Homeopathy treatment for Dwarfism
Dwarfism is short stature that results from a genetic or medical condition. Dwarfism is generally defined as an adult height of 4 feet 10 inches (147 centimeters) or less.
Dwarfism (or conditions of short stature) refers to a group of conditions characterised by shorter than normal skeletal growth. This shortness can be manifested in the arms and legs or trunk.
The term “short stature” is often preferred over “dwarfism” or “dwarf.”
The term “little person” or “little people” is often used, too.
One of the largest advocacy groups for people with dwarfism is the Little People of America (LPA).
Dwarfism has many different causes. Several of the causes of dwarfism can lead to other health problems, such as osteoarthritis.
Researchers believe there are more than 300 conditions that cause dwarfism. Most causes are genetic.
The most common causes include:
Achondroplasia:
- Though achondroplasia is a genetic condition, four out of five people who have it also have two parents who average size.
- If you have achondroplasia, you have one mutated gene associated with the condition and one unaffected version of that gene. This is the most common cause of dwarfism.
Turner syndrome:
- This condition affects only females.
- Instead of inheriting two fully functioning X chromosomes from your parents, you inherit one X chromosome and are missing a second, or at least part of a second, X chromosome.
- Males, by comparison, have an X chromosome and a Y chromosome.
Growth hormone deficiency:
- The reasons for growth hormone deficiency aren’t always clear.
- Sometimes it’s tie to a genetic mutation.
- In many cases, the reasons for growth hormone deficiency never diagnose.
Hypothyroidism:
- An underactive thyroid, especially if it develops at a young age, can lead to many health problems, including limited growth.
- Other complications include low energy, cognitive problems, and puffy facial features.
- A newborn’s thyroid health should check as a matter of routine screenings.
- If your baby didn’t have their thyroid checked, discuss it with your pediatrician.
Intrauterine growth retardation:
- This condition develops while the baby is still in the mother’s womb.
- The pregnancy may go to full term, but the baby is usually much smaller than average.
- The result is typically proportional dwarfism.
Genetics and other risk factors:
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Dwarfism is usually the result of a genetic mutation.
- But having a gene or genes responsible for dwarfism can occur in a couple of ways.
- In some cases, it can happen spontaneously.
- You may not born with mutated genes inherited from a parent.
- One is recessive, which means you inherit two mutated genes (one from each parent) to have the condition.
- The other is dominant. You only need one mutated gene from either parent to have the disorder.
- Serious malnutrition, which leads to weak bones and muscles, can also overcome in many cases with a healthy, more nutrient-rich diet.
Dwarfism is usually the result of a genetic mutation. But having a gene or genes responsible for dwarfism can occur in a couple of ways.
In some cases, it can happen spontaneously. You may not be born with mutated genes inherited from a parent. Instead, a mutation of your genes happens on its own — usually without a cause doctors can discover.
Inherited genetic disorders can take two forms. One is recessive, which means you inherit two mutated genes (one from each parent) to have the condition. The other is dominant. You only need one mutated gene — from either parent — to have the disorder.
Other risk factors for dwarfism include a hormone deficiency or malnutrition. There usually aren’t any risk factors for a hormone deficiency, but it can often be successfully treated. Serious malnutrition, which leads to weak bones and muscles, can also be overcome in many cases with a healthy, more nutrient-rich diet.
Though there are many different causes of dwarfism, there are two main types of the condition: proportionate and disproportionate.
Proportionate dwarfism
When the head, trunk, and limbs are all proportionate to each other, but much smaller than those of an average-sized person, the condition is known as proportionate dwarfism.
This type of dwarfism is often the result of a hormone deficiency. It can often be treated with hormone injections while a child is still growing. As a result, someone born with proportionate dwarfism may be able to reach an average height or get close to it.
Disproportionate dwarfism
This is the most common kind of dwarfism. As the name suggests, it’s characterized by having body parts that are disproportionate to each other. For example, a genetic condition called achondroplasia
results in arms and legs that are significantly shorter than those of a person of average size, but the trunk is like that of someone unaffected by dwarfism. In some cases, the head of a person with disproportionate dwarfism may be slightly larger than that of a person without dwarfism.
Diet for Dwarfism:
- Protein-rich foods – Eggs, fish, lean meats, dairy, lentils, and nuts for growth and muscle development.
- Calcium & Vitamin D – Milk, cheese, yogurt, leafy greens, and fortified cereals for strong bones.
- Zinc-rich foods – Pumpkin seeds, beans, and cashews to support growth.
- Healthy fats – Avocados, olive oil, and nuts for overall development.
- Iron sources – Spinach, red meat, and legumes to prevent deficiencies.
- Fruits & vegetables – Provide essential vitamins and antioxidants for immunity.
- Whole grains – Brown rice, oats, and whole wheat for sustained energy.
- Hydration – Drink plenty of water and fresh juices for overall health.
- Limit processed foods – Avoid excess sugar and junk food that hinder growth.
Diet for Dwarfism:
- Protein-rich foods – Eggs, fish, lean meats, dairy, lentils, and nuts for growth and muscle development.
- Calcium & Vitamin D – Milk, cheese, yogurt, leafy greens, and fortified cereals for strong bones.
- Zinc-rich foods – Pumpkin seeds, beans, and cashews to support growth.
- Healthy fats – Avocados, olive oil, and nuts for overall development.
- Iron sources – Spinach, red meat, and legumes to prevent deficiencies.
- Fruits & vegetables – Provide essential vitamins and antioxidants for immunity.
- Whole grains – Brown rice, oats, and whole wheat for sustained energy.
- Hydration – Drink plenty of water and fresh juices for overall health.
- Limit processed foods – Avoid excess sugar and junk food that hinder growth.
- Take healthy diet.
- Give adequate head and neck support.
- Provide personal adoptive tools to your child.
- Physical therapy.
Homeopathic Medicines for Dwarfism:
The homeopathic remedies (medicines) given below indicate the therapeutic affinity but this is not a complete and definite guide to the homeopathy treatment of this condition. The symptoms listed against each homeopathic remedy may not be directly related to this disease because in homeopathy general symptoms and constitutional indications also taken into account for selecting a remedy, potency and repetition of dose by Homeopathic doctor.
So, here we describe homeopathic medicine only for reference and education purpose. Do not take medicines without consulting registered homeopathic doctor (BHMS or M.D. Homeopath).
Medicines:
Some useful homeopathic remedies are i.e.:
- Baryta Carbonica
- Calcarea Phosphorica
- Medorrhinum
- Silicea
- Sulphur
- Syphilinum
HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE FOR DWARFISM
BARYTA CARB : Useful for dwarfism in children with difficulty in speech.Suited to those child who is not reacting well to stranger or change.Helpful when child finds social interaction very challenging.
SILICEA : Best suited to those children who are obstinate, headstrong, cry when spoken kindly.Useful when mental labor is very difficult.Given to those children who is unable to read and write. There is slowness in learning to walk.
CALCAREA PHOS : Recommended to those children who is emaciated.Given when there is inability to stand and slow learning to walk.Useful for weak spine with disposed to curvature,especially to the left.Given when child is unable to support body and head.There is weak neck.
THUJA
Thuja Occidentalis is an ideal height increase medicine in homeopathy when it is a result of genetic factors. This medicine works wonderfully when the patient is emaciated and weak in nature. It not only acts on bones and muscles but also corrects the dysfunctioning of the body.
Homeopathic Medicines for Dwarfism:
The homeopathic remedies (medicines) given below indicate the therapeutic affinity but this is not a complete and definite guide to the homeopathy treatment of this condition. The symptoms listed against each homeopathic remedy may not be directly related to this disease because in homeopathy general symptoms and constitutional indications also taken into account for selecting a remedy, potency and repetition of dose by Homeopathic doctor.
So, here we describe homeopathic medicine only for reference and education purpose. Do not take medicines without consulting registered homeopathic doctor (BHMS or M.D. Homeopath).
Medicines:
Some useful homeopathic remedies are i.e.:
- Baryta Carbonica
- Calcarea Phosphorica
- Medorrhinum
- Silicea
- Sulphur
- Syphilinum
HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE FOR DWARFISM
BARYTA CARB : Useful for dwarfism in children with difficulty in speech.Suited to those child who is not reacting well to stranger or change.Helpful when child finds social interaction very challenging.
SILICEA : Best suited to those children who are obstinate, headstrong, cry when spoken kindly.Useful when mental labor is very difficult.Given to those children who is unable to read and write. There is slowness in learning to walk.
CALCAREA PHOS : Recommended to those children who is emaciated.Given when there is inability to stand and slow learning to walk.Useful for weak spine with disposed to curvature,especially to the left.Given when child is unable to support body and head.There is weak neck.
THUJA
Thuja Occidentalis is an ideal height increase medicine in homeopathy when it is a result of genetic factors. This medicine works wonderfully when the patient is emaciated and weak in nature. It not only acts on bones and muscles but also corrects the dysfunctioning of the body.
What is Dwarfism?
Dwarfism is short stature that results from a genetic or medical condition.
Dwarfism is generally defined as an adult height of 4 feet 10 inches or less.
Homeopathic Medicines used by Homeopathic Doctors in treatment of Dwarfism
- Baryta Carbonica
- Calcarea Phosphorica
- Medorrhinum
- Silicea
- Sulphur
- Syphilinum
What are the types of Dwarfism
- Disproportionate dwarfism
- Proportionate dwarfism
What causes Dwarfism
- Achondroplasia
- Turner syndrome
- Growth hormone deficiency
- Hypothyroidism
- Intrauterine growth retardation
- Genetics
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dwarfism/symptoms-causes/syc-20371969
- https://www.webmd.com/children/dwarfism-causes-treatments#1
- https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320286.php
- https://www.healthline.com/health/dwarfism#risk-factors
- Psychogenic dwarfism pathophysiology – wikidoc
