I accidentally placed this post within the coffee shop. I didn't realize how these forums were set up. I think it would best be answered over in this forum. Here it is:

Greetings,

I was just introduced to the concept of homeopathy as a result of my son's condition. I plan to visit a trained homeopath soon but I would like to pose a general question. (get some advice for free before having to fork out money at the consultation ).

My son has been diagnosed (by a medical doctor, or allopath as you might call him) with a condition known as Neuro-Fibromatosis. Symptoms include autistic-like characteristics of delayed development (speech, etc.), cafe alait' spots on the skin (like benign tumors), and abnormal bone tissue in the right tibia. His tibia is bowed and it fractured just over a year ago. The fracture is a major complication as it is a non-union case. Major surgery with pin insertion and bone grafting has not helped. The orthopedic surgeon wants to go in again, this time with more bone grafting and an external fixator for an indefinite time.

The initial diagnosing doctor said this is a genetic disorder (Neuro-Fibromatosis) to which they know little about and have no known cure. Apparently a fibroma is a benign type of tumor. Adding the neuro to it indicates that these benign tumors are forming on the ends of nerves and are causing the complications in his development, speech, and apparently the development and healing of bone.

My question is this: Can homeopathy treat a genetic disorder? If in fact his condition is genetic? Is it apparent that some allopath doctors take a disease they know little about and just classify it as genetic in a way of avoiding responsibility for its cure?

I know I would not be able to get advice for homeopathic treatment just based on the little information I provided. Mainly I'm wondering if homeopathy would help such an extreme case and, specifically, with genetic disorder.

Thanks for any advice you might be able to pass on.

btw, my introduction to the world of homeopathy came as a result of a friend sending me a copy of Impossible Cure: The Promise of Homeopathy by Amy L. Lansky. I'm currently about half way through the book. Indeed mindboggling and fascinating stuff!!

Cheers,
Lynn

Apart from ' sports injuries' homeopathy is all about genetics and hereditary conditions. Known mainly as Miasmatics.
Operations are counterproductive as the body is already doing the best it can and physical interference will lead to chronic incurable conditions .
Both in the UK and the USA there are many very good Homeopaths . Get to one as soon as possible and do not take any decision on what to do next until you have had a consultation.
As there are numerous neurofibromas it is impossible to operate on them. Do not accept further operations on the bone - get good homeopathic help.
See Recklinghausen's disease.

Has anyone heard of cases where Neuro Fibromatosis or Von Recklinghausen's Disease have been treated homeopathically? I've made contact with my closest homeopath listed in the NCH directory. He's over 100 miles away. He's treated one case about 15 years ago, but the patient moved out of area and didn't follow up with him. I'm just curious if there were any success stories for people with this condition.

The homeopath recommended a dose of calcarea phosphorica for my son's immediate bone mending need. But, after his x-rays (this Monday), we're going to get together to see about working up a more comprehensive treatment for his overall condition.

I'm just curious if anyone else has heard of this condition being treated homeopathically.

ANY problem can be treated homeopathically , but this case needs a very good and experienced homeopath. Check around.

As for as homoeopathy,all diseases are Genetic only.Allopathic Genetic disorders are also can verywell be treated in homoeopathy.It is not one day or one months treatment.Treatment should be along with childs growth.Vaccinations and other allopathic medication are obstcle to treatment.Child has to be on homoeopathic treatment for all veriety of diseases.I have treated few genetic disorders like haemophilia,muscular dystrophy etc.Treatment is more based on family history of Diabetes,etc.Nosodes depending on family history are more indicated .
Any surgery is more of suppressive in nature .As sugested above you better consult experienced classicAL HOMOEOPATH of your area .

Ramachandra,
Hyderabad ,INDIA

Sounds interesting.

Are there any books or articles patients can refer to for more details on the successful treatment of genetic diseases? Or anything on miasmatics for the layperson?

'Fraid I'm still struggling here with PKD (now just over 3 years into my homeopathic treatment), but it would be a real inspiration to hear details of cases with other genetic diseases which have shown some improvement (or stabilisation). Any improved haemophilia, tuberous sclerosis, cystic fibrosis cases in the UK, for example?

Somewhat disappointingly, my first homeopath did once tell me that she'd consulted a former tutor regarding my case & that he'd said that, since my disease was largely genetic in origin, it would probably be very difficult to cure. He hadn't heard of ANY cured or improved cases. This does sound strange in the light of what's been said below.

But then I guess this may just prove the point regarding the importance of seeking the help of a very good, experienced, classical homeopath. Perhaps my homeopath wasn't sufficiently experienced in more complex cases. Any tips for seeking out the best homeopath - I started off by looking for qualifications and membership of a professional body but perhaps this isn't enough for cases of this nature?

One thing I can say though. Homeopathy has definitely helped me to cope with the physical effects of my disease and I would recommend it, if only for the psychological improvement.

Any cured patients out there? Please, please would you post in the cured cases section? I think there are a lot of us out here who could do with some encouragement & I'll definitely be shouting about it as soon as there's any improvement in my own genetic disease!

One of the best books for starters is "Poisons That Heal " By Dr Eileen Nauman.