Best homeopathic medicine and treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): IBS causes, symptoms

       Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common syndrome that affects the intestine and digestive systems. In this disorder, the patient feels abdominal pain, diarrhea, gas, cramping and bloating of the abdomen, constipation, etc. The main reason for IBS is an unhealthy lifestyle and stress. Someone can easily get rid of this syndrome just by changing their lifestyle. In this blog, we will discuss homeopathic medicine and treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

Causes of IBS:

Some common causes of IBS are the following:

• Contractions of muscle in the intestine: The muscles on the walls contract and food pass towards the digestive tract. Sometimes these contractions are longer and stronger than the normal ones and lead to bloating, gas and diarrhea. In some cases, these constructions are slower than normal and cause dry and hard stool.
• Changes in gut microbes: In our intestine, many viruses, bacteria, and fungi are normally present for healthy digestion. But sometimes these are modified harmful bacteria and cause IBS. 
• Severe infection: Some infections such as GI tract infection, and bacterial overgrowth also causes IBS.
• Psychological factors: Stress or a mental disorder may lead to IBS. Stress is due to domestic violence, any traumatic event in life, or sexual abuse. 
• Gender: Some research shows that women are more affected by IBS as compared to men. This cause is related to their menstrual cycle but this cause is not clear yet.
• Age factor: Another common factor for IBS is also age. IBS can affect all ages of people but is most common in teens to 40s. 
• Heredity: Family history is also a common factor. IBS also runs from generation to generation. 
• Other facts: Some medications such as antidepressants, drugs made with sorbitol, antibiotics, etc also cause IBS. 

Symptoms of IBS:

Several symptoms appear in different patients according to age and gender. Some common symptoms are the following:

• Cramp and pain: IBS’s key symptoms are Abdominal pain and cramping. This pain usually occurs in the lower part of the abdomen. Our digestion is controlled by our gut and brain. These both generate signals in the form of hormones and nerves released by bacteria. These signals are distorted during IBS. 
• Diarrhea: Diarrhea is one of the common symptoms of IBS. It causes loose and waterly stools that contain mucus.
• Constipation: About 20% of IBS patients are shows symptoms of constipation. This alternates with diarrhea. These both cause chronic abdomen pain.
• Bowel Movements changes: Bowl movement becomes slow due to hard stool may lead to constipation. This is because of dehydration or less absorption of water in the intestine. Another symptom is bloody and dark black stool.
• Bloating and gas: Due to poor digestion in IBS causes the production of gas in the gut. This may lead to bloating of the abdomen. 
• Anxiety and Depression: Another symptom of IBS is depression and anxiety. Digestion of food is also disturbed due to psychological factors that may lead to IBS.

Homeopathic medicine and treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Homeopathic medicine and treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) are the best natural remedies. These medicines do not only treat IBS but also give immunity to the future attack of the disease. Homeopathic medicine does not show any side effects. Some common homeopathic medicine for IBS are the following:

Nux Vomica:

  Nux Vomica is one of the best homeopathic medicine for irritable bowel syndrome. It is recommended in case of the frequent passage of a small quantity of stool. Other symptoms are abdominal pain, and this condition is worse after eating spicy food, drinking coffee, alcohol, etc.

Aloe:

Aloe is also the best natural medicine for IBS. It is used when after eating or drinking patients feel frequently urged to pass stool. This is recommended to treat IBS patients by regulating intestinal movements. It is also recommended for loose stool or heaviness of the abdomen due to gas. In this, a person feels pain before, during, and after urination.

Carbo Veg:

Carbo Veg is prescribed for IBS with a bloated or heavy abdomen. This condition is even after eating a small quantity of food. In this condition, a person also feels pain and burning in the stomach. The patient may also feel cramping pain in the abdomen and have loose stool.

Podophyllum Peltatum and Croton Tiglium:

Podophyllum Peltatum and Croton Tiglium are used for the treatment of IBS with gushing stool in diarrhea. Croton Tiglium is recommended for frequent urging for stool, weakness, copious stool, etc. Podophyllum Peltatum is prescribed for putrid/offensive stool, fetid flatus, etc.

Alumina:

Alumina is recommended for IBS with constipation. This is used for the most obstinate kinds of constipation. In these symptoms, stool remains in the rectum for a long time. In this stool becomes hard and difficult to pass.

Lycopodium: 

Lycopodium is effective for IBS when a patient eats small food but feels heaviness in the abdomen. In these symptoms gas filled in the abdomen and it becomes distended and flatulence.

Colocynthis:

Colocynthis is prescribed for irritable bowel syndrome with symptoms of abdominal cramps and loose stools. abdominal cramps would occur due to less drinking and eating. This is also effective for symptoms of waterly and yellow stool and flatulence.

Bryonia Alba:

Bryonia Alba is recommended for IBS with symptoms of hard, dry stool, and constipation. The stool is very hard and causes a burning sensation while passing through the anus.

Pulsatilla Nigricans:

Pulsatilla Nigricans are referred for those irritable bowel syndromes patient who has an allergy to milk or milk products. This is also helpful for flatulence, abdominal rumbling, bitter taste in the mouth, and changeable stool.

Argentum Nitricum:

Argentum Nitricum is recommended for irritable bowel syndrome that has chronic anxiety and diarrhea. This anxiety leads to patient overthinking and diarrhea with frequent stools. These people are afraid of social gatherings, crowds, events, etc.

China Officinalis:

China Officinalis is prescribed for IBS if the patient feels weight loss and weakness due to diarrhea. In these symptoms, diarrhea becomes more painful. It also shows some side effects such as a bloated abdomen, marked flatus, and loose stool.

Conclusion:

    Homeopathic treatment and medicine can be a great way to reduce IBS. If you are looking for an alternative to traditional medicine, homeopathy may be the right choice for you. Dr. Qammar Kammal is a qualified homeopath and can help you find the right treatment for you. Follow Dr. Qammar Kammal on social media to keep up to date with the latest news and advice on homeopathic treatment.