Frequently Asked Questions

Q Can I take homeopathic remedies alongside my conventional medicine?

A Yes, if necessary, although depending upon the condition it would be the homeopaths aim to withdraw from conventional drugs, gradually, once there has been improvement in your symptoms, and with the support of your GP. I would always suggest that you inform your GP that you are undergoing homeopathic treatment.

Q Why would I see a homeopath instead of my GP?

A A lot of people are becoming concerned with taking drugs long term due to the possible side effects and wish to find a safe, non toxic alternative that will correct the imbalance within as opposed to simply alleviating the symptoms for a short period of time only for them to return again. Homeopathy strengthens the immune system as it corrects the imbalance within, allowing the patient to gradually withdraw from long- term drugs (with the support of their GP)

Q I’ve seen remedies for sale in the supermarket, why can’t I buy them myself?

A This method of treatment if fine for acute prescribing so, for minor ailments such as bruising, teething, flu etc it can sometimes prove useful but, you have to remember that for every minor aliment there is a vast amount of remedies to choose from. For example, if a person has earache then the patient needing Belladonna will have a sudden onset of unbearable, throbbing pains occurring mostly in the right ear, they will have a hot, red flushed face and feel better wrapped up warmly and worse in the afternoon. The patient needing Chamomilla will be very sensitive to pain, hate to be examined, will have one cheek red and the other pale and will be screaming, irritable, demanding and must be carried. These are only two examples of many remedies, which have to correspond to the individual characteristics of the individual otherwise they will not work. There are however some remedies that are just so well known for their specific sphere of action, for example Arnica, this is the most useful remedy to have in the home and will always work its magic on bruises, occurring after minor accidents or as a preventative to post operative bruising including childbirth.

To treat any chronic condition successfully however, you have to consult a qualified homeopath who has been specially trained to take all of the patient’s symptoms into consideration including their emotional state and family history. In addition to this each remedy is available in a variety of potencies and your homeopath will assess your individual case to determine the potency and dosage.

Q Can I take it alongside conventional drugs?

A Yes, if necessary, although depending upon the condition, although depending upon the condition, it is the homeopaths aim to gently and safely get the patient to a level where they can then begin to withdraw from long term drugs. It is always advisable to inform your GP that you are undergoing homeopathic treatment and to seek their advice and support when gradually withdrawing from drugs.

Q How long does treatment take?

A This very much depend upon how long you have suffered from your condition, and what type of illness you have. Every case is different and as it is the individual that is treated, it is not realistic for your homeopath to assess this until it can be seen how you respond to the remedies prescribed. It is possible to say that a slow developing complaint, or one that has been experienced for some years, will not disappear immediately although there may be a response and some improvement quite soon. Acute illnesses tend to respond quicker. Homeopathy cures from the inside, and often outer symptoms such as a skin complaint are the last to clear. Be patient! In the long term it is much better for the cause of your illness to be addressed, rather than merely suppressing the symptoms only for them to come back again.

Q What is homeopathic treatment like?

A The initial homeopathic consultation lasts for approximately an hour and a half and during this time a detailed analysis of your presenting complaint will be noted, along with any other physical symptoms you may have. As well as physical symptoms your homeopath will need to get to know you as a person. Some people are a little taken aback by the line of questioning but, it is essential that your homeopath gets to know what type of person you are, how you react to different situations, whether you have experienced any trauma in your life as well as a detailed family medical history. It is with this information that the homeopath will then select the most appropriate remedy that best suits your case, hence why every prescription is individual