Hepatitis
Hepatitis is a viral liver infection, caused by a number of related viruses, commonly hepatitis A, B, or C. Symptoms include jaundice, nausea, vomiting, fever, fatigue, and muscle pain.
Treatment
In the acute stages of hepatitis, hospitalization and medical treatment are needed since the disease can cause irreversible liver damage and death. But there is a role for complementary therapies during convalescence and to prevent recurrence.
Boost your immune system.
Consult a qualified practitioner/therapist for:
Herbal Medicine Catechin is believed to be effective in several types of liver disease, and has antioxidant properties. Dandelion, too, is a well-recognized liver remedy, being high in vitamins, minerals, and particularly carotenoids.Milk thisde, artichoke, and licorice are all established liver treatments.
Diet and Nutrition Avoid alcohol, which damages the liver. Eat a diet low in fat and sugars, and high in fiber. Some alternative physicians use 50-100g of intravenous vitamin C with the drug amantadine hydrochloride.
Homeopathy Bryonia 30c, Mercurius 30c, Phosphorus 30c, and Hydrastis 30c may be recommended as constitutional treatments.
Traditional Chinese Medicine Chi kung and Chinese herbs can be beneficial.
Acupuncture This may be of use in the convalescent stage.
November 15 2008 10:25 am | Health