[*rye]

alternative medicine for hepatitis b?

[Jeff S]

Hepatitis B: Integrative Therapies

Good scientific evidence:

Cordyceps: In traditional Chinese medicine, codicesPSas been used to support and improve liver function. Cordyceps may stimulate the immune system and improve serum gamma globulin levels in hepatitis B patients. Currently, there is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against the use of cordyceps for chronic hepatitis B. However, early study results are promising. Additional research of cordyceps and current hepatitis treatments is needed.

Avoid if allergic or hypersensitive to cordyceps, mold or fungi. Use cautiously with diabetes, bleeding disorders or taking anticoagulant medications, with prostate conditions, if taking immunosuppressive medications, or if on hormonal replacement therapy or oral contraceptives. Avoid with myelogenous type cancers. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding.

Read more: http://www.kosmix.com/topic/hepatitis_b/Alternative-Medicine#ixzz1FOFuWG20

[fatcatjessicajean]

Acupuncture. You can find an affordable clinic near you through the community acupuncture network (CAN) website http://www.communityacupuncturenetwork.org/

good luck!

[prats_0]

Slow down

* Reduce your activity level to match your energy level. You don't have to stay in bed, but listen to your body and slow down when you become tired.
* Don't go to work or school unless your workload can be reduced to match your energy level.
* Avoid strenuous exercise.
* As you start to feel better, go back to your regular activities gradually. If you try to meet your regular pace too soon, you may get sick again.

Eat right

* Even though food may not appeal to you, it is important to get adequate nutrition. For most people, nausea and loss of appetite become worse as the day goes on. Try eating a substantial (but not heavy) meal in the morning and lighter meals later in the day.
* Doctors used to recommend a high-calorie, protein-rich diet to people who have hepatitis. This is no longer believed to be of any benefit, and such foods can be hard to eat when you feel nauseated. Try to maintain a balanced diet while eating foods that appeal to you.

Avoid dehydration

It is important that you keep your body well-hydrated when you have hepatitis B, especially if you have been vomiting.

* Drink plenty of water.
* If you can tolerate them, fruit juices and broth are other good choices, because they provide additional calories.
* Many of the "sports drinks" available in grocery stores can help replace essential minerals (electrolytes) that are lost during vomiting. You can also make your own re hydration drink.

Avoid alcohol and drugs

Hepatitis impairs your liver's ability to process drugs and alcohol. If you take drugs (prescription or illegal) or drink alcohol when you have hepatitis, their effects may be more powerful and may last longer. In addition, alcohol and some drugs can make liver damage worse.

* If you are taking prescription medicines, your doctor may instruct you to stop using them until your liver has had time to heal. Do not stop taking prescription medicines unless your doctor has told you to do so.
* Check with your doctor before taking any new medicines or continuing the use of nonprescription medicines, including herbal products and acetaminophen (such as Tylenol). Acetaminophen can make liver disease worse, especially if you continue to drink alcohol.
* You should avoid alcohol until your doctor feels that your liver is completely healed. This may take as long as 3 to 4 months.

Try to control itching

People with hepatitis sometimes develop itchy skin. You can control itching by keeping cool and out of the sun, wearing cotton clothing, or using nonprescription medicines such as Benadryl or Chlor-Trimeton. Talk to your doctor if you want to take nonprescription medicines.

[loony_cats]

http://www.askdrshah.com/app/hepatitisB_article.asp
Homeopathy has a good track record for curing hep.B, so find a professional homeopath to take your case.

[gardengallivant]

No, especially not homeopathy.

Consult a real medical doctor for advice.

[Balou]

No, NO and NO!!!

Hepatitis B is a serious illness requiring *serious* medical treatment. That automatically rules out any homeopathy/naturopathy book club hobbyist crap. SEEK REAL MEDICAL TREATMENT!!!