Common Cold

Complications

A cold is not usually serious, and colds mostly disappear after 7–10 days.

They include:

• pneumonia
• acute bronchitis
• bronchiolitis
• croup
• otitis media (middle ear infection)
• strep throat

A cold can worsen the symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Prevention

Homoeopathy and common cold

Homoeopathy is a system of alternative medicine based on the concept of "like cures like" – the idea that a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person can be used to treat similar symptoms in someone who is unwell. Homoeopathic remedies are highly diluted substances derived from plants, minerals, or animals. In the context of the common cold, some proponents of homoeopathy believe that homoeopathic remedies can help alleviate symptoms and promote recovery.

Homoeopathic Medicines fOR Common Cold

1. Aconite
   • the child develops a cold or cough after being exposed to dry cold weather.
   • Child wakes from sleep with a dry, hoarse, croupy cough, especially worse at night and after midnight. With dry mouth, shortness of breath, and slight expectoration.
   • The cough is worse from being cold, drinking cold water, from tobacco smoke, lying on either side, and at night.
2. Allium cepa
   • This common remedy for colds is effective when the child has a profuse, fluent, burning nasal discharge which is worse in a warm room and better in open air.
   • The nasal discharge irritates the child’s nostrils, causing pain from simply touching his nose.
   • They also have profuse bland lachrymation.
   • reddened eyes and a tendency to rub them.
   • violent sneezing- Sometimes the discharge starts in the left nostril and moves to the right.
3. Anas barbariae
   • This medicine is effective in treating influenza and the common cold.
4. Arsenicum
   • burning nasal discharge that irritates the nostrils and upper lip.
   • Patients are very chilly and are sensitive to drafts or cold air. The cold begins in the nose and moves down to the throat .
   • dryness of the mouth that leads to a great thirst but for only sips of water at a time.
5. Belladonna
   • sudden stopping of nasal discharge.
   • It will give when pt have congestive and throbbing, headache and high fever.
6. Bryonia
   • children who need this remedy have little or no nasal discharge but a more prominent head pain on the forehead.
   • children sneeze often which may cause stitching pain on top of the head.
   • mouth and throat are dry that causes a dry cough.
   • very thirsty for cold drinks.
   • worse in a warm room.
7. Calcarea carb
   • These children are chilly and very sensitive to anything cold, though they prefer to drink ice drinks.
   • cold after being chilled.
   • They sweat profusely and have a sour perspiration. These children are fair skinned and pudgy with poor muscle tone.
   • sore throat with swelling of the tonsils and lymph nodes.
   • They have a thick yellowish nasal discharge and rattling respiration due to loose mucus in the throat and chest.
8. Euphrasia
   • profuse burning tears from the eyes and a bland nasal discharge.
   • The whites of the eyes and the cheeks become reddened from the burning tears.
   • The eye symptoms are worse in the open air.
   • The profuse bland nasal discharge, often accompanied by sneezing, is worse at night, while lying down, and in windy weather.
9. Natrum mur
   • This remedy is most often given to children who get recurrent colds and whose symptoms match the certain Natrum mur characteristics.
   • These children tend to develop their symptoms after an emotional experience, especially after grief.
   • Death, divorce, unrequited love, or homesickness may create a grief that is not fully expressed, eventually leading to various physical complaints.
   • They experience frequent sneezing and a profuse watery discharge from the nose and eyes, and a loss of taste and smell.
   • The nasal discharge may lead to a state of chronic nasal congestion and thick white mucus.
   • symptoms are worse in the morning, at which time they usually hawk up much mucus.
   • Dry and cracked lips or a cold sore may accompany the cold.
10. Pulsatilla
    • This remedy is commonly given to children who experience either acute or chronic colds.
    • Typically, they have a thick, yellow or greenish mucus, and a bland discharge (a discharge that does not irritate or burn the nostrils or facial skin).
    • They have nasal congestion that is worse at night, especially upon lying down, which leads to mouth breathing during sleep.
    • Nasal congestion tends to alternate sides.
    • This congestion is worse in a warm room and is more fluent in the open air.

Benefits of Homoeopathic Treatment

1. Individualised Care: Homoeopathy recognizes that each person's experience with migraines and headaches is unique. A homoeopath will assess the symptoms, triggers, medical history, and individual characteristics to prescribe a personalised treatment plan tailored to the individual's needs.
2. Gentle and Natural: Homoeopathic remedies are derived from natural substances and are known for their safety and minimal side effects. They work in harmony with the body, promoting self-healing and overall well-being.
3. Holistic Approach: Homoeopathy considers not only the physical symptoms but also the emotional and mental aspects of an individual. It aims to restore balance at all levels, providing comprehensive care.
4. Long-Term Results: By addressing the underlying causes of migraines and headaches, homoeopathy strives to achieve long-term relief, reduce the frequency and intensity of episodes, and improve overall well-being.

Consulting a Homeopath

If you are seeking homoeopathic treatment for common cold , it is important to consult with a qualified and experienced homoeopath. At Sanjivani Homeopathy Clinic, our team of skilled homoeopaths will conduct a thorough evaluation, considering your symptoms, triggers, and individual characteristics to develop a personalised treatment plan.