I REALLY do not want to put my son on antibiotics again. I plan to try breastmilk and diluted AVC on his eyes, however what can I do for the systemic problem? I'm worried that he also has this cough. Is he too young to take ACV orally? If not, is there a certain amount that is appropriate? Any other ideas? THANK YOU!
Replied by Sheila (San Diego, Ca, Usa) on 05/18/2011
In your shoes, I would look for an integrative MD, someone who has gone the conventional route, but has also learned homeopathy and nutrition, also specifically, someone who treats families or children/iinfants as a speciality. Do a search of your area for "integrative medicine or MD" for listings, and interview the ones you might be interested in seeing.Replied by Sheila (San Diego, Ca, Usa) on 05/18/2011
An afterthought; my 5yo had bloodwork done for an extensive dental procedure, he was put on antibiotics before the procedure. We found out later that his Vit D levels were VERY low. His naturopath recommended a children's Vit D3 for him to get his immune system up. He continues to get a food-basedVit D3 as well as some time outside to soak in a bit of sunshine each day. I'm not saying that the Vit D3 will 'cure' your child's systemic problem, but it could boost his immunity.Replied by Debbie (Melbourne, Australia) on 05/18/2011
Omtree, for the conjunctivitis you can try 1 tspn of sea salt (disolved) in 500 mls of water to wash the eye. I would not use diluted ACV in his eyes. ACV is very acidic until it is digested. If he has been on antibiotics he needs to also be having probiotics to repopulate the gut with good bacteria.
