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Post by Admin - Joy Lucas on Sept 23, 2021 11:48:01 GMT
With regard to Phos (and I am not pushing this rx, yet :-) ) it can be a very destructive remedy not only physically but emtoionally as well. We see Phos represented not only in the 'destructuve' rubric but also in many 'anger' rubrics, 'tantrum' rubrics - many of these states accompanied by anguish of some kind. There is 'anguish when alone' and also 'irritable when alone' and importantly 'anger, fear aggravates', along with 'rage when aroused' 'anger, sudden' and 'anger, violent' so there is plenty there to confirm the reliability of seeing Phos like this. On another level Phos is more well known for its sensitive, intuitive and almost clairvoyant states - which could cover her latest room fear and you could use the rubric 'delusions sees something coming out of the corner' and now it has made a presence with her she cannot go back in the room alone - such are the fears of Phos. This is why you could also use the rubric 'prostration at trifles' and any number of the oversensitive rubrics. I would suggest you include the 'darkness amel' rubrics as well as 'desires to be carried' and 'holding amel' and others I have added with pictures. I hope this helps a bit.
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Post by becksnyc on Sept 23, 2021 13:26:09 GMT
The owner is having a rough spell and not replying to questions. I will ask about vaccinations and while we wait, continue to do as you recommended above.
No, I don't see lac-c coming up in the rep, nor do I see the milks in this dog. Definitely NOT servile.
Leading complaint must include BOTH fear of being alone & destructiveness (which is why I crossed them): Crossed rubrics: Mind; destructiveness / Mind; fear; alone, being: HYOS(4) STRAM(4) APIS(3) ARS(3) BELL(3) CAMPH(3) CON(3) KALI-P(3) LIL-T(3) NAT-S(3) PHOS(3) agar alum anac arg-n asaf aur-m-n bac bov bufo calc carc cimic dys-co dysp-p gall-ac haliae-lc hep hist hura ign kali-br lyc lyss mand med merc nelu nit-ac nux-v plb plut-n prot psor sac-alb sep sol-t tarent thuj thul tritic-v tub tyt-a verat.
I think the obsessive licking is a form of release for the anxieties the dog feels. The agg by wheat gluten probably due to changes in neurotransmitters from microbiome disturbance. The OCD behaviors have to be in the picture, but not the primary complaint for the dog (rather, to the owner). IMHO.
IF she was abused, that puts Stram in forefront (Phos not found in Mind; abuse agg., ailments from). My experience with dogs and people is that recoiling from touch is common in abuse victims. A clue, though not a hard fact.
Stram seems like such a "violent" remedy to me. (I have no personal experience with it.) All the Solanaceae seem intense, dark, reactive, brooding. Do they have the friendly aspect this dog has?
Carc. is at the top of the Small Remedies in your rep. It does have fear of thunderstorms and various animals (mice, snakes), but is not found in desire to hide and fears small spaces. Out of curiosity, would you ever open a case with a nosode?
I've seen arg-n recommended in doggie homeopathy forums for similar situations, will need to do DD on that and a few other remedies.
More later & grateful thanks, Joy!
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Post by becksnyc on Sept 23, 2021 13:27:42 GMT
I did not see your Phos comments above before posting. Will be reading & digesting that important info as I have time.
I always thought of Phos as destructive to the tissues, but not of the patient as destructive per se. Very enlightening.
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Post by becksnyc on Sept 23, 2021 16:49:34 GMT
I do not have the dog's vax history, however, the state I live in only requires one vax by law: rabies. It is to be given every three years, so we may assume she has had it once and perhaps twice. Here are a few things gleaned from CR's MMs:
Lyssin
TF Allen (those which apply only): Thought to attack others in a mean way. Exhilarated, then again morose, both feelings going off very readily on conversing (company amel?). Severe headache, “feel lazy.” Scalp very sensitive. (ask owner if Dixie recoils when head is touched? Or in other locations?) “Total disinclination to drink.” Increased saliva (does she drool???) Severe pain in all joints. Legs felt heavy. (she "flops" to the floor)
Phatak Lyssin affects the nervous system…senses become over acute…convulsions, spasms from dazzling light (is it only the HEAT of the sun? or is it also the LIGHT?) or sight of running water. Worse heat of sun. Worse winds, riding in a carriage (not Dixie). Better…gentle rubbing. Violent temper, impelled to do reckless things. Strange notions…bites, strikes. “barking cough.” ( LOL, chuckling) Yawns frequently without sleepiness. Lucas Extreme apprehension, thoughts something terrible will happen encouraging reckless nature to emerge. Mental & emotional symptoms as a direct result of this fearful torment. Imagine they are being abused and energetically defend themselves…fear that they are going to die, that they will just sink away.
When the owner replies, I will ask about drooling, trembling, yawning and whether running water, in particular has any effect. I'm not leaning heavily toward Lyssin, but think it needs to be investigated in light of the vaccination history.
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Post by becksnyc on Sept 24, 2021 11:54:33 GMT
She finally said she is certain of rabies shots and one other she does not recall the name of. Evidently, in these impoverished areas, the shelters don't spend funds on vaccinations not required by law. A plus for the pets!
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Post by Admin - Joy Lucas on Sept 24, 2021 12:12:19 GMT
View AttachmentShe finally said she is certain of rabies shots and one other she does not recall the name of. Evidently, in these impoverished areas, the shelters don't spend funds on vaccinations not required by law. A plus for the pets! Definitely a plus point. Not sure about Lyssin though. She'd be more hyper, crazy? But if she had convulsions I'd be thinking of it. Even though she is incredibly hypersensitive and can be destructuve it's hard to say if the shots have had an impact. Unless you feel differently we keep it in abeyance.
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Post by becksnyc on Sept 24, 2021 18:03:41 GMT
Good word, abeyance. I agree on Lyssin, may have contributed, but not primary.
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Post by Admin - Joy Lucas on Sept 27, 2021 7:36:36 GMT
Do you feel ready to commit to a remedy or is there more work to do becksnyc
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Post by becksnyc on Sept 27, 2021 15:00:27 GMT
I am quite sensitive to the state of a person or animal in person. Not having been with this animal makes me feel blindfolded. And, although I did some DD, I don't feel confident enough to choose yet. I am willing to do more research and analysis, but I need guidance, please. I feel inadequately qualified.
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Post by Admin - Joy Lucas on Sept 27, 2021 15:48:14 GMT
The first thing to ask yourself is do I understand what needs to be cured. Then you ask do I have enough information, is the whole of what needs to be cured covered by the rubrics so far?
Personally I think it’s very difficult treating animals which is why I prefer the basic and simple approach that uses keynotes +
I also think that there’s a chance that however many more sx we have (unless they are new and very important ones that come to light) it won’t actually change the top few remedies that are coming through.
So, if you answer yes to the 2 questions, I would suggest you put together a final repping that you feel comfortable with and we have a look again at the remedies. If anything changes we can then make a better informed choice and if nothing really changes then I would suggest we go for the best indicated - if potency and dosing is kept sensible no harm will be done even if cure doesn’t progress.
If that sounds reasonable?
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Post by becksnyc on Sept 27, 2021 17:38:43 GMT
Yes, that sounds reasonable. As I understand it, the fear of being alone and resultant destructiveness are what needs to be cured. I think we know as much as we can know, from observations of the owner and available history. I will submit a final rep soon.
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Post by Admin - Joy Lucas on Sept 30, 2021 9:03:02 GMT
One thing I did think of for you to ask the owners is how does she respond to being told to do something, such as Dixie, stop that, or any other order or command becksnyc
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Post by becksnyc on Sept 30, 2021 17:58:02 GMT
I will inquire. She has been in funk, so is not communicating. (the owner, not the dog)
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Post by becksnyc on Oct 4, 2021 18:58:57 GMT
so yes, she answers commands well, UNLESS she is afraid. Then she does not respond. How would you incorporate this information, please?
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Post by Admin - Joy Lucas on Oct 6, 2021 8:50:07 GMT
I am not sure you need to place this as a specific because the fear is the leading state. However you could look at the following for inspiration - disobedience - timidity - irresolute (my thinking here is an act not accomplished) - contradiction of will (she would respond positivily if she wasn't so afraid
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