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Aggravations

Detailed overview of symptoms that worsen or improve various conditions

56 remedies

Overview

Aggravations refer to a worsening or exacerbation of symptoms in a homeopathic context. This condition involves various triggers that can intensify a person's health issues, such as changes in weather, time of day, physical activities, and more.

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Aggravation in the evening

  • Symptoms worsen in the evening
  • Sensitivity to acids, heat, wine, water, washing, and bathing
  • Respiratory issues like hoarseness, cough, and breathing difficulties
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Oversensitivity to all impressions and stimuli

  • Extreme irritability and sensitivity to all impressions
  • Headaches, especially in the morning or from mental exertion
  • Nausea, vomiting, or digestive issues, especially after eating
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Anxiety, despair, and restlessness

  • Anxiety and despair
  • Restlessness and sensitivity to external factors
  • Sudden weakness and nausea
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Stitching, tearing pains worse with movement

  • Dry mucous membranes, including dry lips, mouth, and cough
  • Irritability and restlessness
  • Dizziness or dizziness when raising the head
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China officinalisSensitive to touch and draftsChamomillaWhining, moaning, and inability to be satisfiedCistus canadensisExtreme sensitivity to cold airMercurius solubilisGreat and rapid extreme weakness, tendency toward hemorrhagesCausticumDifficult respiration with accumulation of mucus and incessant coughingKalium carbonicumStitching, cutting pains that are better with motionPsorinumDread of the least cold air draftSilicea terraAggravation from washing, lying down, and damp weatherZincum metallicumAggravation of all complaints by drinking even a small amount of winePhosphoricum acidumNervous exhaustion and mental debilityPhosphorusIntense thirst, especially with vomiting and diarrheaLyssinumAggravation from sight or sound of running or pouring waterStramoniumWorse when alone or in the darkConium maculatumDesire to curse and swearSulphurAggravation of symptoms from warmth, bathing, and standingNatrium muriaticumExtreme nervous hypersensitiveness, aggravated by musicLachesis mutusAggravation after sleepDulcamaraWorsening of symptoms in damp, rainy weatherAranea diademaDry cough coming on after first sleep, about middle of nightPulsatilla pratensisErratic, constantly changing symptomsLedum palustreRheumatic pains that begin in the feet and travel upwardSanicula aquaDread of downward motionAmbra griseaAggravation from the presence of others and listening to musicNatrium arsenicosumSour taste and belchingAluminaConstriction and tightness, especially of orificesLac caninumWorse in the morning of one day and in the evening of the nextCrocus sativusDark, stringy, clotted bleedingBelladonnaFeeling cold and pain all overHepar sulphurExtreme sensitivity to touch and draftsStaphisagriaAggravation from anger, indignation, grief, and sexual excessesCarbo vegetabilisIcy-cold, bluish bodyColocynthisWorse from anger and indignationBorax venetaSpasms and cramps in muscles of nape of neck, with spasmodic drawing backward of headIgnatia amaraAcute sensitivity to external stimuli like noise, touch, and emotionsColchicum autumnaleTearing pains, worse in the evening and at nightCocculus indicusSensation of hollowness or emptiness, as if parts have gone to sleepCarbo animalisOffensive secretionsRhus toxicodendronTearing, asunder pains that are better with motionRhododendron chrysanthumWorsening of all symptoms before a stormCocaWorse ascending high altitudeCalcarea phosphoricaWorse from damp, cold weather or melting snowFerrum metallicumAggravation of symptoms during restMagnesium muriaticumAnxiety and restlessness on closing the eyes to sleepMagnesium phosphoricumCramping of muscles with radiating pains, better with warmthGelsemium sempervirensDullness, languor, and listlessnessDioscorea villosaRestless sleep with frightful dreams and startsBromiumTickling, smarting sensation as from cobwebs in the noseCyclamen europaeumWorsening of symptoms in the open air and in the eveningAnacardium orientaleWorse on application of hot waterCuprum metallicumNausea greater than in any other remedyApis mellificaIntolerable burning heat at night with distended veinsArgentum nitricumFeeling cold and pain all over the body

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See a doctor if

  • Sudden, severe worsening of symptoms that interferes with daily activities
  • Persistent or worsening pain that does not respond to self-care measures
  • Fever, chills, or other signs of infection accompanying aggravated symptoms
  • Difficulty breathing, swallowing, or other life-threatening reactions

Everyday tips

  • Avoid triggers like extreme temperatures, certain foods, and stressful situations as much as possible
  • Practice relaxation techniques like meditation or deep breathing to manage stress
  • Maintain a consistent sleep schedule and get enough rest
  • Stay hydrated and eat a balanced, nutrient-dense diet
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  • Gently exercise within your limits to maintain mobility and strength
  • Dress appropriately for weather conditions to minimize exposure

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