I'm having this issue with numbness on the left side of my cheeks that's been going on for about four months now. We've been to different hospitals, both for eye and dental check-ups, and everything seemed fine there. Then, we visited a general medicine doctor at Apollo, who suggested I take Gabantin every evening and get a Methylcobalamin injection weekly. After a week of that treatment, things felt better, and I didn't have any symptoms for a month. But now, the numbness is back, and it's been bothering me for the last two weeks. Do you think seeing a neurologist would be the right step to take next? I'm just not sure who to turn to at this point. Any advice would be really appreciated!

Dr Kareemulla Shaik

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 0+ Yrs

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Allopathy (Conventional Medicine):*

Pros:

1. Quick symptom relief
2. Effective in managing acute flare-ups
3. Well-established treatment protocols
4. Wide availability of medications

Cons:

1. Long-term side effects (e.g., bone loss, increased infection risk)
2. Dependence on medications
3. Potential for surgery

Homeopathy:

Pros:

1. Holistic approach, addressing overall well-being
2. Potential for long-term remission
3. Minimal side effects
4. Encourages lifestyle changes

Cons:

1. Limited scientific evidence for efficacy
2. Variable results
3. May not provide immediate relief
4. Requires patience and persistence

Combination Therapy:

Some patients find success combining allopathy and homeopathy:

1. Allopathy for acute flare-ups
2. Homeopathy for long-term management and lifestyle changes

Best Approach:

1. Consult both allopathic and homeopathic specialists.
2. Discuss your goals, concerns, and medical history.
3. Consider a holistic approach, incorporating:

• Dietary changes
• Stress management
• Lifestyle modifications
• Medications (allopathic or homeopathic)

Homeopathic Remedies for Ulcerative Colitis:

1. Mercurius corrosivus
2. Colchicum autumnale
3. Sulfur
4. Nux vomica
5. Belladonna

Answered 04/07/2025