and 35yr at the hip, lumbar spine, and radius. Significant positive correlation of height and weight with BMD was observed at 33% radius, femur neck, and lumbar spine, whereas significant negative correlation was seen between serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and serum parathyroid hormone levels with BMD at aforementioned sites. On multivariate regression analysis, age, weight, and serum ALP were the most consistent contributors to variance in the BMD. Compared with age-matched US females, BMD of lumbar spine was significantly lower for our subjects in all age groups. Prevalence of osteoporosis among women aged older than 50yr was significantly higher based on Caucasian T-scores as opposed to using peak BMD/standard deviation values from the population under review at lumbar spine but not at femoral neck.