Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition marked by intense itching, redness, dryness, scaling, and at times, fluid-filled eruptions. It can be caused by allergens, irritants, genetic predisposition, or immune system dysfunction. Eczema often worsens with stress, weather changes, and certain foods. Homeopathy aims to address both internal imbalances and external symptoms by selecting remedies that match the individual's physical and emotional constitution.
Common symptoms: Itchy skin (especially at night), dry and scaly patches, fluid-filled blisters, thickened or leathery skin, and frequent flare-ups.
Common Remedies: Graphites (for oozing eczema behind ears), Sulphur (for intense itching and redness), and Mezereum (for crusty, itchy eruptions).
Melasma is a pigmentation disorder that leads to brown or gray-brown patches on the face, especially the cheeks, forehead, and upper lip. It is often triggered by hormonal changes (pregnancy, oral contraceptives), sun exposure, and genetic factors. Homeopathy treats melasma by correcting hormonal imbalance and improving liver function, which plays a key role in pigmentation.
Common symptoms: Symmetrical dark patches on the face, slow progression, often worsens with sunlight or heat exposure.
Common Remedies: Sepia (for hormonally-triggered melasma), Thuja (for skin discoloration due to hormonal imbalance), and Lycopodium (for liver-related skin issues).
Urticaria, also known as hives, is a sudden skin reaction resulting in red, raised, itchy welts that may vary in size and location. Triggers include food allergies, insect bites, medications, emotional stress, or infections. Homeopathy helps reduce hypersensitivity and builds immunity to prevent recurrent episodes.
Common symptoms: Sudden itchy wheals, swelling, burning, or stinging sensation, and symptoms that appear and disappear quickly.
Common Remedies: Apis Mellifica (for red, swollen hives with burning), Urtica Urens (for itching aggravated by touch), and Natrum Muriaticum (for stress-induced urticaria).
Tinea is a fungal infection affecting the skin, nails, or scalp. Also known as ringworm, it causes red, itchy, circular patches. It spreads easily in warm, moist environments. Homeopathy treats the infection from the inside, focusing on immune strengthening and eliminating fungal susceptibility.
Common symptoms: Itchy, ring-shaped red rashes with clear centers and raised edges, scaling, cracking, and skin peeling. May occur on the body, scalp, groin, or feet.
Common Remedies: Tellurium (for ringworm with offensive discharge), Sepia (for recurring fungal infections), and Silicea (to improve skin resistance and healing).