FILARIASIS

Filariasis is caused in tropical climates by various nematode worms

invading the tissues of human beings; their embryos called micro- 

filariae can be found in the blood.  

Varieties of worms – Wuchereria bancrofti Brugia malayi Loa loa

Tetrapetalonema perstans Onchocerca volvulus Wuchereria bancrofti

and Brugia malayi are prevalent in India.

Wuchereria bancrofti contributes mainly to problem in the country.

The microfilariae (mf) exhibit nocturnal periodicity.

This is detected by night blood surveys (in order to detect mf carriers)

between 8.00 pm and 12 midnights.

Treatment

Myristica Sebifera-Q,3,6,30.

Principal remedy in elephantiasi.

Elæis Guineensis-Q

Skin thickened, hardened and itching.

Silicea 3x    4tablets thrice daily

HYDROCOTYLE ASIATICA-Q - 2drops in a cup of water twice daily

Use plenty of fresh fruits and green vegetables regularly;

Avoid spicy and fried articles.

Light exercise is beneficial.

Homoeopathy safer and superior medicine.

If the proof of the pudding is in eating, it is impossible to deny that

like cures like.

This page contains basic information. If you are concerned about your

health, you should consult a doctor.

A good guideline to remember is:

Homoeopathy as the general rule; allopathy as a last resort.