IBS and Homeopathy Treatment
The exact cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is not known, it is a functional disorder of the colon. When your digestion is affected by a group of health disorders it is often referred to as IBS or Irritable Bowel Syndrome. This common problem affects the stomach and intestines and causes stomach cramps, bloating and changes in the bowel movements like diarrhoea and constipation.
The cause can be unknown but it may be due to over-sensitive nerves in the gut, imbalance in the gut microbes, food triggers, elevated stress levels or low mood, and even a family history of IBS.
There are 4 sub-categories of IBS –
- IBS-D (IBS Diarrhoea) where the main symptoms centre around abdominal discomfort and diarrhoea
- IBS-C (IBS Constipation) where the main symptoms centre around abdominal discomfort and constipation
- IBS-M (IBS Mixed) where the main symptoms centre around abdominal discomfort and alternating diarrhoea and constipation
- IMS-U (IBS Unspecified) where the main symptoms vary.
IBS sufferers can also experience pain, bloating, gas, weight loss, reduced appetite, fatigue and anxiety. Some IBS suffers feel a lot of distress and discomfort with their health problem, and can feel worried to leave their home in case they need to visit the toilet urgently.
Is IBS curable with homeopathy? We look at treatments for the symptoms and causes below.
Best homeopathic medicines for IBS
Homeopathic medicine for IBS can really help you to deal with this common digestive disorder. It can support you to reduce and heal your day to day symptoms, treating you at all levels physical, mental and emotional. Homeopathic treatment can address the underlying gut problems and improve your overall digestive health.
Homeopathy can be very effective in dealing with IBS by reducing the intensity of the symptoms and also addressing the root cause of the problem. You may have read about Allen A70 for IBS this is a Homeopathic combination remedy to help alleviate the symptoms of IBS. This can be a useful remedy to have from time to time but if you want to address the root cause of the problem and heal your IBS and gut health then an individualised approach with specific prescriptions tailored to you and given by a qualified Homeopath is the best approach.
Arsenicum Alb
Arsenicum Alb. can be a helpful IBS Homeopathic medicine when you experience a lot of diarrhoea, have heart-burn or nausea with burning pain and you feel restless, anxious and cold.
Arg. Nit.
Arg Nit can be the indicated IBS Homeopathic medicine when there is burping, flatulence and bloating accompanying the digestive problems. You may also have diarrhoea that looks greenish.
Nux Vomica
Nux Vomica can be the indicated IBS Homeopathic medicine when there is abdominal pain, bowel problems and tension. You will feel irritable and there may also be painful gas or cramps. When there is constipation you will have the urge for a bowel movement but will pass small amounts. This can also alternate with diarrhoea where you will feel better for a looser bowel movement but the pain will return after the movement. There can be alternation of diarrhoea and constipation. When you eat spicy food, or you have coffee or alcohol your symptoms will get worse.
Lycopodium
Lycopodium can be a useful IBS Homeopathic remedy for you to take if you have chronic digestive problems with a feeling of bloatedness and a large amount of gas. You may also have stomach pain or heart-burn and you will feel better for eating, perhaps with excessive hunger, you may even crave sweet foods.
Nat. Carb.
Nat. Carb can be a great IBS Homeopathic medicine if you have to endure a restricted diet avoiding certain foods such as dairy as they will feel more unwell and can experience gas and diarrhoea if they consume milk products. You may feel weak and sensitive and want to rest and be on your own.
Podophyllum
Podophyllum is a useful IBS Homeopathic remedy if you have tummy pain, cramping with gurgling and an empty feeling in the stomach followed by offensive diarrhoea that alternates with constipation. Mucus may be present in the bowel movements. The symptoms are often at the worst in the morning and can cause weakness and a headache.
Homeopathy for Anxiety and IBS
Anxiety often accompanies IBS, whether your IBS is stress related or it causes you stress or worry. Homeopathic treatment is holistic in it’s approach and addresses symptoms at a physical, mental and emotional level. The Homeopathic approach is to give complete care, tackle symptoms and allow the body to recover and heal.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Homeopathic Therapy
Homeopathic Therapy addresses your IBS at a physical, mental and emotional level. Homeopathic medicine will treat your day to day symptoms and address the underlying cause of your IBS. If you suffer from anxiety, or your IBS is stress related Homeopathic Therapy can help you at the mental and emotional level too helping you feel calmer and well again.
Homeopathic medicine can be really helpful in treating gut health problems, including IBS. I specialise in treating digestive disorders, my solution is a gut health treatment plan that is suitable for people aged 12-65 who are suffering from IBS or digestive problems. This gut treatment package includes 1-2-1 online consultations with me Kiran, a qualified Homeopath with over 16 year of professional clinical experience, a bespoke plan for homeopathic remedies, a nourishment plan and regular check-in phone calls and email support.
Start by booking a free consultation to talk about your IBS and gut health with me and how homeopathy can address your symptoms and help reduce your symptoms naturally and feel calmer, centred and well.
Once you start a course of Homeopathic treatment you should start to notice improvements within a few weeks. Homeopathic treatment for gut health and IBS problems usually lasts around 3 – 6 months. This will vary according to your symptoms, how long you have had them and the severity.
Get in touch to book your free consultation with me and let’s work together to naturally calm your IBS and relieve you of digestive problems.
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