Homeopathy for Cellulitis. Homeopathic Treatment Guide.

Cellulitis is a spreading subcutaneous inflammation caused by hemolytic streptococcus. Streptococci produce hyaluronidase and streptokinase. Net result is that the inflammatory exudate spreads in the subcutaneous and fascial planes resulting in gross swelling of the affected part.

Source of infection

Injuries – it can be minor or major injury

Graze or scratch – can produce such condition

Snake bite, scorpion bite etc.

Precipitating factor

Diabetes
Low resistance of an individual

Common sites of infection

Lower limb
Face
Scortum

Clinical features and symptoms of Cellulitis

Inflammation
Redness
Itching
Diffuse swelling
Shiny skin
Pain

Fever
Toxaemia
Suppuration, sloughing and gangrene can occur

Complication of Cellulitis

Cellulitis can turn in to abscess which needs to be drained

Toxaemia and septicemia

Ketoacidosis in diabetic patients

Necrotizing fascitis

Treatment of Cellulitis

General instructions – Proper hygiene should be maintained, bed rest with legs elevated. This reduces oedema of legs

Homeopathic treatment for Cellulitis – Homeopathy is one of the most popular holistic systems of medicine. The selection of remedy is based upon the theory of individualization and symptoms similarity by using holistic approach. This is the only way through which a state of complete health can be regained by removing all the sign and symptoms from which the patient is suffering. The aim of homeopathy is not only to treat Cellulitis but to address its underlying cause and individual susceptibility.As far as therapeutic medication is concerned; several well-proved medicines are available for Cellulitis treatment that can be selected on the basis of cause, location, sensation, modalities and extension of the Cellulitis. For individualized remedy selection and treatment, the patient should consult a qualified homeopathic doctor in person. Remedies that may help include: Belladonna, Rhus tox, Sulphur, Natrum mur, Agaricus, Calcarea carb, Lachesis etc.