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Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma.
Started by: Skill123 at July 26 2009
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Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma.
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Skill123
 
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July 26 2009
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My 6 year old son has been suffering from asthma for the past 3 years. He uses Albuterol inhaler (dosage administered only when required) and QVAR (a preventative inhaler- Dosage administered twice a day for the last 2 + years). We live in California where there is a prolonged spring season. During spring, his allergies act up and his eyes are itchy and there is continuous discharge of water, he also tends to sneeze a lot and his body gets very itchy. For this, he is put on a course of antihistamines ( Claritin Syrup and Zaditor Eye drops). An allergy test via blood sample indicated that he is highly allergic to Grass and Pollen.
He has always been susceptible to colds and coughs even as an infant. He had 3 spots of eczema (one on the arm and two on the legs) as an infant cured by Homeopathy after initial application of Hydrocortisone cream.
Currently, we are in India on a visit and I decided to try an alternate treatment to wean him off of the steroids that he has been on. Over the last few days, I have been reading up all Asthma related postings on this forum as well as ABChomeopathy. Having read about Nat Sulph 6C and Blatta orientalis 6c, I was inspired to try the BlattaO wet dosage as it is the default remedy being prescribed by Dr.Joe presently. In preparation for this, we had procured the necessary medicines and stopped his allopathic medication for one day. With great hope, we tried Blatta O wet dosage (prepared as per the directions) last night at 10.00pm and shortly after that, he fell asleep. Everything was fine and he was sleeping peacefully without any cough until about 3.55 am when he woke up, unable to breathe. I observed him for a few mins and at 4.00 am, I gave him 6 pellets of Ars Alb 200 as prescribed. Since it takes about 20 mins for the medicine to act, we waited anxiously hoping for relief and my son cooperated. At about 4.26am, I had to give him Albuterol inhaler since he continued to cough and wheeze. He slept peacefully after that.
Although I am disappointed that the results experienced by my son do not conform to the standard response to the first dose of Blatta, I am hopeful that we can find a remedy to cure my son’s Asthma. Dr.Joe, how should I proceed now? Please advise as soon as possible.
Anxiously waiting for your response.
Thank you.
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Re: Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to f
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Joe De Livera
Sri Lanka
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July 26 2009
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I would like you to get the Dr Schwabe brand of Blatta O 6c in the Liquid pack in Ethanol who market it it 5ml dropper bottles. This brand is very reliable and your son may respond to it better. My experience is that patients usually respond with the first dose taken at night and I would like you to continue for 3 nights and report if there is no improvement in your son's Asthma.
You can also use the standard steam inhaling technique and see if this helps him. You will keep a boiling kettle of water with the lid open on the floor beside him and let him inhale the steam for about 5 minutes per session. This usually loosens the mucous which he will cough out and this helps to resolve the Asthma. You can insert 6 drops of the Blatta O into the boiling water and this has been tried by a patient with some success as the steam is then medicated.
You can also give him the Ars Alb 200 in the dry dose if everything fails as you have done even without my assistance by reading my previous notes on Asthma.
Do not lose hope as there are other remedies that can help him if the BO fails. Remember that the drugs that you have been giving him throughout his life may have affected him and we will have to cure him of his ailment ASAP.
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Re:Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to fi
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Skill123
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July 26 2009
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Thank you Dr. Joe. As it is sunday evening, most of the stores are closed. I was able to get in touch with the local dealer for Schwabe and he promised to have the Blatta O 6c Liquid pack in Ethanol ready tomorrow morning. As a side note, the Blatta O that was procured yesterday was also from a reputed Homeo Store that was recommended by a Practicing Homeopath. but, we'll definitely switch to the Schwabe Brand tomorrow.
A quick update on my son's condition today:
After the Albutelrol dosage that was administered at 4.26am today, no other dosage has been given again through out the day. I am trying to refrain from giving any further doses in order to prevent the next homeopathic dose from becoming ineffective. Through out the day, he has had mild wheezing on and off but he has been active and particpating in all activities normally. During midday I had him inhale steam.
I am afraid that once he falls asleep, his cough will progressively get worse and we might find ourselves in last night's situation. Based on your advice, I will continue with the second dose of Blatt O 6c wet dose tonight. Is it ok to give Ars Alb 200 dosage if he has difficulty breathing tonight? that would make it two nights in a row. I know you siad that Ars Alb is a Nosode and that it should not be used daily. Just checking to make sure...
I will also have him inhale steam with 6 drops of BO added per your recommendation.
Will report back on his progress tomorrow.Thank you for your encouragement.
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Re: Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to f
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Joe De Livera
Sri Lanka
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July 26 2009
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I would like to correct the impression you have that Ars Alb is a Nosode. Please note that it is not. The reason why I do not recommend its daily use is because it is Arsenicum Album or Arsenious Acid-Arsenic Trioxide. In the 200c potency it is quite safe to be used but I would not recommend its use on a daily basis unless this is essential. You may however use it tonight if required.
I believe that the remedy that is a Nosode which I warned not to be used on a daily basis is Bacillinum 200 which I prescribe to build up the resistance in the patient to catching frequent colds. You can get a supply and keep it for future use as you mentioned that your son catches colds often. Do not however give it to him right now till we help him to tide over his immediate problem, Asthma.
You can use the Steam therapy with 6 drops of the BO in the boiling water. He may wish to cough up the phlegm which you can promote by tapping the back of his chest when he is sleeping face down on a bed with his torso suitably elevated with pillows to promote the exudation of phlegm from his lungs. You can tap the back of his chest from the bottom down to his face and this will promote the discharge of phlegm which will clear his lungs. You can give him the BO that you already have till you get the Dr Schwabe brand tomorrow.
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Re:Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to fi
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Skill123
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July 27 2009
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Dr. Joe, Thank you for the clarification about Ars Alb 200 not being a Nosode. You are right, I got it mixed up with Bacillinum 200. I procured Bacillinum200 to keep it handy for use whenever you suggest it's use for my son.
Here is the report from last night. Since the Schwabe brand Blatta O is being delivered today, last night, we continued with the wet dosage made from the BlattaO procured previously. I also gave him steam with 6 drops of BlattaO added to the water per your recommendation. We then had him lie down on pillows with his head down and tapped his back as suggested by you in the hopes of loosening the phlegm. Did not notice any attempt to cough up the phelgm.
We went to bed a little late in the night due to some activities at home and he slept well until about 4.00am and when I heard him cough a little, I immediately had him inhale steam (made without adding BlattaO drops to the water) while he was sleeping in the bed by placing the kettle by the side of the bed and had him inhale it. He seemed to be a little better. I did not use Ars Alb200 or Albuterol inhaler since he was able to breathe alright although it was slightly labored breathing. His breathing was a little noisy.
Woke up in the morning and I noticed that there was some strained breathing. I added 6 drops of BlattaO to boiling water and had him inhale the steam. Right now, he seems to be ok but for the occasional cough which lasts for 2-4 seconds.
Need clarification on the frequency of Steam inhalation with 6 drops of BO added to the water. Should it be administered only once a day? For now, I am only using it once a day and the other times, I am using just plain water.
Thank you for your help.
PS: Just recieved the Schwabe brand BO in 5 ml bottle.
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Re: Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to f
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Joe De Livera
Sri Lanka
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July 27 2009
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Judging by your report it is very likely that your son's Asthma is being stabilized by the Blatta O (BO) . You can continue with this therapy and he can inhale the steam with the BO drops twice daily and he can continue with the steam from plain water as often as is possible to help clear the phlegm which usually is the reason for the cough and the laboured breathing associated with Asthmatics. You can encourage him to cough as this will help with overcoming his ailment.
It is possible that his laboured breathing may be caused by the constriction of his Bronchus or lower down the Bronchial Tree and we will have to observe him for a few days till he gets over his ailment.
Please report his progress from time to time as I monitor the Forum at least 4 times daily.
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Re:Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to fi
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Skill123
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July 27 2009
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Dr. Joe, thought i'd report something that I noticed, not sure if it connected to the BO usage.
There is a tiny little bump ( a very very small pimple without any redness or pus) in the middle of his Forehead closer to the Hairline and one on his right cheek (this one is very tiny). There is no imflammation or itchiness associated with them. They appeared today.
Also, I forgot to mention that last night, the back of his little finger on the right hand was so itchy in the area where the finger connects to the palm that he was desperately scratching it and crying out aloud in his sleep. In an attempt to provide some relief, I applied some ice to the area to provide some relief and reduce the slight swelling. The finger looks normal now without any swelling or itchiness now.
Not to deviate from the main topic but I was wondering if I should take any precautions like covering my nose while having him inhale the Steam with 6 drops of BO added to it. The reason I ask is that since this afternoon when I woke up from a nap, my throat feels tight and it is hurting a bit. There is no congestion in my nose or Chest. I am wondering if this connected to any exposure to the vapors with BO while administering it to my son.
Thank you for your help and patience.
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Re: Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to f
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By:
Joe De Livera
Sri Lanka
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July 27 2009
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I do not think that the pimple you noticed on your son's forehead has any connection with the BO. Nor do I think that the discomfort you noticed in your throat is connected.
In your case it is quite possible that you have caught the current throat virus which I too am suffering from right now. I have used Bryonia 200 in the Wet dose and if your condition aggravates you can use it and see if it helps you as it has helped me. Mine started with violent sneezing with a pouring nose which started yesterday morning and I treated it with Ferr Phos 6x and later Gelsemium 30. The virus then migrated down to my throat when I used the Bry. I am still suffering from this double invasion which is unfortunately raging in Colombo today and am resting at home.
To be on the safe side with the BO in view of the possible but unlikely problems you listed, let us give him steam without the BO drops added.
This seems to be the safest alternative as we are treading on uncharted ground in giving him steam with the BO added. I must mention here that this was an idea that occurred to me when you stated that he had not responded as my other patients have done to the BO when they usually have an uninterrupted deep sleep immediately after the first dose and are cured of their Asthma in a few weeks.
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Re:Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to fi
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By:
Skill123
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July 27 2009
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Ok, will have him inhale steam with only plain water tonight. I am going to make a wet dose of the Schwabe brand of BO and give to him tonight. Will post an update later tonight/ early morning.
The current status is that he continues to cough intermittantly for 2-3 seconds, maybe 2-3 times in the last couple hours.
Thank you
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Re:Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to fi
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By:
Skill123
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July 28 2009
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Due to a late evening nap, my son went to bed pretty late last night and was given a wet dose made of the Schwabe brand BO and also steam inhalation with plain water. Then we had him lay down on pillows with face down and tapped his back as suggested. He coughed once and spit out a little phlegm. The phlegm wasn’t thick or yellow in color but thin, white and frothy.
He went to bed after that but kept moving throughout the night, maybe because he wasn’t as tired and sleepy. Around 5.00am, I heard him cough once and I noticed that he was still fast asleep but as I noticed the rise and fall of his stomach in rhythm with his breathing, I felt as if he was pulling in his tummy a little as he breathed. Also, I could hear a faint whistling sound as he breathed indicating that the airways are not clear. I gave him some steam as he slept. As of now, he is still asleep and I think he is ok but for the subtle pulling in of his stomach. I will post an update in a few hours.
Thank you.
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Re: Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to f
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Joe De Livera
Sri Lanka
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July 28 2009
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It may still be early but you will be the best person to evaluate if the BO is helping him by comparing his daily routine today with what he suffered throughout the past 3 years of his life.
If his Asthma has been a nightly or daily routine, let us hope that the BO will continue to help him. The steam inhalation will also play a part in restoring him to normal health without his Asthma.
Incidentally have you or your husband or any of your family suffered from Asthma or Eczema ?
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Re:Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to fi
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Skill123
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July 28 2009
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Dr.Joe,
I am sure that the BO has helped with controlling his asthma symptoms that would have been triggered as a result of the withdrawl of his steroid based prevenatative medication.
His asthma has always been well under control by the daily dosage of his Preventative inhaler, QVAR and it’s only during the occasional flare up that we had to administer Albuterol along with the preventative medication. This makes it hard to immediately evaluate the effectiveness of BO. It might take a few days before we can judge the effectiveness.
In the past, during summer seasons when the incidence of a flare up is minimal, I have tried to drop the dosage of QVAR from one puff each in the morning and night to just one puff a day. It would take about 10- 15 days for his symptoms ( coughing) to act up and at that point we would have no choice but to increase the dosage to 2 puffs each morning and night along with administering Albuterol for a few days to have before dropping the Albuterol and lowering the dosage back to one puff each morning and night. This is the first time that we have stopped all medication. I am in a wait and watch mode at this point. Without your encouragement, I would not have had the courage to do this and I am hoping that he will be cured completely.
Neither my husband nor I suffer from Asthma or Eczema. My husband suffers from Scalp Psoriasis. My Maternal Grandmother suffered from severe Asthma. My maternal uncle suffers from Asthma.
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Re: Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to f
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Joe De Livera
Sri Lanka
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July 28 2009
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I believe that his Asthma is now being helped by the BO and let us hope that it will cure him within the next few weeks.
If he does not get any attacks within the next 3 days and you do not use the QVAR and Albuterol, we can then conclude that it is in fact the BO that is helping him. He will have to take a teaspoonful nightly for at least the next 3 months when we can re-evaluate his progress.
You can give him 1 dose of 6 pellets Bacillinum 200 sublingually to increase his resistance to Colds and Coughs which are the bane of Asthmatics as they usually tend to bring it on. This will only be given in about 2 weeks when he is completely free of any cold or cough or other ailment and when his Asthma has stabilized.
I note that your husband suffers from "Scalp Psoriasis" which I presume was the diagnosis for chronic Dandruff. This condition can be helped with Arnica Q diluted in a 10% emulsion with Olive Oil massaged into the scalp daily after shampooing daily with Johnsons Baby Shampoo. He can also take 1 teaspoonful of Arnica 30c in the Wet dose twice daily and see if it helps him.
You are also advised to take the same Arnica but just once nightly and report your response in a week.
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Re:Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to fi
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By:
Skill123
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July 28 2009
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Dr.Joe,
Thank you for the advice. About the Arnica 30C for my husband, I am a little concerned because he takes Lisinopril in combination with Atenolol for BP. He is 38 years old and has been taking this medication for about 7 years now. Also, his scalp Psoriasis is not just severe dandruff but he has these raised lesions on his scalp with silvery scales. Would Arnica still help?
I am taking Aldactone to treat skin breakouts on my face. Once I am off this course, I think I’ll be able to try the Arnica 30C.
Having read the miracles of Arnica 30C, I was actually going to ask you if my father, aged 63 and currently not any medication could use Arnica in the wet dose. About a year ago he was diagnosed with BP but he has been managing it by lowering sodium intake and following a strict diet. Can he try Arnica 30C in the wet dose?
Also, I would like to seek your opinion on trying the BO to treat my maternal uncle’s Asthma. He is 54 years old and has been suffering from asthma since age 2. His Asthma went into remission at age 12 and returned at age 26. He has been suffering continuously since then. He has taken Homeopathic treatment many years ago from various homeopaths without any success. The diagnosis is that he has allergic Bronchial Asthma. His current medication include Salbutamol inhaler taken as when required (usually, 2 times a day). He is currently taking a preventative inhaler called Foracort. Also, he suffers from severe Dandruff.
Do you think BlattaO 6c would help him?
Sorry, I have asked questions pertaining to various individuals in one post. If you would like, I can break it out into different posts.
Once again, Thank you for your selfless service.
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Re: Attn: Dr.Joe- 6 Yr old with Asthma did not respond to f
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Joe De Livera
Sri Lanka
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July 28 2009
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Arnica is a very safe Homeopathic remedy and may be used to help many ailments. You are advised to type "Arnica the Miracle Remedy" into the search window to read the many ailments that have responded some in an unbelievable manner to this remedy.
I have yet to see a case that has not responded positively to it and you may like to know that I have used it nightly since 1996 and at age 80 I can vouch for its amazing power to keep even senior citizens in a condition that is the envy of even teenagers. My BP is <120/80 Pulse <65. Lipid Profile is at a teenagers level and I do not wake up with any ache or pain in my body. Right now I am nursing a head cold which I was not able to abort as I usually do successfully but I am slowly getting over it at home.
I would like you and your husband to visit:
http://www.homeopathyandmore.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2944
This is a Thread on Arnica which Udaya Kumar and I have jointly put together to collate the available information on this remedy without our own contributions into one scholarly article for the benefit of members like you to study and enjoy the benefits that can accrue from a daily dose of this Miracle remedy. I must admit that even today, I often wonder how just 2-3 drops in a 500ml bottle of spring water can possibly make a major difference in one's life but believe me, I have ample proof to adduce to its effect on the body of which I consider I am the best example.
Your husband is a good subject to use it and in a few months he will discover that his BP will be lowered and hopefully normalized. He can take his normal prescribed drugs but he should check his BP weekly or more often and he should hopefully discover within a week that his pressure is slowly coming down when he can reduce his reliance on the drugs and let the Arnica take over instead. Please remember that all drugs leave some after effect and the less one uses them throughout life, the better for one's health in the long run.
His scalp condition will be helped with the Arnica Q massaged daily into it. The Psoriasis may have been originally caused by some bacterial or fungal infection of the skin which was exacerbated by scratching resulting in the lesions which can be felt by the fingers. This case may take some months to resolve and it would be interesting to study his case in say 3 months. If Arnica Q does not help I can suggest other remedies that can. He should use Johnsons Baby Shampoo daily as I use it myself and have found it to be the safest for daily use. Arnica Q will also promote the growth of hair.
I do not know what your problem with skin breakouts on your face is due to. If you are on any contraceptive tablets this may be the cause. If the breakouts are Acne, Arnica 6 is the remedy that has given results within a few days. Take in twice daily in the Wet dose and also apply the liquid on the tips of your fingers on your face as often as is possible.
Your dad too can use it and may be surprised to discover even overnight how he feels much more alive. He will also sleep very deeply at night. He can take it twice daily.
All your relatives who have suffered from Asthma can use the same therapy you are using for your son and hopefully they should discover that they are relieved some even overnight of their chronic disease which I note your uncle has suffered from for over 20 years, compelling him to rely on a battery of Inhalers and drugs merely to breathe. It seems such a shame that BO is not more generally used as it is usually very effective even when treating the most stubborn and chronic cases. I must tell you that there are at least 3 other remedies that can also be used in the unlikely event that BO does not help the patient.
He can take the Arnica in a week for his Dandruff and other ailments after he finds that BO has helped his Asthma.
Please note that I am not qualified in Homeopathy or Medicine but have been in Homeopathy since 1968 when I was first exposed to this science as a patient and decided to study it as I found it fascinating. It is the just the joy of healing that impels me to help those who seek my assistance on this Forum as I am convinced that God repays me with good health and happiness in return.
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