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A to Z of MS Homoeopathy
Homoeopathy is a complementary system of medicine that was developed in Germany at the end of the eighteenth century. It employs the basic principle of 'let like cure like'. This is based on the theory that individuals who have an illness or a condition might be helped by substances that produce similar symptoms when given to healthy individuals.
Homoeopathic remedies contain a substance in an extremely diluted form. Many remedies are so dilute as to no longer contain a single molecule of the original substance.
Homoeopathy takes into account the personal characteristics of the individual. This means that rather than there being a specific remedy always applicable for a given symptom, remedies will often be different according to personal characteristics and not just the type of illness.
Although the use of homoeopathy is widespread, research into is effects is sparse. Its value as a treatment for MS is considered controversial, particularly if it is used as an alternative to conventional treatment.
Due to the extreme dilution of the substances involved, homoeopathic remedies are generally safe.