Myths and Facts About Homeopathy

Myth

Homeopathy is a placebo Treatment.

Fact

Homeopathy is a proven mode of treatment. It is backed by scientific studies and is being used successfully for atleast 150yrs all over the globe.

Myth

Homeopathy increases the disease before curing.

Fact

In less than 10% of cases this may occur and that too in previously suppressed cases of eczema where patients had earlier taken steroidal treatment.

Myth

Homeopathic medicines contain steroids.

Fact

This is not true. Homeopathic medicines do not contain steroids.

Myth

Coffee Chocolates or Onions cannot be taken during the course of Homeopathic treatment.

Fact

Any kind of eatables with a strong flavour or fragrance should not be taken within half an hour of taking Homeopathic medicines.

Myth

Diagnosis is of no use for Homeopathic treatment.

Fact

Diagnosing a disease helps immensely in prescribing the medicine and for the complete course of treatment.

Myth

Only mental symptoms of the patient are considered for prescribing Homeopathic medicines.

Fact

Homeopathic medicines are prescribed on the diagnosis, physical and mental qualities of the patient and considering the individuality of a patient always.

Myth

Investigations such as blood tests, Ultrasound are not required for Homeopathic treatment.

Fact

The necessary investigations are advised as per case requirements.

Myth

Multi vitamins, Health tonics shouldnot be given during Homeopathic treatment.

Fact

They can be taken as any deficiencies related to minerals and vitamins need to be taken care of along with the treatment of the disease.