Scope and Limitations of Homeopathy in Ophthalmology

Abstract

Every science has got its own scope and limitations. So same is also applicable for homeopathy to treat general diseases as well as diseases of special sense organs. The eye is one of the most vital sense organ of a body. From my clinical experience in ophthalmology, it was observed that homeopathic medicines do respond well in many acute and chronic conditions. Different sample cases reported here give an idea about the effectiveness of homeopathy in ophthalmology. However, to achieve accuracy and gain confidence in practice, the physician should have an in-depth knowledge of different ophthalmic diseases with their diagnostic investigations apart from basic knowledge of homeopathy. Understanding about the scope and limitations of homeopathy in ophthalmology will help the physician to inform the patient beforehand whether a particular eye condition is amenable to homeopathy and about its probable outcome.

Keywords

ophthalmology - scope and limitations - Pulsatilla - Belladonna - Natrum muriaticum - Hepar sulphuris - Senega

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