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BURNS · Skin Recovery

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Homeopathic medicines can help lessen the pain from a burn and heal it as well. While second- and third-degree burns or extensive first-degree burns require medical attention, homeopathic remedies can be used concurrently.

6th · 12th · 30th potency

Consider using internal and external applications to speed the healing of burns. External applications should be applied whenever a dressing is changed. When using a tincture, make certain to dilute it in at least three parts water so that the alcohol in the tincture doesn’t burn the skin. Internal remedies should be given every 2 hours when there is severe pain and every 4 hours with most first-degree burns. Take these remedies only as long as pain from the burn exists. Don’t forget to give several doses of Arnica in the 6th or 30th potency for second- or third-degree burns to help relieve the shock of injury.
For second- or third-degree burns, seek immediate medical attention.

6c · 12c · 30c · every 2–4h · as long as pain exists
Calendula
external for first-degree burns, promotes healing
This external application in a gel, spray, or diluted tincture is recommended in first-degree burns. It promotes healing, prevents infection, and is considered the homeopathic antiseptic.
Mental / general
  • Mental: Anxious about the burn; irritable from pain; fearful of infection.
  • General: External application for first-degree burns; promotes healing; prevents infection.
  • Modalities: Better from gentle cleansing and application; worse from rough handling.
Hypericum
shooting pains, burns of hands or feet, second-degree burns
This remedy comes in both internal and external forms. Take it internally if there are any shooting pains or burns of the hands or feet. Apply it externally in a gel, spray, or diluted tincture in second-degree burns. It is especially useful for nerve injuries.
Mental / general
  • Mental: Anxious, restless; fearful of movement; sensitive to touch.
  • General: Shooting nerve pain; burns of hands or feet; second-degree burns.
  • Modalities: Worse from cold and damp; better from rest and warmth.
Urtica urens
pain of first-degree burns
This is a great remedy for the pain of first-degree burns. It is especially useful when the burn is accompanied by intense burning and stinging pain.
Mental / general
  • Mental: Restless, irritable; anxious from pain; fearful of further injury.
  • General: First-degree burns; burning and stinging pain; itching.
  • Modalities: Worse from heat, touch; better from cold applications.
Cantharis
pain of second- or third-degree burns
This is an excellent remedy for relieving the pain of second- or third-degree burns. It is often considered the leading remedy for burns with intense burning pain and blistering.
Mental / general
  • Mental: Intense restlessness, anxiety; fear of death; irritable.
  • General: Second- or third-degree burns; burning pain; blistering; raw skin.
  • Modalities: Worse from touch, cold water; better from warmth and rest.
Phosphorus
electrical burns
If an electrical burn is experienced, use this remedy. It is also useful for burns that are accompanied by a feeling of weakness and exhaustion.
Mental / general
  • Mental: Anxious, fearful; sympathetic; easily startled; desire for company.
  • General: Electrical burns; weakness; exhaustion; bleeding from burns.
  • Modalities: Worse from cold, lying on left side; better from warmth and company.
Causticum
burns that do not heal well
Consider this remedy if a burn does not heal well. It is useful for burns that leave scars or that have a tendency to form keloids. It also helps with the contractures that may form after a burn.
Mental / general
  • Mental: Anxious, fearful; sympathetic; sensitive to injustice; weepy.
  • General: Burns that do not heal well; scarring; keloids; contractures.
  • Modalities: Worse from cold, drafts; better from warmth and moist heat.

Quick quiz · match the remedy

1. Which external application is recommended in first-degree burns to promote healing and prevent infection?

Calendula — external for first-degree burns, promotes healing, prevents infection.

2. Which remedy is indicated for shooting pains or burns of the hands or feet, and is also used externally in second-degree burns?

Hypericum — shooting pains, burns of hands or feet, second-degree burns.

3. Which remedy is a great choice for the pain of first-degree burns?

Urtica urens — pain of first-degree burns, burning and stinging pain.

4. Which remedy is an excellent choice for relieving the pain of second- or third-degree burns?

Cantharis — pain of second- or third-degree burns, burning pain, blistering.

5. A patient has an electrical burn. Which remedy is indicated?

Phosphorus — electrical burns, weakness, exhaustion, bleeding from burns.

6. A burn is not healing well and is leaving a scar. Which remedy should be considered?

Causticum — burns that do not heal well, scarring, keloids, contractures.
Calendula · Hypericum · Urtica urens · Cantharis · Phosphorus · Causticum — each remedy matches distinct burn types and symptoms. choose by degree of burn + cause + symptom picture. For severe burns, seek immediate medical care.
Compiled for study purposes
Not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.
For educational use only · Professional care recommended
Dr. Anwar Jameel Siddique
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