Sulphur
Skin • Heat • Burning • Detox
Common Name: Brimstone
Remedy Profile
Sulphur is perhaps the most frequently indicated remedy in the Materia Medica. It corresponds to the "Psora" miasm - the root of all itch, functional disturbance, and lack of reaction.
Whenever a patient has Burning Pains (especially vertex and soles), intolerable itching that feels good to scratch, and redness of orifices (lips, anus), Sulphur is the remedy. It is the great "opener" of cases where symptoms are scant or confused.
Keynotes
- Morning diarrhea (5 AM)
- Burning soles of feet
- Red lips/ears
- Worse from bathing
- Standing is uncomfortable
Clinical Uses
Skin Diseases
The greatest remedy for itch. Eczema, Psoriasis, Acne where skin is dry, scaly, and unhealthy. Scratching causes burning but feels good.
Digestive & Piles
Morning diarrhea (painless) driving patient out of bed at 5-6 AM. Piles/Hemorrhoids which are blind but itch and burn violently.
Burning Sensations
Burning of different parts - crown of head, eyes, stomach, and especially soles of feet at night (patient puts feet out of covers).
Constitutional
Used to "clear the case" when well-selected remedies fail to act. Reacts against suppressed eruptions.
The "Ragged Philosopher"
The Sulphur mind is full of ideas. They are often intelligent, scholarly, and theoretical but may lack practical application. They can be messy, untidy, or indifferent to their appearance.
They appreciate fine things (or things they think are fine - "Old rags look like beautiful silk to him"). They can be selfish or lazy, yet deeply philosophical.
Important Modalities
Worse From (Aggravation)
- Bathing / Washing (itching worsens)
- Warmth of bed (itching worsens)
- Standing still
- 11 AM (empty feeling in stomach)
Better From (Amelioration)
- Dry, warm weather
- Lying on right side
- Drawing up affected limbs
20 Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why is Sulphur called the King of Remedies?
Because it covers the widest range of symptoms and treats the underlying 'Psora' miasm, which is the root of most chronic diseases.
Q. Is it good for skin itching?
Yes, it is the #1 remedy for itching that gets worse at night in bed and from washing.
Q. What is the 'burning feet' symptom?
Sulphur patients have very hot feet at night. They often stick their feet out of the blanket to cool them down.
Q. Does bathing make it worse?
Yes, Sulphur patients often dislike bathing, and their skin symptoms (itching) aggravate after washing.
Q. Can I take it for acne?
Yes, for chronic acne with dirty-looking skin and blackheads.
Q. What causes the morning diarrhea?
Weakness of the sphincter. There is a sudden, urgent need to pass stool immediately on waking up.
Q. Is it good for piles?
Yes, for itching/burning piles that are worse from standing.
Q. Who is the 'Ragged Philosopher'?
The typical Sulphur personality: Intellectual, full of ideas, maybe messy/untidy in appearance, prone to theorizing but lazy in execution.
Q. Can it cure allergies?
It is excellent for treating the tendency to have recurrent allergies and infections.
Q. When should I take Sulphur?
Usually recommended in the morning on an empty stomach. Avoid taking it at night as it may disturb sleep (energy boost).
Q. Does it help hair fall?
Yes, for dry, lusterless hair and dry scalp with dandruff.
Q. Can I take it daily?
No, Sulphur is deep-acting. Usually a single dose or once a week is enough. Consult a doctor.
Q. Is it safe for children?
Yes, for children who kick off covers at night, look untidy, and have skin rashes.
Q. Does it increase heat in the body?
It brings out suppressed heat/eruptions to the surface, which is part of the cure.
Q. What is 'suppression'?
When skin disease is treated with ointments and goes inward (e.g., causing asthma). Sulphur reverses this.
Q. Can I take it with Nux Vomica?
Sulphur and Nux Vomica follow each other well. Nux is often given first, then Sulphur to complete the cure.
Q. What potency?
200C is common for skin/chronic issues. 30C for acute. 1M for constitutional dose.
Q. Does it help acidity?
Yes, for burning in stomach and sour belching.
Q. Is it good for alcoholics?
Often used in chronic alcoholism to repair the system (after Nux Vomica).
Q. Where to buy?
Authentic Sulphur dilution is available at Yeelo Homeopathy.
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