Bacillinum:
Overview:
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Aggravation
Morning, cold, damp weather. Details: Many of Bacillinum’s symptoms are worse in the morning, especially the cough and expectoration. Cold, damp weather also tends to exacerbate the complaints, particularly the respiratory issues and skin problems. [2]
(Kent, James Tyler. (Various Editions). Repertory of the Homeopathic Materia Medica.)
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Chronic
Cough, catarrh, skin conditions. Details: Bacillinum is often indicated in chronic conditions. These aren’t acute, sudden illnesses, but long-lasting ones. The cough is persistent, the catarrh (mucus discharge) is ongoing, and the skin problems are recurrent. [1]
(Boericke, William. (1927). Materia Medica with Repertory. Philadelphia: Boericke & Tafel.)
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Languid
Weakness, fatigue. Details: A general feeling of weakness and fatigue is common. There’s a lack of energy, and the person may feel easily tired, especially with exertion. This languor can be quite pronounced. [1]
(Boericke, William. (1927). Materia Medica with Repertory. Philadelphia: Boericke & Tafel. )
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Loathsome
Thick, yellow-green mucus. Details: The mucus discharged in respiratory conditions is often thick, copious, and yellow-green in color. It can be quite offensive and copious. [3]
(Clarke, John Henry. (1902). A Dictionary of Practical Materia Medica. London)
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Irritable
Temperament. Details: While not a dominant feature, irritability can be present in individuals needing Bacillinum. They may be easily annoyed or impatient. [1]
(Boericke, William. (1927). Materia Medica with Repertory. Philadelphia: Boericke & Tafel. )
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Unrelieved
By usual measures. Details: This is a key aspect. The person’s symptoms may not respond well to conventional treatments. This is often a reason to consider a homeopathic approach.
(Allen, Henry Clay. (1880). Keynotes and Characteristics with Comparisons of Some of the Leading Remedies. Philadelphia: Boericke & Tafel.)
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Mucous
Discharge, thick, yellow-green. Details: As mentioned, the mucus discharge, whether from the nose or lungs, is typically thick and yellow-green, indicating a chronic catarrhal state.
(Allen, Henry Clay. (1880). Keynotes and Characteristics with Comparisons of Some of the Leading Remedies. Philadelphia)
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Wheezing
This refers to the high-pitched whistling sound produced during breathing, often due to narrowed airways. It’s a common symptom in asthmatic conditions and indicates difficulty in getting air in and out of the lungs. In Bacillinum, wheezing is often associated with exertion or exposure to cold air.
(Boericke, W. (1927). Materia medica with repertory. Philadelphia: Boericke & Tafel.)
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Hacking
This describes the nature of the cough, which is typically dry, harsh, and repetitive. It can be quite forceful and may be accompanied by expectoration of thick, yellow-green mucus. The cough is often worse in the morning or at night.
(Boericke, W. (1927). Materia medica with repertory. Philadelphia: Boericke & Tafel.)
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Eczema
This is a common skin condition characterized by dry, itchy, and inflamed patches of skin. In Bacillinum, the eczema may be accompanied by intense burning and may be aggravated by scratching or exposure to cold, damp air.
(Boericke, W. (1927). Materia medica with repertory. Philadelphia: Boericke & Tafel.)
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Asthma
This is a chronic respiratory condition that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing, wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath.
Bacillinum is often indicated for asthmatic conditions that are worse in cold, damp weather or at night.
(Boericke, W. (1927). Materia medica with repertory. Philadelphia: Boericke & Tafel.)
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Lungs
This points to the general weakness and susceptibility of the lungs in individuals who may benefit from Bacillinum. They may be prone to recurrent respiratory infections, especially bronchitis, and may experience shortness of breath and fatigue.
(Boericke, W. (1927). Materia medica with repertory. Philadelphia: Boericke & Tafel.)
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Sputum
This refers to the thick, yellow-green mucus that is often expectorated during coughing. It’s a characteristic symptom of chronic catarrhal conditions, indicating inflammation and congestion in the airways.
(Boericke, W. (1927). Materia medica with repertory. Philadelphia: Boericke & Tafel.)
Introduction
Constitution
Clinical
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Characteristic
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Introduction
Common name:
BACILLINUM
Synonyms:
Tuberculous nosode
Family / Group / Class / Order:
Nosode
Name of prover:
Dr Burnett
Introduction and history:
Bacillinum is a nosode of tuberculosis and was
first described by Dr Burnett for whom it was prepared from tuberculous sputa by
Dr Heath.
Parts used:
Tubercular sputum
Preparation:
It is prepared from a maceration of tubercular
sputum.
Constitution
Physical make up:
Temperament
Diathesis
Relation with heat & cold:
Chilly patient
Miasm:
Psora and tubercular
Clinical
- Clinical conditions
- Sites of action / Pharmacodynamics
- Causation (Causes / Ailments from)
- Physiological action
- Patho-physiological changes / Pathogenesis
Mental Symptoms
Characteristic Mental Symptoms (psychology)
Guiding Symptoms
- Generalities
- Head
- Eye
- Ears
- Nose
- Face
- Mouth
- Throat
- Stomach
- Abdomen
- Rectum & Anus
- Stool
- Urinary Organ
- Sexual Organ
- Respiratory System
- Heart & Pulse
- Neck & Back
- Extremities
- Skin
- Sleep
- Fever
Characteristic
Important characteristic features
- Keynotes / Redline
- Guiding
- PQRS
- Confirmatory
- Nucleus symptoms
Therapeutic Value
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Remedy Relationship
- Complimentary
- Follows Well
- Inimical
- Antidoted By
- It Antidotes
- Comparison
Dose
- Dose
- Potency
- Duration of Action
FAQ
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Reference
Boericke, William. (1927). Materia Medica with Repertory. Philadelphia
Kent, James Tyler. (Various Editions). Repertory of the Homeopathic Materia Medica.
Clarke, John Henry. (1902). A Dictionary of Practical Materia Medica. London
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