Brigitte Haworth BA LicLCCH RSHom Duxford, Cambridge England Tel: 01223 570575 Email: gitte@ntlworld.com

What is Homeopathy?

Homeopathy is an effective and well proven form of medicine which has been used for 200 years. It was discovered in 1796 by a German physician and chemist, Dr Samuel Hahnemann. He called his new system of treatment Homeopathy, a word derived from the Greek which means "similar suffering".

This scientific system of medicine is based on the discovery that a substance which in a large dose can produce symptoms of illness in a healthy person will - if given in a minute dose to a sick person showing the same symptoms - bring about healing.

For example, if you drink too much coffee you can have periods of sleeplessness, palpitations or nervousness. Conventional medicine would treat these symptoms by giving a drug to suppress them and bring on artificial sleep. Some of these drugs may cause side effects.

Homeopathy might use a substance such as the homeopathic remedy "Coffea" which is a minute dose of coffee prepared in a special way, and which matches your symptoms. The remedy will relieve your symptoms and induce natural sleep. Therefore "like may be cured by like".

How does Homeopathy work?

Homeopathy recognises that all symptoms of ill health are expressions of an imbalance and disturbance within the person. Homeopathy treats the whole person and not just the disease. We are individuals, and in ill health we react and produce different symptoms, whether mental, emotional or physical, which show our own disturbance.

The body has a strong ability to return to good health, and homeopathic remedies work by stimulating and assisting the body's own healing power. As a result of good homeopathic treatment, the general well being of the person can be improved and the symptoms of ill health will be relieved.

What are Homeopathic Remedies?

The remedies are made from natural plant, mineral and animal extracts which have been used for hundreds of years in healing. They are prepared by a special process of dilution in a solution of alcohol and water and then shaken to potentise them. Thereby the healing effect is increased and unwanted side effects are lost.

You cannot become addicted to homeopathic remedies.

What will treatment be like?

The first consultation will last about one and a half hours, and a homeopath will try to get a thorough understanding of your complaints and how you experience them. He or she will also enquire into your energy level and your past medical history.

Anything you say will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Usually, a homeopathic remedy is prescribed following this consultation. The remedy may be given in the form of a tablet or tablets, which should be dissolved on or under your tongue. Sometimes a liquid remedy may be given with specific instructions.

You will be asked not to put anything in your mouth for 15-20 minutes before and after taking the remedy. A homeopath will usually ask you to avoid coffee, and substances containing strong peppermint, menthol, eucalyptus and camphor, as these may interfere with the action of the homeopathic remedy.

Other medicines prescribed by your doctor and certain treatments may interfere with your homeopathic treatment. So please mention to your homeopath if you take anything else.

What happens next?

Follow up consultations last about ½ to ¾ hour and the number of visits required may depend on the severity of your complaint. After taking the remedy you may notice some changes in your mental and physical well being. Please take note of these and discuss them with your homeopath at the next appointment.

What conditions can Homeopathy treat?

Homeopathy can treat all kinds of illnesses. Examples include stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, chronic tiredness, digestive disorders, skin conditions, arthritis and menstrual and menopausal problems, to name but a few. As a qualified professional homeopath I will select a remedy to suit your particular condition and characteristics as an individual.

About Myself

For many years I taught as a secondary school teacher. Having been interested in and impressed by the success of homeopathic treatment in my own family, I studied homeopathy professionally for 4 years. I qualified with a Licentitateship at the London College of Classical Homœopathy and subsequently achieved Registration with the Society of Homeopaths. I have an interest in nutrition and its benefits for general good health, and also prescribe flower essence remedies when appropriate.

I do not give consultations or treat patients over the Internet - a personal consultation is an essential part of homeopathic treatment.

Brigitte Haworth
B.A., Lic.LCCH., R.S.Hom.

Registered Homeopath

Duxford, Cambridge

Appointments
01223 570575
gitte@ntlworld.com

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