Lac Can.
Lac caninum
Origin
The milk from any nursing bitch may be used, although in practice mongrels are used most often.
Background
Ancient Romans used remedies derived from bitch's milk for ovarian pains, and for uterine and cervical problems.
Preparation
Fresh milk from a nursing mongrel bitch is expressed and diluted in a mix of alcohol and water for the tincture.
Common Names
Bitch's milk.
The milk from any nursing bitch may be used, although in practice mongrels are used most often.
Background
Ancient Romans used remedies derived from bitch's milk for ovarian pains, and for uterine and cervical problems.
Preparation
Fresh milk from a nursing mongrel bitch is expressed and diluted in a mix of alcohol and water for the tincture.
Common Names
Bitch's milk.
BITCH'S MILK
Before the discovery of a vaccine
for diphtheria, bitch's milk was commonly
used to treat the disease.
Key Symptoms
pain that alternates from side to side; fear of snakes; great sensitivity; lack of confidence; swollen breasts before menstruation; sensitivity to touch-
Since the era of ancient Rome, the milk of nursing female dogs has been
put to medicinal use. In the 1st century CE the Roman naturalist Pliny the
Elder advocated it for allaying certain disorders of the female reproductive
system. The Greek physician Sextus used it in the 3rd century CE for
treating light-intolerance and inflammation of the inner ear. The homeopathic
remedy Lac. can. was proved in 1888 by Drs. Swan and Berridge.
Remedy Profile
Those who benefit most from Lac can. tend to lack self-confidence or feel self-contempt. Often restless and nervous, they may be highly sensitive to sensory stimulation. An active imagination and excitable nature combine to engender irrational fears that may develop into phobias. They may be prone to bouts of depression.A typical symptom in those who respond to Lac can. is a feeling of "otherworldliness," as if the self is floating just above or behind the body, or a sensation that is often described as "floating on air."
Lac can. is used for irrational phobias and for acute sensory hypersensitivity. The remedy is also considered particularly effective for the throat, the nervous system, and the female reproductive system. In all conditions, symptoms tend to move from site to site around the afflicted area of the body.
Throat infections
Symptoms: Excessive dryness in the throat. Burning pain makes swallowing difficult. The pain alternates from side to side, and may extend to the ears. The saliva is of a viscous consistency, and the back of the throat may be lined with a silvery film. Symptoms may coincide with menstruation if they are caused by tonsillitis.Symptoms better: For being in fresh air; for cold drinks.
Symptoms worse: For touch.
Phobias
Symptoms: Irrational fears, usually of snakes, storms, dogs, or disease. The fear of snakes is particularly strong, and may be associated with a sensation as though snakes are crawling all over and around the body. There may be hypochondria and a constant desire to wash the hands. Anxiety and fear may trigger hysteria, with possible aggressive behavior.Symptoms better: For being in fresh air.
Symptoms worse: For touch.
Breast problems
Symptoms: Swollen, sore breasts prior to menstruation. Pain switches from side to side. In breast-feeding mothers, breast milk may be lacking or suppressed, or milk production may be excessive. The breasts are painful and feel as though they are full of hard lumps. There may be a desire to hold the breasts firmly.Symptoms better: For warmth; for being in fresh air; for rest.
Symptoms worse: For touch; for the slightest movement; for going up and down stairs.
Vaginal bleeding & discharge
Symptoms: Bleeding between menstrual periods or following sexual intercourse. A vaginal discharge may accompany bleeding, particularly before menstruation. The genitalia are very sensitive to touch or pressure, including that of bathing or the friction of clothes. Sexual intercourse may be painful, and during orgasm hysteria may develop. The libido may be sharply increased or reduced.Symptoms better: For warmth; for being in fresh air; for rest.
Symptoms worse: For touch; for movement.
Hypersensitivity
Symptoms: Mental hypersensitivity due to an overactive imagination. A hysterical state may develop; this may involve seeing faces and hearing noises that do not exist. Parts of the body, such as the genitalia, are also physically hypersensitive. Touch is felt acutely, and there may be an urge to keep the legs or fingers apart to avoid skin-toskin contact. Absent-mindedness and hypochondria may accompany this state.Symptoms better: For warmth; for being in fresh air; for rest.
Symptoms worse: For touch; for movement; for cold air.
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