| Arteriosclerosis {ahr-tir-ee-oh-skluh-roh'-sis}
is a term used to describe several diseases that involve the cardiovascular
system and the many arteries and vessels which make it up. Atherosclerosis
invades both the superficial and deep layers of the vessel walls.
Arteriosclerosis is often referred to as "hardening of the
arteries."
Arteriosclerosis occurs over a period of many years during which
the arteries of the cardiovascular system develop areas which become
hard and brittle. Vessels become thickened. There is a loss of elasticity.
It can involve the arteries of the cardiovascular system, the brain,
kidneys, upper and lower extremities. This occurs because of the
deposition of calcium in their walls.
Arteriosclerosis differs from atherosclerosis, which involves
the buildup of fatty deposits in the innermost lining of large and
medium-sized arteries. Atherosclerosis often leads to coronary heart
disease, strokes, and other disorders because of the occurrence
of blood clots which form in the narrowed arteries; hardening of
the arteries, on the other hand occur only in advanced stages.
Arteriosclerosis - Treatment & Homeopathic Medicines
#Baryta muriatica [Bry]
This drug produces lesions of arteriosclerosis of the large blood
vessels and aorta, similar to senile atheroma. It would be difficult
to find a drug having closer resemblances to the phenomena of arterio-
sclerosis than Baryta muriatica. It has the headache which is more
or less severe, but which is rather a heaviness, worse at night
when lying down. Dizziness of old people. Apoplexy or threatened
apoplexy, with buzzing in the ears. It should be given for a long
pulmonary arterio- sclerosis. It should be given for a long time.
The strengths recommended are the 3, 6 s 30th. Dr. Askenstsedt,
of Louisville, Ky;, has obtained excellent results with the remedy.
Baryta carbonica is sometimes used, but we believe better results
will follow the use of the muriate. It should not be forgotten in
aortitis and especially aortic aneurism. Here is our mainstay.
#Arnica [Arn]
This is a remedy of value in cerebral arteriosclerosis,vertigo of
the aged, heaviness and cerebral affections, plethoric people who
have a tendency to haemorrhages.
#Plumbum [Plumb]
Hypertension and arterio-sclerosis. It seems to suit rather the
pre- sclerotic states than those of actual sclerosis, which latter
are naturally unattackable by any drug. It has a cramp like constriction
of the peripheral arteries, a wiry pulse, and especially if the
symptoms be associated with a chronic nephritis it is all the more
indicated. Patient feels the pulse in the fingers. Slight motion
causes fainting. Dr.Donner, of Stuttgart, says,"I give Plumbum
frequently in arterio- sclerosis in the higher dilutions. I am no
friend of high dilutions, but with this remedy I have seen wonderful
results follow its use, especially in cases complicated with granular
kidneys." He uses the 30th dilution. It suits the anaemic,
pale, emaciated patients with extreme weakness which is the plumbum
constitution. Aconite. High tension is reduced by this remedy.
#Aurum muriaticum [Aur-m]
This is the most decided beneficial remedy in this affection says
Dr. Gisevius, of Berlin. He uses it in the 4th potency . It is indicated
by hypertrophy of the heart, congestion to the chest and head,strong
palpitation. Paraesthesias about the heart, stitches and heaviness.
It corresponds well with ;old age and if the characteristic mental
symptoms of Aurum are present it will help promptly. It seems to
have a special affinity to the arteries of the head. It is probably
more useful than Aurum iodatum; both are powerful, deep-acting drugs.
#Ergotin [Ergot]
In ergot poisoning the arterial walls ares degenerated and stiffened
there is a spasmodic contraction of the vessels, the heart's action
is increased and the cost of the vessels ares hardened. In the beginning
of arterio-sclerosis when only the cardiac irritation and the hard
heart sounds are present Ergotin 3x or 6x is the chief remedy. In
more progressive forms with endarteritic processes in the heart
and arteries of the head, the 2x and 1x triturations are to be preferred.
A curative action is frequently had in these cases,. It corresponds
to and should be used especially in early cases.
#Natrum iodatum [Nat-i]
Is useful in high arterial pressure in the 1x, especially in the
beginning, and later in the 3x an 4x when the pulses is softer,
arterio-sclerosis with angina pectoris, vertigo and dyspnoea. All
the iodides are useful. Baryta iodide, Kali iodides and Strontium
iodide produces arterio- sclerotic changes. Arsenicum iodatum is
very useful in senile hearts with aortitis, myocarditis and fatty
degeneration. Amyl nitrite and Glonoine are palliative remedies
in this affection.
#Strophanthus [Stroph]
Senile arterio-sclerosis, fatty degeneration, failing compensation,
tendency to dropsical accumulations.
#Adrenalin [Adren]
This medicine has been used successfully by the Dr.jousset father
and son, given in the 3rd, 6th, and 12th centesimal dilutions in
high arterial blood pressure and in arterio-sclerosis. The most
favorable results have been produced. Long use of Adrenalin can
lead to arterial and aortic lesions. Not so when given in the strengths
above mentioned. Roaring in the ears due to high blood pressure
is often benefited by this remedy.
#Crataegus [Crat]
This remedy is claimed to have a wonderful solvent power upon crustaceous
and calcareous deposits in the lumen of the arteries, and will in
arterio-sclerotic subjects prolong life. Heart troubles after acute
rheumatism. | 
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