Homeopathy LibraryBerberis Vulgaris
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Where do we find the original pathogenesis of Berberis ?
British Journal of Homoeopathy , Vol. XXXIII. ; American Homoeopathic Review , Vol. VI.
What is Berberis vulgaris ?
It is the Barberry , our tincture coming from the bark of the fresh root. Prepare in the same manner as described under Sanguinaria .
Give its general action.
Acts principally upon the kidneys, bladder and liver. It is called for when the renal and vesical symptoms are prominent. The lumbar region is very painful - pain radiates in all directions.
What are the kidney symptoms of Berberis ?
Sticking, tearing pains in the renal region ; worse from deep pressure. The pains extend down the back, and down the ureters into the bladder ; the back feels stiff and numb and the pains radiate from the kidneys.
Continue and give its bladder symptoms.
Cutting in the bladder, extending down the urethra ; burning pain on urinating ; the urine is yellow, turbid and flocculent, with whitish or red sediment ; tearing pains in the bladder.
What are the indications for Berberis in liver troubles ?
Sticking pains under the ribs and pains which go from the liver to the abdomen ; bilious colic, with gall stones and jaundice.
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