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What are the key affinities of Euphrasia?
Eyes (especially conjunctiva)
and mucous membranes (eyes, nose, respiratory tract)
What are the key eye symptoms of Euphrasia?
burning, stitiching, pressing pain; acrid lachrymation; sensation of hair, dust, sand
What is the nature of Euphrasia’s nasal discharge?
profuse but bland
what conditions is Euphrasia used for?
early-stage measles with eye symptoms, hay fever, respiratory issues
What are the modalities for Euphrasia?
Worse: sunlight, wind, indoors, evening, touch
Better: open air (except for lachrymation), winking, wiping eyes, coffee, darkness
What are the key affinities of Hepar Sulph?
Respiratory mucous membranes, nerves, connective tissue, glands, skin
What type of pains are common in Hepar Sulph?
Splinter-like or sticking pains, especially in throat and tonsils
How does Hepar Sulph affect the mind?
intolerant of pain, irritable, can be abusive, angry, or violent
what are the general symptoms of Hepar Sulph?
Hypersensitivity to cold, noise, odors; tendency to suppurate and sweat easily
What are the modalities for Hepar Sulph?
Worse: Cold dry air, winter, drafts, uncovering, touch, exertion
Better: heat, warm wraps, damp weather, eating
What are the key affinities of Antimonium Tartaricum?
- mucous membranes
- vagus nerve
- lungs
- heart
- respiration
What are the main respiratory symptoms of Antimonium Tartaricum?
Rattling mucus in the chest, little expectoration, weak feeling in the chest
How does Antimonium Tartaricum affect the mind?
irritable, peevish children who want to be carried; dread being alone
What are the general symptoms of Antimonium Tartaricum?
Sleepiness, chills, trembling, heaviness, diseases from damp exposure
What are the modalities for Antimonium tartaricum?
Worse: lying down (unless propped up), warmth, overeating
Better: Sitting upright, expectoration, vomiting, lying on the right side
