Psychological distress in Prolapse inter vertebral disc.

The overall lifetime prevalence of back pain exceeds 70% in all industrial countries and the consequences include loss of 1.4 working days per person / per year; 10-15% of all sickness absence; Approximately 25% of the populations between the ages 40 to 50 have shown evidence of a Prolapse Inter Vertebral Disc on MRI scan, most of which were a symptomatic at the time. Study psychological distress in PIVD cases. Methods: A Clinical study of 81 cases of Prolapse Inter Vertebral Disc was done at APHA Super specialty clinic, Hyderabad and private clinic from 2006-2009 Results: 17.28% belongs to 45-49 years age , followed by 14.81% in 40-45 years age group, Gender females were more, Occupation: Non manual workers: 22, home makers: 27 manual workers: 32, social Group was: Low socioeconomic: 26,middle class: 37,upper middle class: 18, smokers were more than 50%, 90% were having psychological distress with apprehension about future, it was more in dropped out cases of 6.2% , remedies Lycopodium 30 , Kali carb 21 were leading, Result were as follows Relief of 76--99% in 30 cases, 51--75% in 30, 26-- 50% in 30, 0--25% in 10 cases and No dropped out were 6.2%. Ultimate answer was Pain reduction 90%, Work return 90%, increased physical function 60% and psychological wellbeing in 60 % cases. Discussion: Conventional systems of medicine have its limitation in tackling these disorders, and their approach in the treatment of disc prolapse is to provide temporary relief than a permanent cure through drugs and Microdisectomy, which a common Indian cannot afford. Homoeopathic system of medicine provides hope for a more permanent cure and relief if the treatment is planned methodically; in this system of medicine mental symptoms are given top priority. Conclusions: It found the holistic approach of Homoeopathy is very much pragmatic in dealing with PIVD disorders with psychological distress; still there is a lot to do to further validate the homoeopathic literature13
**** for full length article ref Asian journal of Homoeopathy,vol 4 no 4 (13) Nov 2010 -Jan 2011.

Uncertainty in primary level of prevention OF SWINE FLU

Demand for preventive medicine is enormously more from all quarters, but there was delay in selecting the Genus Epidemicus. Various homoeopaths gave different preventive medicines as shown above. This may be due to restrictions to see positive cases by health authorities. Even when symptoms were repertorised few remedies were coming, even this was also not taken into consideration. Mean while chemists exploited the situation as described above. Lastly on August 31, 2009 the Group of Experts (CCRH) inter-alia has recommended that homoeopathy medicine Arsenicum album could be taken as prophylactic medicine against Flu like illnesses, a senior health ministry official said. It has recommended one dose of Arsenicum album 30, daily on an empty stomach for three days. The dose should be repeated after one month by following the same schedule in case flu like conditions prevails in the area. Very few segments are following the above instructions. Social and preventive department of every homoeopathic college should take up this challenging work of primary level of prevention to save the desperate humanity who can be victims of said Epidemic.
Detailed article published in Vital Informer2010

wonders of homoeopathy an evidenced based study-Dr G R Mohan

19th of November 2010,It is a thrilling movement for me as my book titled “wonders of homoeopathy an evidenced based study “written by me was accepted to publish by ‘ New central book agency (p) ltd, Kolkata , the day happened to be birth day of smt Indira Gandhi ,our beloved former prime minister of India.

200th year of Celebrations of Organon of medicine at Devs Homoeopathic Medical College, Ankireddy palli, A P

On 24th December2010 Staff and students of Devs Homoeopathic Medical College, Ankireddy palli, RR District, Andhrapradesh celebrated 200th year of Organon of medicine. An elocution competition was conducted on this Eve. Ten students participated. They spoke on importance of organon medicine.

Devs homoeopathic medical college,Vanbhojan

4th December we staff members and students celebrated Kartika Vanbhojan. Vanbhojan, is a kind of ritual annual picnic undertaken during Kartika masam in Andhra Pradesh. To remove fear among students who joined our new college ( Devs homoeopathic medical college, Ankireddy palli,RR District,AP),were also invited.Even though I was the sponsor, Dr Hanumantha rao took all the pains in spotting the location and arranging delicious lunch at Deva nagar. Prof Shankar, Dr H Rao along with other staff members entertained the students, in turn students reciprocated with songs, Dr Satya dev President and Dr Vasu dev Vice president of Devs Educational Society graced the event. Both congratulated the new students who joined BHMS course and advised to do hard work to serve the suffering humanity.

Glaucoma case cured by homoeopathy

Glocoma Case 3:6
Glaucoma affects the optic nerve and cause vision loss. An elevated IOP is the most important risk factor for the development of Glaucoma. Normal IOP is can range from 10-21 mm Hg. Laser trabeculoplasty will not cure glaucoma. In most cases it brings the eye pressure back under control by improving drainage of fluid from the eye. Once the optic nerve has been damaged, it cannot be repaired. In Homoeopathic system there are quite good number of remedies, one of these is Osmium is a metal of the Platinum group. Which has reduced IOP.
Prescribing totality was as follows,
Gen air open >
Eyes Pain burning
Vision dim
Glaucoma
Vision Colors before eyes
Eye pain general touch <
Photophobia
Belladonna 17/7, Phosphorus 14/7 (complete rep, Hompath classic 8)
18/09/04 Belladonna 200c,25/09/04 Phosphorus 0/1, 5doses, 07/10/04 Phosphorus 0/3, 5doses did not give expected relief of symptoms.
Case was reviewed and Boericke and Clarke materia medicas were referred and osmium 30, 5doses was given on the bases of “Increase in intra-ocular tension, dim sight, and photophobia. Violent supra and infra-orbital neuralgia, violent pains and lachrymation. Green colors around the light. Always found. Open air helps the smarting in eyes”.
25/10/04 patient was cheerful and said he is better by 40—50%, still vision was poor but it was comparatively better after osmium. Osmium 200c was given 3doses with 10days placebo. 08/11/04 case was sent ophthalmologist for IOP measurement and advice. IOP has reduced; ophthalmologist has advised him to continue the same treatment.6

AIDS DAY CONDUCTED

WORLD AIDS DAY CONDUCTED AT DEVS HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICAL COLLEGE,

AIDS day was conducted in DEVS HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL, on 1-12-2010(Wednesday). Ankireddy Palli, R.R.Dist., On this occasion elocution competition was conducted among the students. Dr.G.R.Mohan , Principal of the college sponsored prizes for the winners.
Ms RAPOLU SWETHA won the first prize,second prize won by Ms ALEKHYA and third prize by Mr NARESH

DEVS HOMOEOPATHIC DISPENCERY INAUGARETED

Under the auspices of Dev’s Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Ankireddypalli. A satellite homeopathic dispensary is inaugurated in Ankireddypalli village on 01 – 12 – 2010, Wednesday by Shri. Satyanarayana, Surpanch of the village. Many prominent persons of the village attended the function.
Shri. Mallesh Dupty. Surpanch, Dr. N. Satyadev, Director of the Devs Medical Educational Society and Smt. Lakshmi Devi Satyadev lightened the lamp.
Dr. N. Satyadev said many medical camps will be conducted in future to meet the needs of the rural population and to achieve health to all.
Dr. G.R. Mohan principal, devs homeopathic medical college appealed the gathering to utilize the medical facilities offered by the dispensary.
Dr. M. Ramakrishna Professor and medical superintendent of Devs Homeopathic Medical College and hospital recorded the first case and dispensed.