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Looking for alternate/homeopathic remedy for Otosclerosis
I am a man in my mid-30s. Diagnosed with Otosclerosis with a moderate hearing loss in the past year, I have had fullness in the ear for couple of years and It seems to be slowly getting worse.Doctors (I have seen 2) have recommended Stapes surgery. I am not too comfortable with the surgical approach at this time and want to research if there are any proven homeopathic remedies out there. I am generally in good physical condition.
I ran into an Herbal supplement called RingSTOP from place called "tinnitusearringing" .
Does anyone know about validity of this supplement.
Any good homeopathic doctors in the Dallas/TX area who may help me on this ?
Thank You;
CG
cgsea on 2005-03-13
This is just a forum. Assume posts are not from medical professionals.
We cannot remark on the supplement unless it may be homeopathic. If it has 10 remedies in it, we do not agree to use it.
You rely on names, but very little actual symptoms other than fullness in ear and I assume you have Tinnitus? What does the fullness feel like? Fullness may sound finished to you, but there are many ways to express this.
Tell us about yourself.
No known Homeopaths in Dallas/TX area as we have been looking for others.
Blessings, Sabra
You rely on names, but very little actual symptoms other than fullness in ear and I assume you have Tinnitus? What does the fullness feel like? Fullness may sound finished to you, but there are many ways to express this.
Tell us about yourself.
No known Homeopaths in Dallas/TX area as we have been looking for others.
Blessings, Sabra
♡ sabra last decade
Fullness in the ear is the primary symptom. Trouble hearing low-frequency sounds and quality of hearing in the affected ear has also been affected significantly.
Level of fullness varies considerably from day-to-day. Rapid jaw movements makes it feel like something is trying to clear or click in that ear but stops short of doing it.
First we thought it was a eustachian tube malfunction with fluids failing to drain, Both the doctors (specialists) I've seen tell me that they are 100% confident it is Otosclerosis. I do not have Tinnitus (there is very rare occurence of ringing in ear.. once every other week or so).
I have never been on any homeopathic medicine in my life though I am encouraged to try based on what I hear.
What is the track record of homeopathic treatment on this condition ? As I have discovered this condition at a relatively early stage, I want to try to see if it can be healed without invasive procedures.
If not Dallas, are there any recommnded homeopaths in Texas ?
Thanks for your help,
CG
Level of fullness varies considerably from day-to-day. Rapid jaw movements makes it feel like something is trying to clear or click in that ear but stops short of doing it.
First we thought it was a eustachian tube malfunction with fluids failing to drain, Both the doctors (specialists) I've seen tell me that they are 100% confident it is Otosclerosis. I do not have Tinnitus (there is very rare occurence of ringing in ear.. once every other week or so).
I have never been on any homeopathic medicine in my life though I am encouraged to try based on what I hear.
What is the track record of homeopathic treatment on this condition ? As I have discovered this condition at a relatively early stage, I want to try to see if it can be healed without invasive procedures.
If not Dallas, are there any recommnded homeopaths in Texas ?
Thanks for your help,
CG
cgsea last decade
As Sabra says - we have to match a person to a remedy . Unless - as she says -" Tell us about youself "- we have more details cannot comment.
For instance if you like to lay down a lot - it could be Manganum.
For instance if you like to lay down a lot - it could be Manganum.
passkey last decade
You really must tell us more about yourself as a person. Begin at the top of the head and work down. Headaches? Dizzyness??? and tell us about your body. Strengths and weaknesses, Likes/dislikes. What you react to and not. Temper or not. When you do not feel well other times, what do you do to make yourself feel better? What makes it worse?
You DID say one or two things that were very important clues, but still need more.
Because you are new to homeopathy there is no way you would understand this, but you have asked us, now you must trust us. Homeopathy heals things MDieties cannot touch.
I have 40+ years experience and having a person discuss themselves until they are embarrassed is the only way to get a good remedy. We cannot see you or read your body language, we must rely only on what you tell us.
Also, You ask for confirmation of healing. This is not possible even with the specialists you mention. They have a whole different twist on treating the body.
Life doesn't come with guarantees. We try and try again to get what we want. We try for you too, that is why we are here.
Blessings, Sabra
You DID say one or two things that were very important clues, but still need more.
Because you are new to homeopathy there is no way you would understand this, but you have asked us, now you must trust us. Homeopathy heals things MDieties cannot touch.
I have 40+ years experience and having a person discuss themselves until they are embarrassed is the only way to get a good remedy. We cannot see you or read your body language, we must rely only on what you tell us.
Also, You ask for confirmation of healing. This is not possible even with the specialists you mention. They have a whole different twist on treating the body.
Life doesn't come with guarantees. We try and try again to get what we want. We try for you too, that is why we are here.
Blessings, Sabra
♡ sabra last decade
Thanks Sabra, As you correctly pointed out, because I am new to the world of alternate medicine, I probably do not see the details that you are looking for.
Here are some more details that I can think of:
In general, the condition is worse when it is damp, raining outside, cold/winter, early in the morning. I have seen the condition improve temporarily when I am outside, away from crowds (such as bicyling around on Sunday afternoon, vacationing in warm weather ).
Level of stress (I work in a high stress - legal type profession) also makes it worse. When I am relaxed, enjoying time with my family, it doesn't seem to bother as much. Rapid movement of jaw (the type one would do to clear blocked ears from flying) always makes crackling sound in the affected ear (as if something is trying to disengage or open-up .. but doesn't quite get there).. Also, I get a small fluid discharge in my throat when I make these rapid jawa movements.
As far as physical symptoms - No headache at all; Occasional hissing (mild ringing) in the affected ear that last only a few seconds.
Overall health is good. I spend lot of time outdoors (bicycling, running) , eat healthy foods (moderate red meat, plenty of fresh seafood and veggies ).. Moderate Wine ( 3-4 Glasses/Week). No smoking. I am 6 ft, 190 Lb, Body Fat of 17%.. Recent annual physical shows everthing normal (slightly elevated cholesterol - 198 combined). Can't think of anything else.
I have NEVER been on homeopathic medication, my sister who has had lot of sinus related problems, got excellent results out of homeopathic therapy but I don't know much details.
Hope that gives you more information for any additional advice.
Thanks for your help,
CG
Here are some more details that I can think of:
In general, the condition is worse when it is damp, raining outside, cold/winter, early in the morning. I have seen the condition improve temporarily when I am outside, away from crowds (such as bicyling around on Sunday afternoon, vacationing in warm weather ).
Level of stress (I work in a high stress - legal type profession) also makes it worse. When I am relaxed, enjoying time with my family, it doesn't seem to bother as much. Rapid movement of jaw (the type one would do to clear blocked ears from flying) always makes crackling sound in the affected ear (as if something is trying to disengage or open-up .. but doesn't quite get there).. Also, I get a small fluid discharge in my throat when I make these rapid jawa movements.
As far as physical symptoms - No headache at all; Occasional hissing (mild ringing) in the affected ear that last only a few seconds.
Overall health is good. I spend lot of time outdoors (bicycling, running) , eat healthy foods (moderate red meat, plenty of fresh seafood and veggies ).. Moderate Wine ( 3-4 Glasses/Week). No smoking. I am 6 ft, 190 Lb, Body Fat of 17%.. Recent annual physical shows everthing normal (slightly elevated cholesterol - 198 combined). Can't think of anything else.
I have NEVER been on homeopathic medication, my sister who has had lot of sinus related problems, got excellent results out of homeopathic therapy but I don't know much details.
Hope that gives you more information for any additional advice.
Thanks for your help,
CG
cgsea last decade
Couple of more things to add: I do not have any significant "temper" realted issues. My work is high-stress, so there will be ongoing stress in my life, but I deal with it the best way I can.
No dizziness, Currenly I am not taking any medication for this other than some vitamin supplements (C, E, Zinc) and anti-oxidants.
The condition is also very location dependent . I travel on business and when I am in a city that has high pollen, the condition is worse.
No dizziness, Currenly I am not taking any medication for this other than some vitamin supplements (C, E, Zinc) and anti-oxidants.
The condition is also very location dependent . I travel on business and when I am in a city that has high pollen, the condition is worse.
cgsea last decade
I do not know if ABC has this remedy. Call around or go google for and you will find places that sell remedies. One place will lead you to another. If you are in England at any time, they have homeopathy there in every drug store. Also France and India.
JUNCUS EFFUSUS 30C. (a plant) It must be this high potency. Take one dose, 3 pellets, every three days for 8 doses. 24 days total. If you take the dose at 10am one day and 5pm another day, this is OK.
If you forget one, just continue the next day. This is not like antibiotics that you MUST be just right. (if the pellets come as small little grains, use 5 as a dose.) If you drop more out of the bottle, do not put back in. Contaminates the bottle. Save for next dose twisted up in a little piece of paper of a plastic bag.
In homeopathy, More is not better, just a waste.
When traveling do not pass the bottle through the X-ray. Put on person. No matter what, you will have to pass through something!
The remedy is sweet and one takes it under a clean tongue to melt. No foods half hour before or after.
No camphor like lip balm. No peppermint stuff like toothpaste. No menthol or vicks treatments. No chewing gum or mints or breath stuff. Some are against coffee, so do not take near coffee.
If you have an important meeting and wish to take a breath mint etc. take the remedy at least an hour before.
Choose a time between these things. It doesn't matter if you are on the run or not. Just need a clean mouth.
The reason for the spacing is that it is a high potency and you have had this for a longer time than you have been aware of.
Now, to explain possible activity. Many times homeopathic remedies have what I call a response. Everyone likes to say side-effects. This is totally incorrect. Homeopathy does not give side-effects. No matter the source, NO REMEDY is poisonous.
We have a favorite story about the woman that was trying to kill her husband with Arsnic. After he refused to die, she complained to a friend and the friend called the police. She was arrested for intent. The Arsnic was a homeopathy bottle!! A child could eat the whole bottle and suffer no ill effects.
The thing that happens is that remedies go back in time, and by this I mean that old symptoms may show themselves. For a short time there MAY BE discomfort in the ears before improvement. I hate to tell you this because it may program you into it, but I do not want you to have any surprises. This would be worse than the warning. I want you to feel comfortable because this is your first time and you do not know what to expect.
You must post to us because WE do not know what your body will do either. Not psychic.
1. Will just get better.
2. May show symptoms you have forgotton. This is a good sign.
3. May go back in time and you may be uncomfortable, but this will not last.
Report all things you notice or even do not notice. Later, there may come a time when we finish with another remedy. We do not know until that time.
Blessings, Sabra
JUNCUS EFFUSUS 30C. (a plant) It must be this high potency. Take one dose, 3 pellets, every three days for 8 doses. 24 days total. If you take the dose at 10am one day and 5pm another day, this is OK.
If you forget one, just continue the next day. This is not like antibiotics that you MUST be just right. (if the pellets come as small little grains, use 5 as a dose.) If you drop more out of the bottle, do not put back in. Contaminates the bottle. Save for next dose twisted up in a little piece of paper of a plastic bag.
In homeopathy, More is not better, just a waste.
When traveling do not pass the bottle through the X-ray. Put on person. No matter what, you will have to pass through something!
The remedy is sweet and one takes it under a clean tongue to melt. No foods half hour before or after.
No camphor like lip balm. No peppermint stuff like toothpaste. No menthol or vicks treatments. No chewing gum or mints or breath stuff. Some are against coffee, so do not take near coffee.
If you have an important meeting and wish to take a breath mint etc. take the remedy at least an hour before.
Choose a time between these things. It doesn't matter if you are on the run or not. Just need a clean mouth.
The reason for the spacing is that it is a high potency and you have had this for a longer time than you have been aware of.
Now, to explain possible activity. Many times homeopathic remedies have what I call a response. Everyone likes to say side-effects. This is totally incorrect. Homeopathy does not give side-effects. No matter the source, NO REMEDY is poisonous.
We have a favorite story about the woman that was trying to kill her husband with Arsnic. After he refused to die, she complained to a friend and the friend called the police. She was arrested for intent. The Arsnic was a homeopathy bottle!! A child could eat the whole bottle and suffer no ill effects.
The thing that happens is that remedies go back in time, and by this I mean that old symptoms may show themselves. For a short time there MAY BE discomfort in the ears before improvement. I hate to tell you this because it may program you into it, but I do not want you to have any surprises. This would be worse than the warning. I want you to feel comfortable because this is your first time and you do not know what to expect.
You must post to us because WE do not know what your body will do either. Not psychic.
1. Will just get better.
2. May show symptoms you have forgotton. This is a good sign.
3. May go back in time and you may be uncomfortable, but this will not last.
Report all things you notice or even do not notice. Later, there may come a time when we finish with another remedy. We do not know until that time.
Blessings, Sabra
♡ sabra last decade
Dear Sabra;
Thank you so much for this recommendation and the explanation.
JUNCUS EFFUSUS 30C is available at ABC. I will place an order shortly, I do have some follow-up questions for you.
1. Dose is 3-Pellets ( or 5 grains ) "once in 3 days" for total of 8 doses (in 24 days) = Total of 24 Pellets or 40 grains. Is that correct ? or did I miss something -- There is a gap of 3 days between the adjacent doses.. right ?
2. As far as the 30 minutes before/after rule, Can I drink water in that window ?
3. Outside this window, may I continue coffee/wine other food items or are there any dietary suggestions for maximizing the effects of this rememdy ?
4. May I continue other vitamins, minerals (outside the 1 hour window ) as I am used to ?
5. Avoiding X-Ray will be hard because these days they want "everthing" to go through the machine. I will try to schedule/time the course when I am not traveling or have minimal scheduled travel for 24 days.
I will post my findings/observations/comments up on completion.
I am already very excited and looking forward to this.
Regards,
CG
Thank you so much for this recommendation and the explanation.
JUNCUS EFFUSUS 30C is available at ABC. I will place an order shortly, I do have some follow-up questions for you.
1. Dose is 3-Pellets ( or 5 grains ) "once in 3 days" for total of 8 doses (in 24 days) = Total of 24 Pellets or 40 grains. Is that correct ? or did I miss something -- There is a gap of 3 days between the adjacent doses.. right ?
2. As far as the 30 minutes before/after rule, Can I drink water in that window ?
3. Outside this window, may I continue coffee/wine other food items or are there any dietary suggestions for maximizing the effects of this rememdy ?
4. May I continue other vitamins, minerals (outside the 1 hour window ) as I am used to ?
5. Avoiding X-Ray will be hard because these days they want "everthing" to go through the machine. I will try to schedule/time the course when I am not traveling or have minimal scheduled travel for 24 days.
I will post my findings/observations/comments up on completion.
I am already very excited and looking forward to this.
Regards,
CG
cgsea last decade
You have it right. Was I clear that the pellets may come in two sizes? One or the other? (not both together) One never knows. If you can, ASK for # 10 granules. These are the smaller ones. The others are as large as BB's. The bottle will have an authentic label.
No difference in remedy. One just has more remedy to work with. In case it is spilled, etc. I have had women drop the bottle down the toilet. Erk!
If you do not expect to be hand-searched, you could hang the remedy around your neck. Most airlines know what homeopathy is. If you are forced to travel, maybe two bottles in different places in case one is found and suspect. Maybe ABC has some literature to send with the remedy that would get you pass the unbelievers. It looks like white drugs, you know?
Avoid storing with perfumes or metal change in your pocket.
You know, you COULD put a larger dose (5 large or 10 little) in a small bottle of drinking water. One swallow is one dose. Save and keep the doses X 3 days. It will not go bad in 8 days.
It looks safe, and even if they taste it, it will not harm them. It is just your bottled water to travel with. This is how children take the remedies to school and the school doesn't freak about drugs.
I had surgery and I put my remedies in 3 labeled bottles of drinking water and drank them the days I was in the hosp. None the wiser. I told them I couldn't drink city water. (I can't)
Make observations as you go if there is any, don't wait if some symptoms show up.
Blessings, Sabra
No difference in remedy. One just has more remedy to work with. In case it is spilled, etc. I have had women drop the bottle down the toilet. Erk!
If you do not expect to be hand-searched, you could hang the remedy around your neck. Most airlines know what homeopathy is. If you are forced to travel, maybe two bottles in different places in case one is found and suspect. Maybe ABC has some literature to send with the remedy that would get you pass the unbelievers. It looks like white drugs, you know?
Avoid storing with perfumes or metal change in your pocket.
You know, you COULD put a larger dose (5 large or 10 little) in a small bottle of drinking water. One swallow is one dose. Save and keep the doses X 3 days. It will not go bad in 8 days.
It looks safe, and even if they taste it, it will not harm them. It is just your bottled water to travel with. This is how children take the remedies to school and the school doesn't freak about drugs.
I had surgery and I put my remedies in 3 labeled bottles of drinking water and drank them the days I was in the hosp. None the wiser. I told them I couldn't drink city water. (I can't)
Make observations as you go if there is any, don't wait if some symptoms show up.
Blessings, Sabra
♡ sabra last decade
You can drink water as soon as the remedy melts under tongue.
With wine, I suggest an hour before/after.
Blessings, Sabra
With wine, I suggest an hour before/after.
Blessings, Sabra
♡ sabra last decade
After a long search and several false-starts, I found a source in California who can supply this but he just came back saying -
".. Juncus Effusus requires a prescription at all
potencies and unfortunately we will not be able to fill your order unless you have a prescription from a licensed practitioner with a valid DEA
number "
Also, the mfr. they are using is called "Dolisos".
Any suggestions / comments ?
".. Juncus Effusus requires a prescription at all
potencies and unfortunately we will not be able to fill your order unless you have a prescription from a licensed practitioner with a valid DEA
number "
Also, the mfr. they are using is called "Dolisos".
Any suggestions / comments ?
cgsea last decade
Minsa last decade
I just checked for these and both "Calc Fluor 30" & "Kali Mur 30" are available from Hyland.
Are you suggesting that this would be an exact replacement for previously recommended "Juncus Effusus 30" ?
Would Sabra please comment on this replacement ?
Thanks all,
CG
Are you suggesting that this would be an exact replacement for previously recommended "Juncus Effusus 30" ?
Would Sabra please comment on this replacement ?
Thanks all,
CG
cgsea last decade
Hi Cgsea,
Can u pls share your experience with the suggested mecicines...
It will help me and lot others if you share the same.
Regards
Can u pls share your experience with the suggested mecicines...
It will help me and lot others if you share the same.
Regards
hemant71 last decade
Since it is 7 years after this thread was started, I wanted to check in with cgsea on his otosclerosis if he's still on forum. I have been diagnosed with it and your first post is totally my story (same symptoms, etc).
Did homeopathy work, did disease slow down/reverse or did you wind up with either wait and see or get stapedectomy. Just curious.
Thanks.
Did homeopathy work, did disease slow down/reverse or did you wind up with either wait and see or get stapedectomy. Just curious.
Thanks.
bettinab last decade
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