Homoeopathy — Page 267
Cistus Canadensis 267 from superficial scratching unless the disease manifests itself externally on the surface of the skin. According to allopathic science, diseases deep inside the body and the ones on the surface of the skin are different. But according to the homoeopathic view, both are the manifestation of one basic weakness, affecting the inner linings, the glands, as well as the external surface of the skin. Cistus is very important for the treatment of nail problems. Many diseases, when well established, affect the nails. Streaks form over the nails, which become thick and deformed. Cistus is a prominent remedy for treating the skin condition due to chronic diseases. There are some other medicines also which can be used for the treatment of the nails. In Cistus, any kind of deformity of the nails can be expected. Other symptoms of Cistus being present, this would be the most ideal and the best remedy to treat the skin condition. The symptoms of Cistus aggravate on touch, movement, draft of cold air, at night and by mental work. The symptoms ameliorate after taking food or bringing out sputum. Adjuvants: Conium, Carbo Veg, Calcaria and Argentum Nitricum Antidotes: Rhus Tox, Cepia Potency: Commonly 30 but high potency may be used as needed