Baryta Carbonica
Overview:
Baryta carbonica, is a significant homeopathic remedy derived from barium carbonate. It addresses a wide spectrum of physical and mental symptoms, particularly in individuals exhibiting developmental delays, pronounced shyness, and glandular affections. This remedy is frequently employed for both children and the old age people, targeting issues ranging from recurrent tonsillitis and stunted growth to cognitive decline and circulatory problems. Known for its affinity to the lymphatic system and its impact on mental processes, Baryta carb offers a holistic approach to those struggling with feelings of inadequacy and social anxiety, making it a valuable tool in homeopathic practice.
Common names:
- Barium carbonate
- Carbonate of baryta
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B-Bashful,Extreme shyness and timidity.
Baryta carb individuals are remarkably bashful, often to the point of social anxiety. They dread approaching strangers, public speaking, or any situation that draws attention to themselves. This shyness can manifest as blushing, stammering, or complete withdrawal. They often feel inadequate and fear being ridiculed or judged. This timidity can hinder their personal and professional lives, making it difficult for them to assert themselves or pursue their goals. They may appear childish or immature due to their lack of confidence.
[Kent’s Lectures on Materia Medica]
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A-Anxiety
Anxious about domestic affairs, Cares about domestic affairs, Anxiety about friends at home, Anxiety for others
[The Soul Of Remedies By Rajan Sankaran]
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R-Remember can’t
Deficient memory (children cannot remember and learn).
[Dictionary Of Practical Materia Medica (All 3 Vol.) By Clarke J. H.]
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Y-Yielding – Easily influenced and lacks willpower.
These individuals are exceptionally yielding and easily influenced by others. They lack assertiveness and find it difficult to say no, making them susceptible to manipulation or exploitation. They are often passive and submissive, avoiding confrontation and conflict at all costs. This lack of willpower can lead to indecisiveness and a tendency to follow the crowd rather than making their own choices. They may struggle to set boundaries and protect their own interests.
[Phatak’s Materia Medica of Homoeopathic Medicines]
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T-Threatened idiocy
Memory deficient;forgetful,inattentive.
[Allen’s keynotes]
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A-Aversion to strangers – Strong dislike or fear of unfamiliar people.
A marked aversion to strangers is a key characteristic. They experience intense discomfort and anxiety in the presence of unfamiliar people, often preferring the company of familiar faces. This aversion can manifest as social withdrawal, avoidance of public places, and a reluctance to engage in social interactions. They may feel threatened or intimidated by strangers, even when there is no real danger.
[Gibson’s Studies of Homoeopathic Remedies]
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C-Children (Dwarf)
Dwarfish children and childish old people. Old people who are fat.
[Dictionary Of Practical Materia Medica (All 3 Vol.) By Clarke J. H.]
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A-Always late
Children are late coming into usefulness; or activity; late with their studies; late learning to talk; late learning to read; late learning to make the combinations that enter into life; late learning to take in images, and form perceptions; to take on their activities; to do their work.
[Lectures On Homoeopathy By Kent J. T.]
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R-Responsibility can’t take
There is a feeling of total incapacity to take on responsibilities or do one’s own work. Baryta carbonica has anticipatory anxiety because of this feeling of incapacity. The patients are totally irresolute and depend completely on someone else to take decisions for them.
[The Soul Of Remedies By Rajan Sankaran]
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B-Barium effect
Barium is a mineral belonging to the group IIA of the Periodic Table. The main feeling of remedies from this group is one of dependence, and Baryta carbonica is the most dependent of them all.
[The Soul Of Remedies By Rajan Sankaran]
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F- Frequent Tonsillitis – "Enlarged tonsils, with tendency to suppurate."
aryta carb is frequently indicated for individuals prone to recurrent tonsillitis, often with noticeable enlargement of the tonsils. This condition may be accompanied by suppuration, or the formation of pus. These patients may experience difficulty swallowing and related discomfort.
[Boericke, W. (1927). Pocket manual of homoeopathic materia medica]
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O-Offensive Foot Sweat –
A prominent physical symptom of Baryta carb is excessively offensive foot sweat. This sweat is often described as acrid or sour-smelling, causing discomfort and embarrassment. This symptom can be a strong indicator, particularly in individuals with other characteristic mental or physical symptoms.
[Clarke, J. H. (1900). A dictionary of practical materia medica. The Homœopathic Publishing Company.]
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O – Old People’s Ailments – "Especially in old people."
Baryta carb is frequently prescribed for ailments, such as cognitive decline, circulatory problems, and glandular enlargement. This remedy addresses the weakness and debility often associated with aging. It is a remedy that is often indicated when the aging process is accompanied by mental and physical slowing.
[Lectures of materia medicaKent, J. T. ]
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L- Lymphatic Gland Enlargement – "Enlargement of glands, especially cervical and mesenteric."
Explanation: Baryta carb has a marked affinity for the lymphatic system, leading to enlargement of the glands, particularly in the cervical and mesenteric regions. This glandular enlargement can be firm and painless, or it may be associated with tenderness and discomfort. This remedy is often used for scrofulous diathesis where glands are affected. [Phatak, S. R. (1977). Materia medica of homoeopathic medicines. B. Jain Publishers.]
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I – Indurations – "Indurations of glands."
This remedy produces indurations of the glands. This means that the glands become hard or firm. This is a key characteristic of baryta carb.
[Vermeulen, F. (2000). Concordant materia medica. Emryss Publishers.]
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S: Stunted Growth – "Stunted growth of children."
Baryta carb is frequently indicated for children with stunted growth or delayed development. These children may be physically underdeveloped for their age and exhibit slow progress in reaching developmental milestones.
[Gibson, D. M. (1987). Studies of homoeopathic remedies. B. Jain Publishers.]
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H-Heart arteriosclerosis
Cardiac symptoms, after suppressed foot sweat or after masturbation. Heart feels bruised, sore. Palpitation and distress in region of heart lying on left side. Palpitation felt in head. Aneurism. Pulse; slow, small. High blood pressure. Arteriosclerosis.
[Concise Materia Medica Of Hom. Remedies By S.R. Phatak]
Introduction
Constitution of Baryta Carbonica
Clinical
Mental Symptoms of Baryta Carbonica
Guiding Symptoms
Characteristic
Therapeutic Value of Baryta Carbonica
Modality of Baryta Carbonica
Remedy Relationship
Dose of Baryta Carbonica
Terminologies
Reference
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Introduction
Introduction of Baryta Carbonica
Common name:
Barium Carbonate[1]
Synonyms
Carbonate of barium
Family / Group / Class / Order
Mineral Kingdom
Formula / Symbols
BaCO3
Name of prover
Dr Hahnemann
Introduction and history
It is a very useful remedy in homeopathy, which
is long acting and deep seated. It is a white amorphous powder, odourless and tasteless, which is stable in air; almost insoluble in water and is decomposed slightly by boiling water. It is insoluble in alcohol but easily soluble in dilute HCl or HNO3 . Baryta can be easily obtained by purifying bone ash. It has been proved and tested clinically and adopted by Dr Schussler.[2]
Description
Baryta Carbonica is composed of barium and carbonic acid. Baryta Carbonica can be made
available from a chemist shop.
Preparation
The salt is triturated with sugar of milk and then higher potenciesare prepared.
Constitution of Baryta Carbonica
Constitution of Baryta Carbonica
Physical make up
Baryta carb. patients are dwarfish in appearance; mentally deficient and physically weak and short. Children present a picture of typical cretinism, having short stature, swollen abdomen, puffy face, enlarged glands, thick lips and idiotic appearance. Old people, weak and fatty but childish in behaviour.[4]
Temperament
Phlegmatic 3, Nervous 2
Diathesis
Scrofulous and tubercular
Relation with heat & cold
Chilly
Miasm
Tubercular
Clinical
Clinical conditions of Baryta Carbonica
Aneurism. Apoplexy. Atrophy. Baldness. Brain, affections of. Cysts. Foot-sweat. Glandular swellings. Haemorrhoids. Heart, affections of. Memory defective. Oesophagus, spasms of. Panaris. Paralysis. Parotitis. Prostate, enlarged. Quinsy. Throat, sore. Tonsils, enlarged. Tumors. Warts. Wens.[4]
Sites of action / Pharmacodynamics
Mind, nerves, throat, glands, heart,blood vessels, nutrition, tonsils, prostate, etc
Causation (Causes / Ailments from)
Suppressed perspiration of foot, emotions, crusts and verminon scalp, etc.
Patho-physiological changes / Pathogenesis
1. Baryta Carbonica acts on glands causing inflammation and hypertrophy.
2. It acts on blood vessels and heart, produces arteriosclerosis in old people.
3.Baryta Carbonica acts on the body in general; in a small infant producing degenerative
changes.
4. Due to its action on the heart there is hypertension, especially in old people.
Mental Symptoms of Baryta Carbonica
Characteristic Mental Symptoms (psychology) of Baryta Carbonica
1. Great mental and physical weakness.
2. Loss of memory, child cannot teach for he cannot remember; forgetful,
inattentive.
3. Child is very idiotic and foolish; sadness, dejection of spirit.
4. Lack of self-confidence, disposed to weep, critical and irresolute.
5. Dread of men especially strangers; sudden ebullitions of temper with
cowardice.
6. Imagines that he is being laughed at or criticized.
7. Thinks that his legs are cut off and he is walking on his knees; childish.
8. Baby does not want to play, sits in a corner throwing stones at strangers or
doing nothing.
9. Mistrustful, suspicious temper, fears to undertake anything.
10. Fears about domestic affairs and his future.
11. Thinking of one’s complaint makes him worse.
12.Baryta Carbonica Child constantly changes his mind, laughs on serious matters and becomes
serious at laughable matters.
Guiding Symptoms
Guiding Symptoms of Baryta Carbonica
Generalities
General loss of power and of steadiness, with inclination to lie down. General physical and mental weakness, simulating old age. Easy taking cold, followed by sore throat and stiff neck, or even diarrhoea. The left side is more particularly affected. Most symptoms are relieved by moving about in the open air. Paralytic symptoms, extending from below upwards.[5]
Head
Vertigo, with nausea on stooping. Pressing headache just over the eyes. A feeling of tightness in the occiput. Shooting pains in the head by a warm stove. Unsteadiness of the head. Dry eruptions like dandruff of the scalp.
Eye
Alternate dilatation and contraction of pupils. Photophobia. Gauze before eyes. Cataracts. [Calc.; Phos.; Sil.].[6]
Ears
Hardness of hearing. CRACKLING NOISE. GLANDS AROUND EARS PAINFUL AND SWOLLEN. Reverberation on blowing nose.
Nose
Dry; sneezing, CORYZA, WITH SWELLING OF UPPER LIP AND NOSE. Sensation of smoke in nose. Discharge of thick, yellow mucus. Frequent bleeding. Scabs around wings of nose.
Face
Pale, puffed; sensation as of cobweb. [Alumina.] Upper lip swollen.
Mouth
Awakes with dry mouth. Gums bleed and retract. Teeth ache before menses. Mouth filled with inflamed vesicles, foul taste. Paralysis of tongue. Smarting, burning pain in tip of tongue. Dribbling of saliva at dawn. Spasms of oesophagus when food enters.
Throat
Submaxillary glands and tonsils swollen. TAKES COLD EASILY, WITH STITCHES AND SMARTING PAIN. QUINSY. SUPPURATING TONSILS FROM EVERY COLD. Tonsils inflamed, with swollen veins. Smarting pain when swallowing; worse empty swallowing. Feeling of a plug in pharynx. Can only swallow liquids. Spasm of oesophagus as soon as food enters oesophagus, causes gagging and choking. [Merc. cor.; Graphit.] Throat troubles from over use of voice. Stinging pain in tonsils, pharynx or larynx.
Stomach
Waterbrash, hiccough, and eructation, which relieves pressure as of a stone. Hungry, but refuses food. Pain and weight immediately after a meal, with epigastric tenderness. [Kali carb.] Worse after warm food. Gastric weakness in the old age people with possible malignancy present.
Abdomen
HARD AND TENSE, DISTENDED. Colicky. Enlarged mesenteric glands. Pain in abdomen swallowing food. Habitual colic, with hunger, but food is refused.
Rectum & Anus
Constipation, with hard, knotty stools. Haemorrhoids protrude on urinating. Crawling in rectum. Oozing at anus.
Urinary Organ
Every time patient urinates, his piles come down. Urging to urinate. Burning in urethra on urinating.
Sexual Organ
Diminished desire and premature impotence. Enlarged prostate. Testicles indurated.Before menses, pain in stomach and small of back. Menses scanty.
Respiratory System
Dry, suffocative cough, especially in old people, full of mucus but lacking strength to expectorate, worse every change of weather. [Senega.] Larynx feels as if smoke were inhaled. Chronic aphonia. Stitches in chest; worse inspiration. Lungs feel full of smoke.
Heart & Pulse
Palpitation and distress in region of heart. Aneurism. [Lycop.] Accelerates the heart’s action at first, blood pressure much increased, contraction of blood vessels. Palpitation when lying on left side, when thinking of it especially; pulse full and hard. Cardiac symptoms after suppressed foot-sweat.
Neck & Back
SWOLLEN GLANDS IN NAPE OF OCCIPUT. Fatty tumors about neck. Bruised pain between scapulae. Stiffness in sacrum. Weakness of spine.
Extremities
Pain in axillary glands. Cold, clammy feet. [Calc.] FETID FOOT-SWEATS. Numbness of limbs. Numb feeling from knees to scrotum; disappears when sitting down. Toes and soles sore; soles painful when walking.Talking in sleep; awakens frequently; feels too hot. Twitching during sleep. Pain in joints; burning pains in lower limbs.
Sleep
Talking in sleep; awakens frequently; feels too hot. Twitching during sleep.
Characteristic
Important characteristic features of Baryta Carbonica
Keynotes / Redline
1. Children both physically and mentally weak.
2. Sensation as if forced through a narrow place.
3. Feels as if legs are cut off and he is walking on his knees.
4. Sensation of cobweb on face (Alum, Calad, Graph, Sil).
5. Offensive footsweat, toes and soles get sore.
Guiding
Great sensitiveness to cold.
Symptoms occur in single parts such as perspiration, paralysis, numbness, burning.
Offensive sweat on one (mostly left) side.
Foetid foot sweat, toes and soles sore < while at rest in morning > exercise out of doors.
GLANDS around ears, nape of neck and occiput painful, swollen and indurated.
Toothache before and during menses.
R.S.-Dry sneezing coryza and swelling of upper lip and nose.
Takes cold easily from washing the head; stitching, smarting pain in throat < empty swallowing.
Suppurating tonsils (Hep, Psor) especially right, from every cold.
Tonsils affected by every cold or < menses.[7]
PQRS
Childish behavior in old age: This is a striking mental symptom where individuals may exhibit silliness, play with dolls, or have difficulty with memory and comprehension, acting much younger than their age.
Hiding behind furniture or the mother from strangers: This intense shyness and fear of strangers, even in older children or adults, is a peculiar characteristic. They might peek out with a serious, dull expression.
Enlarged glands, especially tonsils, with a tendency to suppuration, in scrofulous children: This physical symptom is quite characteristic, where children are prone to swollen tonsils that may suppurate, along with other glandular enlargements.
Dwarfishness, both mentally and physically: This isn’t just about being short; it implies a general underdevelopment. Mentally, this shows as slow comprehension and learning difficulties, while physically, there might be delayed milestones like walking and talking.
Confirmatory
Chilly patient. Tendency to catch cold easily. Always have swollen tonsils.
Physically and mentally dwarfish.
Swelling and induration or incipient suppuration of glands.
Nucleus symptoms
Specially indicated in infancy and old age. People who are backward mentally or physically and have a scrofulous diathesis and take cold easily.
Tendency to glandular enlargement and general degenerative changes, especially in the blood vessels and brain.
Therapeutic Value of Baryta Carbonica
Therapeutic Value of Baryta Carbonica
Aneurysm, Apoplexy, Brain affections, Defective
digestion, Dwarfism, Fatty tumours, Foot sweat, Gout, Headache, Heart
affections, Hypertension, Impotency, Loss of memory, Piles, Quinsy, Rheumatism,
Swelling of glands, Tonsillitis.
Modality of Baryta Carbonica
Modality of Baryta Carbonica
Aggravation
Thinking of symptoms of his disease, lying on the painful side, when sitting, after meals, after menses, by washing affected parts, in cold and damp weather, lying on the left side.
Amelioration
When not thinking of disease, walking in open air.
Remedy Relationship
Remedy Relationship of Baryta Carbonica
Complimentary
Merc, Con
Follows Well
Nit-ac, Ter, Ham
Inimical
Calc.
It Antidotes
Phyt, Ant-t, Camph, Merc, Bell.
Comparison
Calc, Iod, Sil, Alum, Dulc, Fl-ac
Dose of Baryta Carbonica
Dose of Baryta Carbonica
Third to thirtieth potency, the latter to remove the predisposition to quinsy.
Potency
3x, 6x, 12x, 30, 200, 1000.
Duration of Action
40 Days
Terminologies
Terminologies related to Baryta Carbonica
Main terms
Materia Medica:
A comprehensive collection of drug provings, symptoms, and clinical observations of homoeopathic remedies. It serves as the primary reference for homoeopathic practitioners.
Proving:
The process of administering a substance to healthy individuals to observe and record the symptoms it produces. These symptoms form the basis of the remedy’s Materia Medica.
Guiding Symptoms/Characteristic Symptoms:
Unique and distinctive symptoms that strongly indicate a particular remedy. These symptoms are often used to differentiate between similar remedies.
Induration:
The hardening of tissue or organs, often due to inflammation or infiltration of cells.
Hypertrophy:
The enlargement of an organ or tissue from the increase in size of its cells.
Scrofulous Diathesis:
A constitutional predisposition to glandular and lymphatic affections, particularly in children.
Other terms:
Drug Proving:
The systematic testing of a substance on healthy individuals to record the symptoms it produces, forming the basis of its homeopathic use.
Lymphatic Affinity:
A remedy’s tendency to act strongly on the lymphatic system, causing glandular involvement.
Tonsillar Hypertrophy:
Abnormal enlargement of the tonsils, often with chronic inflammation and recurrent infections.
Geriatric Remedy:
A remedy that is particularly effective in addressing the ailments of old aged individuals.
Reference
Reference of Baryta Carbonica
[1] Allen’s keynotes
[2] Gems materia medica by Dr. Patil
[3]Materia medica by Dr.S.K.Dube
[4]Dictionary Of Practical Materia Medica (All 3 Vol.) By Clarke J. H.
[5]A Primer Of Materia Medica By T. F. Allen
[6] Materia medica by William Boericke
[7] Zomeo
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Baryta carb used for in homeopathy?
Uses
Baryta carb is a homeopathic remedy often used for individuals experiencing shyness, mental slowness, delayed development, and glandular problems, particularly enlarged tonsils and cervical glands.It is also considered for ailments common in the old aged people.
What are the key mental symptoms associated with Baryta carb?
Mental symptoms
Key mental symptoms include extreme bashfulness, apprehension, mental slowness, yielding nature (easily influenced), and timidity.Individuals may also exhibit an aversion to strangers.
How does Baryta carb address physical symptoms?
Physical Symptoms
Physically, Baryta carb is associated with frequent tonsillitis, offensive foot sweat, lymphatic gland enlargement, indurations of glands, and stunted growth in children.It also addresses circulatory problems and general weakness in the old aged people.
Is Baryta carb suitable for children?
Yes
Yes, Baryta carb is often indicated for children with delayed development, stunted growth, and recurrent tonsillitis.It can also be helpful for children who are excessively shy or fearful.
Can Baryta carb help with anxiety?
Anxiety
Baryta carb may be considered for anxiety, particularly when it is related to shyness, social anxiety, or fear of new situations.It is important to consult with a qualified homeopath for proper diagnosis and treatmen
How does Baryta carb help Old aged patients?
In old aged patient
Baryta carb can address cognitive decline, circulatory problems, and general weakness associated with aging. It can also be useful for glandular issues and other ailments common in older individuals.
