Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common Digestive Disorder that impacts many people worldwide. Recent studies suggest that this is a common condition in the UAE as well. While, thankfully, IBS is not a life-threatening condition, it can be very disruptive to someone’s life and create a lot of discomfort that can impact their ability to engage in their life the way that they would like to. Homeopathy offers a natural, holistic therapy as part of complementary treatment options for IBS.
Request AppointmentIrritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is classified as a gastrointestinal disorder that affects your intestines, and therefore your digestive system. It is a group of symptoms that include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation as symptoms. The cause of IBS is undefined; however, gut hypersensitivity, altered gut motility, and psychological components, including stress and anxiety have been deduced to be some of the common reasons.
IBS is typically diagnosed by a specialist medical doctor, a gastroenterologist. Doctors differentiate between the following types of IBS:
Making these distinctions is important because it impacts the doctor’s consideration for what would be the best treatment for IBS for each person. Having a clear diagnosis also helps when seeking holistic treatment approaches for IBS. The homeopathic physician will want to know what diagnosis has been determined by the doctor to develop the best homeopathy treatments for IBS that fit each person’s unique diagnosis and history.
As described, IBS is not a life-threatening condition. However, the symptoms of IBS can be disruptive and can impact a person’s life in different ways. Following are some of the common impacts of IBS that homeopath would like to see relieved through holistic care:
Find UsThe physical symptoms of IBS can interfere with the ability to eat well, sleep well, and focus in everyday life. Often, in order to manage symptoms, people have to interrupt what they are doing and head to the bathroom. This can interrupt their productivity.
People with IBS have been associated with higher rates of anxiety and depression. There can be emotional fatigue as a result of the chronic symptoms. And there can be increased stress sensitivity.
People can become more isolated as a result of needing to manage their symptoms or as a result of avoidance out of fear of embarrassment.
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One of the aspects about homeopathy that people may not realize is that homeopathy is a holistic, individualized treatment approach. There are many remedies that a homeopathic physician may consider for a particular diagnosis because they are taking a more holistic approach. This is true for IBS as well. Homeopathic remedies are natural remedies that stimulate the body's healing mechanisms without the adverse effects that are usually found with pharmaceutical medicines.
At our holistic wellness clinic in Dubai, our homeopath provides a natural and holistic approach to treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), a common digestive disorder that many people struggle with. Homeopathy, as an alternative, holistic therapy, offers personalized treatment options to address each person’s unique presentation, taking into consideration the patient's overall history, health, lifestyle, and emotional condition.
For instance, a homeopath can select from many different homeopathic remedies, such as Nux Vomica, Lycopodium, and Argentum Nitricum to treat IBS. The choice that a homeopathic physician makes is based on a more comprehensive profiling of each person’s condition. This means that the homeopathic remedies for IBS are selected for each person individually taking into consideration not just the diagnosis, but also each person's individual experience of the symptoms, emotional state, health history, current triggers and bowel patterns.
For example, if someone has IBS-C and reports feeling irritable and stressed, the homeopath may determine that it is best to prescribe Nux Vomica. If a person reported IBS worsening by grief or suppression of emotions, has dry mouth, and a desire for salty food, the homeopath may decide that Natrum Mur would be the best homeopathy treatment for IBS in that instance.
These are general examples, but they highlight the importance of consulting with an experienced, licensed homeopathic physician in order to get the appropriate individualized homeopathy treatment plan and to receive continuous support that may include altering the homeopathy protocol over time depending on how symptoms improve or life context change.
In addition to homeopathy for IBS treatment, there are also natural remedies that a person can adopt that have been found to help with IBS-symptom relief:
Depending on the symptoms and needs of the individual, these remedies can be used alone or together.
There are many different types of herbal teas, each one with its own benefits. Here is an overview of some of the more common ones used to provide relief from IBS symptoms:
These remedies can be used alone or together. Keep in mind that each person may have a different reaction to the teas. For some, ginger may be very helpful, for others it does not suit them. The best natural treatment for IBS is personal. Explore different herbal teas and identify which are the best ones for you. When choosing a herbal tea, it is important to consult with the homeopathic physician to find out about when to take your homeopathic remedy and when to drink your tea so that the tea provides the relief you are seeking without interfering with the remedy.
There is no accurate timeline to cure IBS, as it is a chronic condition that requires long-term management. The treatment and time it takes to help alleviate IBS symptoms vary for each individual, depending on factors such as adherence to treatment plans, lifestyle changes, and stress management.
Some people who start the treatment may notice a difference immediately or in the first few days, whereas others may only see a difference after prolonged treatment. Consistently making the effort to make dietary adjustments, reduce stress, and follow the treatment plan can lead to significant improvements over time. It's important to work closely with a healthcare provider to develop a personalized plan and monitor progress.
At BMY, we strive to provide the best holistic wellness center to help people with chronic conditions, such as IBS, experience greater relief from symptoms and discover a greater sense of wellness overall. Our licensed homeopath and multidisciplinary holistic care providers are all certified, experienced, and knowledgeable in their respective fields. We know that IBS management is highly dependent on considering mental, emotional, and physical health together. As such, BMY addresses IBS holistically and provides natural treatment options such as homeopathy, holistic psychotherapy, holistic physiotherapy, and somatic practice, as part of complementary and alternative healthcare.