Homoeopathy — Page 94
Arsenic Iodatum 94 Arsenic Iodide is useful against Psoriasis , though the apparent cure is incomplete and short-lived. According to the traditional western medicine, when diseases of the glands are treated, a violent skin reaction takes place in the form of wide spread, psoriatic condition and when the skin condition is suppressed by a drug, yet another kind of ailment may ensue. So far, there is no known remedy for the control of both skin and glandular pathology. However, Sulphur 1000 and Psorinum 1000, given alternatively, benefit to some extent. Hydrocotyle is also quite useful. It is also very useful in leprosy. Arsenic is also a psoric remedy, capable of controlling the mucous membranes (the inner linings of the viscera) as well as the skin. Some remedies are good for inflammatory conditions of the intestines and skin, while others are good in diseases of the uterus and skin. Sulphur and Mercury are saliently effective against the diseases of the skin and glands. Arsenic Iodide may be indicated in different stages of syphilis. In Arsenic Iodide, the pain is in the nape of the neck and there is a burning sensation at the back. A cold chill and numbness radiates down the left leg. The wrist aches on writing. The patient feels cold though he sweats at the same time. When symptoms of Arsenic Iodide are aggravated, the patient feels nauseous and very thirsty. After drinking water he throws up (as in Phosphorus) soon after. There is intense pain in the stomach which is relieved by bending over forward as in Colocynth. Frequent stools that start early in the morning are associated with severe gripe inflammation. The stomach becomes bloated with gas. The appetite is strong but the body does not thrive. Potency: 30 to 200