Individualized homeopathy in a group of Egyptian asthmatic children

Homeopathy is a controversial form of complementary therapy, but is widely practised to treat asthma. The aim of this systematic review is to evaluate the controlled trials of homeopathy in bronchial asthma. Relevant trials published between Jan 1, 1981, and Dec 31, 2016, were considered. Substantive research articles, conference proceedings, and master and doctoral theses were eligible. Methodology was assessed by Jadad’s scoring, internal validity by the Cochrane tool, model validity by Mathie’s criteria, and quality of individualization by Saha’s criteria. Sixteen trials were eligible. The majority were positive, especially those testing complex formulations. Methodological quality was diverse; 8 trials had “high” risk of bias. Model validity and individualization quality were compromised. Due to both qualitative and quantitative inadequacies, proofs supporting individualized homeopathy remained inconclusive. The trials were positive (evidence level A), but inconsistent, and suffered from methodological heterogeneity, “high” to “uncertain” risk of bias, incomplete study reporting, inadequacy of independent replications, and small sample sizes.

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“…Table 4) and 12 uncontrolled observational studies [42-53] (online suppl. Table 5) of homeopathy in bronchial asthma were identified.…”

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A Systematic Review of Controlled Trials of Homeopathy in Bronchial Asthma

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“…After 6 weeks of treatment a significant increase by 13% of FEV 1 in spirometry has been noted [17]. The results of the studies indicate that homeopathic immunotherapy has been increasingly recognized, particularly in the group of patients diagnosed with seasonal allergic rhinitis or bronchial asthma.…”

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Persons with Allergy Symptoms Use Alternative Medicine More Often

Kłak

Raciborski

Krzych‐Fałta

et al. 2016

Advances in Respiratory Medicine

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Introduction: The aim of the study is to indicate the relation between the use of alternative medicine and the occurrence of allergic diseases in the Polish population of adults in the age of 20−44 years. Moreover the additional aim of the study is to define the relation between the sex, age and place of living and the use of alternative medicine. Material and methods:The data from the project Epidemiology of Allergic Diseases in Poland (ECAP) has been used for analysis. This project was a continuation of the European Community Respiratory Health Survey II. The questions on alternative medicine were asked to the group of 4671 respondents in the age of 20−44 years. Additionally outpatient tests were performed in order to confirm the diagnosis of allergic diseases. Results: The total of 22.2% of respondents that participated in the study have ever used alternative medicine (n = 4621). A statistically significant relation between the use of alternative medicine and declaration of allergic diseases and asthma symptoms has been demonstrated (p < 0.001). No statistically significant relation between the use of alternative medicine by persons diagnosed by a doctor with any form of asthma or seasonal allergic rhinitis (p > 0.05) has been demonstrated. Conclusions:The occurrence of allergic diseases and asthma influences the frequency of alternative medicine use. However the frequency of alternative medicine use does not depend on allergic disease or asthma being confirmed by a doctor.

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“…Engystol [24], Traumeel S [25] ) ( Table 2). Clinical studies have examined the effects of homeopathy in gynecology (postpartum bleeding and premenstrual syndrome) [26,27] ), hemato-oncology (chemotherapyinduced stomatitis) [28], neurology (cerebral palsy and trigeminal neuralgia) [29,30], orthopedics (hallux valgus surgery) [31], oral health (stomatitis, aphthous ulcerations) [28,32], pediatrics (cerebral palsy, asthma,) [29,33], and psychiatry (generalized anxiety disorder) [34]. Researchers have also addressed related issues, such as the safety of homeopathic treatment in infants [35] and conducted a cost-effective analysis in atopic patients.…”

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Homeopathy on the crossroads of traditional and integrative medicine in the Middle-East

Ben‐Arye

Samuels

2014

J Med Pers

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The Middle-East is characterized by a rich spectrum of complementary and traditional medicine therapies, which are used by patients in parallel with conventional medicine. Indigenous traditional medicine practices in the region focus mainly on herbal medicine and far less on the use of European-based complementary medicine modalities such as homeopathy. Little has been reported on the extent to which homeopathy is being used in the Middle-East, this despite an emerging body of basic science and clinical research on the subject from countries such as Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, and Lebanon. We compare the foundations of homeopathy with those of traditional Middle-Eastern medicine in the Middle-East, and explore the possibilities of collaborative research and clinical practice. In particular, qualitative research is warranted to explore patients' expectations regarding homeopathic consultation and feasibility of its integration into MiddleEastern health systems. Studying patient-homeopath communication patterns may be used to promote the clinical implementation of patient-centered care, based on a bio-psycho-social-spiritual health model.Keywords Homeopathy Á Integrative medicine Á Complementary and alternative medicine Á Middle-East Á Traditional medicine Prolog: Naomi experiencing integrative homeopathy and palliative care Naomi, a 70-year-old Jewish woman, married and living in a village in northern Israel, was admitted to the oncology service at the Lin Medical Center in Haifa with a diagnosis of metastatic endometrial cancer. She had begun palliative treatment with a regimen of carboplatin and paclitaxel, and was referred by her oncologist to an integrative physician (IP) working in the oncology service for consultation. The IP is a conventional physician (MD) with extensive training in complementary medicine (CM) and supportive cancer care who provides patients with information regarding the use of CM in conjunction with conventional care. Patients are then referred to a number of CM treatment modalities, with the goal of alleviating symptoms and improving quality-of-life (QOL)-related outcomes. The IP consultation and CM treatments are provided at the center without charge, and are part of an integrative oncology program provided to patients undergoing chemotherapy and/or palliative treatment.The issues raised during Naomi's IP consultation were related to her main concerns and symptoms, with the ultimate goal of improving QOL-related outcomes. She subsequently underwent ten CM treatment sessions, this in addition to a wide range of nutritional and dietary supplements which she had been taking upon her presentation

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Individualized homeopathy in a group of Egyptian asthmatic children

Abstract: This study provides evidence that homeopathic medicines, as prescribed by experienced homeopathic practitioners, improve severity of asthma in children. Controlled studies should be conducted.

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A Systematic Review of Controlled Trials of Homeopathy in Bronchial Asthma

A Systematic Review of Controlled Trials of Homeopathy in Bronchial Asthma

Persons with Allergy Symptoms Use Alternative Medicine More Often

Homeopathy on the crossroads of traditional and integrative medicine in the Middle-East

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