Homeopathy for Fatty Liver
By KS Gopi HOMEOPATHY FOR FATTY LIVER DISEASE Fatty liver disease is a common condition caused by having too much fat build up in liver, accumulation of triglycerides and other fats in the liver cells. A healthy liver contains a small amount of fat. It becomes a problem when it reaches 5% to 10% of liverās weight. In most cases, fatty liver disease doesnāt cause any serious problems or prevent liver from functioning normally. But for 7-30% of people with condition, fatty liver disease gets worse over time. It progresses through three stages, a. liver inflamed, which damages its tissue. b. Scar tissue forms, where the liver is damaged, called fibrosis. c. Extensive scar tissue replaces healthy tissues, causes cirrhosis of the liver. Symptoms People with fatty liver disease often have no symptoms until the disease progresses to cirrhosis of the liver. If symptoms present, they may include ⢠Abdominal pain or a feeling of fullness in the upper right side of the abdomen. ⢠Nausea, loss of appetite or weight loss ⢠Jaundice, yellowish skin and conjunctiva ⢠Swollen abdomen and legs ⢠Extreme tiredness or mental confusion ⢠Weakness HOMEOPATHY MEDICINES Homoeopathy today is a growing system and is being practiced all over the world. Its strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach towards the sick individual through promotion of inner balance at mental, emotional, spiritual and physical levels. When Fatty liver disease is concerned there are many effective medicines are available in Homoeopathy, but the selection depends upon the individuality of the patient, considering the mental and physical symptoms. BRYONIA ALBUM Bryonia alb is considered an excellent remedy for fatty liver and other liver complaints. The liver is heavy, sore, swollen, better lying on it. There is stitching pain in the liver region. Bryonia pain is better from lying on painful side, pressure, rest and cold things. Worse from deep breathing, movement and exertion. Bitter taste in the mouth and the stools are hard and dry, or if loose, papescent and profuse, associated with colic.