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 New book by Dr Shah on Chronic Urticaria
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Urticaria  Frequently Asked Questions
Urticaria is a medical term for hives. It largely results from an allergic process. It can also be non-allergic. One finds bumpy rash on skin which may last for a few minutes to a few hours; with itching, painfulness and at times difficulty in breathing if it affects lips and larynx. What is chronic and acute urticaria? When urticaria lasts for less than three months it is called acute urticaria. When it lasts for more than three months, in the form of continuous episode or recurring episodes, it may be labeled as chronic urticaria. For Click here to read more about chronic urticaria. (link http://www.urticaria.com/app/chronic_urticaria.asp) What are the causes of chronic Urticaria? Chronic urticaria results from a combination of factors which include genetic, hormonal, stress related, allergic and other factors. Please read http://www.urticaria.com/app/causes.asp Can stress cause urticaria? Yes, stress can trigger some immunological changes which may lead to urticaria. Prolonged or intense stress may be responsible for recurring urticaria. But, I get urticaria even when I am not stressed out? Stress can induced certain lasting immunological changes which may continue even when you are not stressed out. In this case, you may get urticaria even when you are relaxed. What happens in urticaria? Please check this animated presentation to understand urticaria in brief. http://www.urticaria.com/app/images/urticaria.html Treatment: Conventional treatment: I have been taking anti-histamine medicines, which helps; but, I get rash soon on stopping it. Why? Antihistamine, as the name suggests, nullifies the effect of histamine, which is released as a result of allergic process. However, antihistamine medication does not control the underlying cause of histamine release. So, you feel better only when you take antihistamine. Read more about it at http://www.urticaria.com/app/antihistamines.asp Do you mean to say that antihistamines are not useful? Well, they are very useful during acute attacks. But, they do not cure chronic urticaria, in my experience. They are often addictive. What is the role of steroids in urticaria? Steroids are powerful drugs which may be indicated in most severe and life threatening cases of urticaria which may have led to swelling of lips, larynx and respiratory tract. Casual use of steroids is more detrimental. Homeopathic treatment: What is homeopathy? Homeopathy is an alternative medicine originated in Germany. Please click this for more information. http://www.urticaria.com/app/homoeopathy.asp Why do you suggest homeopathy treatment for urticaria? The homeopathic treatment treats chronic urticaria by possibly regulating the immune mechanism. Read more http://www.urticaria.com/app/treatment.asp What is the strength and limitation of homeopathic treatment? Homeopathic medicines treat chronic urticaria very effectively without side effects. The strength of homeopathy is in the treatment of chronic, lasting, recurring and resistant cases of urticaria, which one may have for months or years together. The limitation is that homeopathy may not work as fast as antihistamine or steroids. If I am on the conventional antihistamines or steroids, can I start with homeopathy? Yes. Do I need to stop the conventional medicines if I have to start with homeopathy? No. Initially, you have to continue both the medicines simultaneously. Once your urticaria improves by about 25%, you have to reduce the dose of antihistamines slowly; aiming at stopping it completely at one point. I have been on the conventional treatment (antihistamines) for last ten years. I cannot even stop it for 10 days. Is it really possible to stop it if I start homeopathy? Yes, it is very much possible. Are there side effects of homeopathic medicines? No. Not at all. Do they interact with the conventional medicines? No. Homeopathic medicines can be safely taken with the conventional medicines. When do I start seeing improvement after starting homeopathy medicine? Most patients start observing improvement within about six to eight weeks. Those who are on steroids may take time. If I am on some other medications such as drugs for diabetes, hypertension, etc.; do I have to stop them while on homeopathy? No. You can continue all other medicines for other diseases if you start with homeopathy. Homeopathy does not adversely interact with the conventional medicines. What are homeopathic medicines prepared from? The homeopathic medicines are largely sources from minerals, herbs, chemicals, etc. More information available at http://www.urticaria.com/app/ingredients.asp How much time does homeopathy take to cure my chronic urticaria? The length of time depends on the factors such as duration of urticaria, underlying causes, current treatment, etc. You can check curability chances through online assessment test. http://www.urticaria.com/app/curability-register.asp Do homeopathic medicines contain steroids (cortisone)? The steroids or cortisone are never used in homeopathy. It is surprising that when homeopathy works very well, some people like to suspect that the medicines may contain some cortisone. Also, the laboratory tests may have some false results, as expleiand in a seperate article, for which please click here. For other Online Treatment related Frequently Asked Questions, please click here. |
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