Homeopathic folks - Damiana?

[mangled]

After trying, unsuccessfully, with traditional medical doctors to deal with the problems I've been having with the side effects associated with my Fibromyalgia and recent cancer scare, I have sought the advice of a certified homeopathic doctor.

I have been dealing with anxiety and depression and a few other problems we won't go into on a family-friendly forum.

Anyhow, she has recommended damiana leaves brewed as tea. I've got them ordered, after researching them on-line, but I'm seeking personal experiences with it.

Has anyone used it, or tried it? Good or bad, I'd like to hear it.

Thanks.

Blessings-
Em

 

[Laurajean]

Haven't tried it, but I've had Fibromyalgia for 11 years now, let me know if it helps!!

 

[mangled]

I certainly will. I'm desperate for relief and my next option for treatment is narcotics. I'd rather not go there.

Blessings-
Em

 

[equine623]

I haven't had any personal experience with that, but if it is a tea brewed from leaves then it is technically not homeopathic. Naturopathic, herbal even, but homeopathy is a whole different ball game.

I hope it helps you, I fully believe in natural cures and rarely turn to traditional drugs for anything.

Best wishes for your recovery

 

[mangled]

I've been in the medical field for 20+ years. I'm ever so tired of doctors whipping out their prescription pads and just giving me more pills. I've officially been prescribed 11 different drugs. I take the ones I know I cannot get by without. My synthroid, my blood pressure pills, the rest are for sleep, pain, swelling, depression, anxiety... it's ridiculous.

If I took the pills they wanted me to, as frequently as they are prescribed, I'd be so stoned I would be non-functional. I just want to feel better, without bombing myself out on narcotics.

The Doctor is listed as a certified homeopathic/naturalistic practitioner, but she has also been to traditional medical school. I didn't know the difference. She was recommended by a friend with similar issues and she's really helped her.

I'm hoping she can help me as well.

Thanks-
Em

 

[Laurajean]

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Yeah, homeopathic are those tiny pills you melt under your tongue, and I *think* the tincture drops count as homeopathic too. I knew what you meant though, naturopathic, or "not drugs", LOL.

I am allergic to narcotics, but I think that's a very good thing. I always say that if I took a pain pill every time I was in pain I'd be an addict by next week. I deal with pain every day. Painted my bedroom a week ago and have barely been able to walk since. It's a tough condition. I take Tramadol for pain, but only when I really need to get something done. I don't like the idea of taking pain pills of any kind daily.

I too am on Synthroid by the way, and Propranolol for my migraines.

I hope this stuff helps, keep me posted.

 

[mangled]

I certainly will. I'm new to the diagnoses of fibromyalgia, but I've dealt with the pain, stiffness, all that other fun stuff for a year or more. I've also been referred to a Rheumatologist, but my appointment isn't until the end of August, for heaven's sake.

I refuse to just roll over and let this control my life. I ordered the Damiana from Monteray Bay Spice Company. It's very inexpensive. I spent $10.60 for a quarter pound, shipped. The actual cost is $4.00 plus $6.60 shipping.

I'm excited for Tuesday, when it gets here. The Dr. said the effects were almost immediate.

Blessings-
Em