By Dr. Nikhat Choudhary
Introduction
Burning in the hands and feet is the problem most encountered by healthcare professionals. This uncomfortable condition is one of the things that can have the most negative effect on a person's quality of life. In this article, I will discuss the causes, differential diagnosis, treatment options, and the benefits of homeopathy for managing this condition.
Causes
The burning in the palms and soles can be derived from different causes, such as:
Peripheral neuropathy
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Diabetes mellitus
Hypothyroidism
Chronic alcohol consumption
Certain medications
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Erythromelalgia
Differential Diagnosis
When coming across patients with burning sensations in the palms and soles, the doctor needs to look for the following diseases:
Peripheral neuropathy
Raynaud's disease
Complex regional pain syndrome
Fabry disease
Small fiber neuropathy
Burning mouth syndrome (for palms)
Disadvantages of Using Allopathy
Though allopathic treatments may offer relief to the patient, they can bring some disadvantages too:
Potential side effects from the long-term use of medicine
Fixing the symptoms but not the cause of the problems
The risk of drug interactions
Drug tolerance can develop with time
The high cost associated with chronic treatment
Benefits of Taking Homeopathy
Homeopathy provides many benefits of using it for treating burning in the palms and soles:
The process is gentle and non-invasive
The point is on the treatment of the whole person and not only of the symptoms
The side effects that do not create too much discomfort for the patient
The homeopathic medicine can be used together with the conventional medicine
It could be potentially more cost-efficient in the long-term
10 Homeopathic Medicines for Burning Sensations in Palms and Soles
Arsenicum Album: Wonderful to get rid of the burning pain and it is worse during the night and improvement is felt if warmth is applied. Remember escape people in danger, and a real play is a remembering action, and be sure to call for help as well.
Phosphorus: The patient complains of burning, tingling, and numbness.
Causticum: The symptom being experienced here is a feeling of burning as well as that of rawness.
Sulphur: This is already curing the itching and the redness appeared. Cough has disappeared away. There are no any more red patches on the skin. The patient is feeling much better.
Apis Mellifica: The cure is effective in the stinging and burning sensation of cold application.
Agaricus Muscarius: Sensitivity is brought about in the nerves by which the patient suffers from burning and tickling experiences.
Secale Cornutum: Approximately half an hour of warming upwards after 6 minutes of real workout.
Ranunculus Bulbosus: Accompanying the pain, instead of alleviation, touching and pressuring makes the pain worse, thus it is beneficial for this pain.
Graphites: These symptoms appear when the skin is itchy and the cut is severe. The patient is currently using lotion and is very careful of this area.
Carbo Vegetabilis: Finally, after consenting to the treatment Yadu took the burning suffering with weakness and coldness of the extremities.
5 Common FAQs Related to Burning in Palms and Soles
How long does it take for homeopathic treatment to show results for burning sensations?
Through my practice, I have seen many different cases and have come to the conclusion that it may happen sooner to some individuals but to others, it may be later. However, the principle of homeopathy is to cure the root cause of the disease. Consequently, the patient will experience a painless non-violent cure without the presence of side effects through homeopathy medicines.
Can homeopathy cure burning sensations permanently?
Through my observation, homeopathy has vastly aided in the reduction of painful symptoms through the long term. In relation to disease, the health of the person is the deciding factor in recovery. Homeopathy, the philosophy of natural healing, is poised to rebalance the body in a profound way, such as to make the cure of the disease permanent whilst unnecessary interventions like the removal of the symptoms by conventional medicine.
Are there any side effects of homeopathic medicines for burning sensations?
There's no doubt that homeopathy is always safer. On the contrary, homeopathic medications are not as they are produced in very small quantities. Consequently, causing no disorder. This one is a very important benefit of homeopathy, the fact that they are so gentle on the body. In stark contrast to allopathic medicine, there could pose health risks.
Can homeopathy be used alongside conventional treatments for burning sensations?
Yes, the information I have gathered from my practice indicates that homeopathy is a compatible treatment with conventional drugs. It is not just a stand-alone cure; it becomes part of the total strategy. However, it is always good to tell both your homeopath as well as your allopathic doctor all the treatments that you are taking at the moment.
How does homeopathy differ from conventional medicine in treating burning sensations?
From my vantage point, homeopathy addresses a whole entity rather than isolated fragments. Physical, emotional, and other states are connected and nourished simultaneously in homeopathy. Every patient's physical, mental, and emotional well-being is taken into account when designing a personalized treatment plan through homeopathy. As a result, homeopathy generally entails improved overall health, not just a cessation of the burning sensation.