Homeopathy Medicine for Hernia: Effectiveness, Benefits and Side Effects

A hernia is a problem where a body organ protrudes out of the weak tissue or muscle. There are people who get a hernia from birth, it is congenital. Others acquire it as a result of lifestyle changes such as repeated pregnancy, obesity, chronic cough, excessive weight lifting or excessive fat.

Here we are going to discuss homeopathy medicine for hernia, its benefits and side-effects.

Can homeopathy cure hernia completely?

There is no medication that can treat hernia whether it is allopathic or homeopathic. Surgery is the definitive option to treat the protruding organ and tear in the tissues. Homeopathic medicines may prevent hernia symptoms from getting worse. These types of medicines only provide relief from the symptoms by targeting the underlying cause of the hernia. 

Let us take an example, if chronic cough is causing a hernia, the homeopathic doctor for hernia may prescribe medicine to treat the underlying condition of cough which ultimately minimizes the pressure on the abdomen and provides relief from the symptoms of hernia.

However, in case the hernia is causing extreme pain or a feeling of nausea while the affected area is bulging out, it indicates the possibility of strangulation. As strangulation is a life-threatening condition, there should not be in delay in seeking medical help. 

Top homeopathy medicines for hernia

Here are some of the medicines  that homeopathic doctors prescribe depending on the type and severity of a hernia:

Nux Vomica

This is prescribed for almost all types of hernia – femoral, inguinal, and umbilical hernia. It is usually for those hernia patients who complain of weak muscles due to chronic constipation or diarrhea. Usually taken to treat left-sided inguinal hernia, this homeopathy medicine can also treat burning sensation caused due to strangulated hernia.

Calcarea carbonica

Calcarea carbonica is homeopathic medicine to treat hernia for obese patients. There is excessive fat in the abdomen for obese people resulting in weak abdominal muscles. This medicine is also used to treat umbilical hernia in babies and children. 

Lycopodium Clavatum

People suffering from femoral as well as inguinal hernia, should take this medicine. Children and adults can take this medicine. 

To deal with a weak digestive system and excessive flatulence in the abdomen for hernia patients, this medicine is useful.

Rhus Toxicodendron

This medicine can cure the root cause of any type of hernia that is weak abdominal muscles. This works by providing strength to the weak area.

Cocculus

If a patient is diagnosed with inguinal hernia, cocculus is the medicine prescribed by the homeopathic doctor. It provides relief from bloating and flatus. This medicine treats hernia that creates lacerating pain in the intestines. People who have difficulty in standing due to hernia can get relief from this medicine. 

Aurum Metallicum

Known to treat inguinal as well as umbilical hernia of children that aggravates while crying, this homeopathic medicine can treat inguinal hernia that causes immense pain while protruding. This medicine can also treat infantile and inguinal hernia.

Lachesis

It can treat mainly three types of hernia- inguinal, umbilical and strangulated. When the skin over the hernia is mottled and dark, this medicine can provide relief. 

Belladonna

This medicine is generally prescribed by doctors to treat symptoms of strangulated hernia such as burning sensation or a bulge near the navel. It can also provide relief from a hernia that aggravates on sitting.

Opium

Patients who have symptoms of redness of face, inability to pass urine, vomiting, abdominal pain can take this medicine. This homeopathic medicine treats inguinal hernia, umbilical hernia and strangulated hernia. 

Bryonia

People who have a history of chronic constipation and developed an umbilical hernia can get relief from this medicine. 

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What are the possible side-effects of taking homeopathy medicines for hernia?

Although there may not be any side-effects of homeopathy, it takes longer to treat symptoms which may result in strangulated hernia sometimes.

However, since homeopathic medicines require a lot of determination and patience to obtain the best result, you can not depend on them for rapid, effective relief of symptoms. Moreover, a general advisory that medicine should be taken without the supervision of a doctor should be followed. Self-medication with the incorrect medicines and in wrong dosages can cause severe complications.

Sometimes hernia patients assume that either the prescribed medicines are not correct or the diagnosis was incorrect. A patient feels stuck in this situation where the medicines are not affecting and he or she is doing a watchful waiting.

Any alternative treatment for hernia other than homeopathy?

The most effective treatment for a hernia is surgery as the chances of recurrence of hernia are negligible. Therefore, consult a doctor if the bulge doesn’t go back even after pushing.  The surgical treatment for hernia are: 

• Open surgery for hernia

In open hernia repair, a large incision, or cut, is made in the abdomen at the defect region. The doctor identifies the hernia then pushes the hernia back into its place and strengthens the abdominal wall with stitches or synthetic mesh. Your stay at the hospital depends on your condition after the hernia surgery.

The recovery may take longer. You may have to refrain from strenuous activities and exercise for four to six weeks after the surgery.

• Laparoscopic surgery to treat hernia

Laparoscopic surgery is the most common and successful surgery to treat a hernia. Homeopathic medicines and home remedies may temporarily help reduce the symptoms.

A laparoscope has a video camera at the top which gives a clear view of the hernia and weak tissues. The surgeon fills the abdomen with harmless gas for a clear view. The peritoneum (the inner lining of the abdomen) is cut to expose the weakness in the abdominal wall. Mesh is placed on the inside to cover the defects in the abdominal wall and strengthen the tissue.

Finally, after the procedure is complete, the small abdominal incisions are closed with sutures or adhesive glue or with surgical tape. The incisions are hardly visible after a few months. 

Any complications of hernia surgery?

In case of surgery, there may be chances of infection at the incision site and the recovery can be delayed. That is the reason laparoscopic surgery is beneficial over traditional surgery for a hernia. Reasons why laparoscopic surgery is better:

• Minimally invasive procedure
• Discharge within a day
• Post-surgery complications are temporary (if any)
• Fast recovery within a week
• Resume normal activities after 2-3 (no strenuous activity for a month)
  

Conclusion

After reading about homeopathy medicines for hernia, you must have understood that hernia is a medical condition that required immediate medical attention. Moreover, a hernia does not go away on its own. Hence, it can be fixed by herniorrhaphy which is the surgical procedure to treat a hernia. 

Do not wait for a mishap, book an appointment with our specialist for the best treatment for hernia. 

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