Homeopathic therapy in pediatric atopic diseases: short- and long-term results

Rossi, Elio; Picchi, Marco; Bartoli, Paola; Panozzo, Marialessandra; Cervino, Chiara; Nurra, Linda

doi:10.1016/j.homp.2016.03.001

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“…Another study involving adjunctive homeopathic treatment demonstrated that participants felt improved overall health and subjective well‐being using adjunctive homeopathic treatment as a supportive therapy in cancer care 34 . As shown in a longitudinal study within an integrative pediatric practice, homeopathic treatment appeared to reduce the severity of atopic dermatitis and asthma, increased the likelihood of complete resolution, and further demonstrated a reduction in the progression of atopic diseases into adulthood 35 . Researchers showed 75.8% of children with atopic disease had moderate or major improvement in their symptoms with complete remission in 70.1% after 5 to 10 years 35 …”

Section: Review Of the Literature On Homeopathymentioning

confidence: 95%

“…34 As shown in a longitudinal study within an integrative pediatric practice, homeopathic treatment appeared to reduce the severity of atopic dermatitis and asthma, increased the likelihood of complete resolution, and further demonstrated a reduction in the progression of atopic diseases into adulthood. 35 Researchers showed 75.8% of children with atopic disease had moderate or major improvement in their symptoms with complete remission in 70.1% after 5 to 10 years. 35 of Similars, which states that a substance capable of creating symptoms in one who is healthy can be used to treat those same symptoms in one who is sick, popularly known as like cures like.…”

Section: Conditions Treated Using Homeopathymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…35 Researchers showed 75.8% of children with atopic disease had moderate or major improvement in their symptoms with complete remission in 70.1% after 5 to 10 years. 35 of Similars, which states that a substance capable of creating symptoms in one who is healthy can be used to treat those same symptoms in one who is sick, popularly known as like cures like. 18,22 In other words, a medicine capable of causing disease symptoms in a healthy person can be used in a diluted solution to cure a person who shows similar symptoms of that disease or illness.…”

Section: Conditions Treated Using Homeopathymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…44 Although there are many studies reviewing the safety of homeopathic medications, the majority are small studies performed outside of the United States that examined specific therapies for specific maladies, and only one US study is specific to perinatal health. 35,[76][77][78] In a 2022 systematic review, Stub et al reported on 41 eligible observational studies and concluded that although adverse effects of homeopathic remedies are often reported and statistically significant (P < .0001), the proportion of adverse events among patients receiving conventional medicine and herbs was significantly higher (P = .0001). 79 A systematic review of published case reports of adverse effects of homeopathy by Posadzki et al concluded there was potential of both direct and indirect harms to patients.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Homeopathy: A State of the Science Review With Recommendations for Practical Therapies in Midwifery Practice

Tinney,

Rice

2023

J Midwife Womens Health

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A substantial proportion of adults and children in the United States use complementary and alternative health practices, including homeopathy. Many homeopathic therapies are readily available over the counter, and many individuals access and self-administer these therapies with little or no guidance from health care practitioners. In addition, patients and health care providers are often confused by terminologies associated with complementary practices and may be unable to distinguish homeopathy from naturopathy, herbalism, holistic medicine, Ayurveda, traditional Chinese medicine, or other forms of health care. Compared with European and Asian countries, education in the United States about complementary and alternative health practices is not typically found within traditional nursing, midwifery, or medical education curricula. Given this lack of education and the broad acceptance and popularity of homeopathy, it is necessary for health care practitioners to improve their knowledge regarding similarities and differences among therapies so they can fully inform and make appropriate recommendations to patients. The intent of this article is therefore to examine the state of existing science of homeopathy, distinguish it from other complementary methods, and provide midwives and women's health care providers with an introduction to common homeopathic therapies that may be recommended and safely used by persons seeking midwifery care. This review also presents the evidence base, pharmacology, manufacturing, and regulation of homeopathic therapies. We also consider controversies and misunderstandings regarding safety and efficacy of homeopathic remedies relevant to women and birthing persons. Examples of practical applications of homeopathic therapies for use in midwifery practice are introduced. Implications for practice and sample guidelines are included.

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Section: Review Of the Literature On Homeopathymentioning

confidence: 95%