Classical Homeopathy in Malvern

What is homeopathy?
What can homeopathy help?
What happens at a consultation at the Beacon Clinic Malvern?
What will the treatment be like?
Can I use homeopathy alongside other medication?
How long does the treatment last?
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What is homeopathy?

Homeopathy at the Beacon Clinic in Malvern is a gentle and effective system of medicine used to treat a wide range of acute and more long-term problems. A remedy is prescribed which stimulates the body's own healing mechanism and gently supports that process.

We recognise that all symptoms of ill health are expressions of disharmony within the whole person and that it is the person who needs treatment not the disease.

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In 1786 a German doctor, Samuel Hahnemann, developed a system of medicine, which he called homeopathy, based on three main principles:

Treating like with like, the principle that a substance, which causes disease in a healthy person, will treat those symptoms in a sick one. For example we use minute doses of coffee to treat nervous insomnia.
Treating the individual. Everyone experiences disease or disharmony in their own individual way, reflecting their own weak area. For example if the whole family get a cold they will each show individual symptoms, one will get a sore throat, one sinus pain another will have a constantly running nose these are all triggered by the same virus. We are interested in what makes each person different and in what way.
Using the minimum dose. We use only enough medicine to trigger the systems own healing response. In some cases this can be just a single tablet once a month while some need daily doses. This again depends on the nature of the individual as well as the nature of the disease.

What can homeopathy help?

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Homeopathy works effectively in treating a wide variety of acute and chronic ailments including:-

Ailments arising from grief, shock or fear
Asthma and allergies
Cystitis
Depression and anxiety
Difficulties in pregnancy including morning sickness
Glue ear
Heartburn
Hyperactivity and behavioural problems in children and adolescents
Irritable bowel disease
Meniere's disease
Menstrual and menopausal problems
Urinary and prostate problems
Skin conditions
Sleep problems
Side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy
Where there is no specific diagnosis but the patient simply feels unwell.
Support children who suffer from problems with inappropriate anger, fear, or unhappiness.
Strengthening the child's ability to go through natural phases of development.

What happens at a consultation at the Beacon Clinic Malvern?

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A first appointment in homeopathy at the Beacon Clinic Malvern takes about an hour. We will talk about the problem you have come with and will also cover your lifestyle, diet, sleep, likes, dislikes and how you feel on a mental and emotional level. Details of your energy levels, past medical history, the way you react to stress and what you do to relax are all helpful. All information you give will be treated in strictest confidence.

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What will the treatment be like?

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The treatment will usually be in the form of tablet or tablets. Sometimes we will give you a daily dose depending on your energy levels and the nature of the main complaint.

Occasionally 'homoeopathic aggravation' occurs with a brief return of some old symptoms. If this happens it is likely to be a brief return of some old symptoms and should be thought of as 'spring cleaning'. These symptoms will pass and are best left untreated, as they are an important part of the healing process. If however anything happens that concerns you, you can always ring and talk it through.

Homoeopathic remedies are non-toxic and you cannot become addicted to them. They are safe and gentle enough to be used during pregnancy and for young babies and children.

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Can I use homeopathy alongside other medication?

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Homeopathy is compatible with most prescribed drugs and treatments. If the symptoms improve to such an extent that the patient is interested in reducing their prescribed medication we always advise the patient to go back to their GP to discuss the matter.

We always refer back to the GP if the patient has any symptoms that need further assessment.

How long does the treatment last?

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This varies for each individual depending on how long they have had the complaint and their overall state of health. Acute complaints tend to improve rapidly whilst slowly developing or deep seated complaints can take longer. Babies and children progress generally faster as their energy is better.

With chronic complaints we tend to agree a contract of appointments, usually four, with the patient. Homeopathy is not a quick fix and chronic symptoms usually need several months of treatment before satisfactory long term improvement is achieved. The body heals itself as fast as it is able, patience and the recognition of working with the natural healing process are also required.