Gastric Troubles
Gastric complaints like acidity, bloating of abdomen, dull stomach ache, diarrhoea, constipation are common ailments that people suffer in their routine life.
20% of India’s population suffers from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It is typically prevalent in the age group 20 to 40 years. IBS is a cluster of symptoms rather than a pathological disease. It is assumed to be caused by disordered bowel motility or increased sensitivity to gut sensation, which in turn may be due to factors such as stress, food intolerance, constipation or improper diet.
The bowel may also react to emotional states, such as anger or anxiety. Such “gut reactions” appear to be especially likely in those who find it difficult to share their feelings with others. They express mental distress through physical symptoms. Hence the stomach and the mind are said to be closely related.
With detailed case taking and prescribing Homoeopathic medicines, these symptoms can be cured completely. The patient can be weaned off from the habit of taking antacids and laxatives everyday (as prescribed by the Modern medicine). It is also important to advise the patient on the dietary changes to be made and how the sedentary lifestyle needs to be modified.
Case of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Mrs. V.J, 42 year old female, complained of recurrent diarrhea and constipation. She had a very sensitive stomach. She would not be able to eat any outside food, no spices at all. She had to rush to pass stools whenever she ate outside food and would also pass a lot of gas. Constant heaviness and bloating of abdomen reduced her desire to eat any meals properly. After a detailed case taking, a lot of mind symptoms about anxiety and her stress at home came up. Constitutional homoeopathic medicine was prescribed along with dietary changes and some home remedies. She improved within a couple of months after repeated doses of the medicine.
She no more has any gastric complaints, feels much better and is happy to eat all the food that she always craved for.