Naturopathic doctor questions

Jindra12

Hello all,

I know this isn't related with Primal/Paleo/Whole30 thing. But, I am sure there are few of them that advised their patients to adpot Primal/Paleo nutrient as a treatment.

I would like to hear your experience with naturopathic doctor. How was it? Was it effective and worth it?

I am looking for a naturopathic doctor to work on my wife's skin infection issues and her other health issues. I would like to hear your experience with naturopathic doctors before we make a decision on it.

Thank you for your time to read this thread.

jrditt

I'll admit, I'm going to be a little biased because I am a month away from being a nurse practitioner but if your wife really does have a skin INFECTION then she needs to see her primary care physician or a dermatologist. I'm not saying that more natural remedies don't have their place and obviously I don't know your situation but I hope you have done your research because it could be a waste of money when what she needs is prescription medication.

zellagrrl

My naturopath is licensed and can prescribe in the state of WA. She recommends Rx where appropriate and herbal remedies/lifestyle/food changes where appropriate.

I'd take your wife to a dermatologist if it's a skin infection. For my mild eczema, my naturopath recommended that instead of topical creams, I cut out dairy, which has helped a great deal. That said, my husband is going to a dermatologist for a weird looking mole on his shoulder-- which is where our naturopath would send him too.

Cerebrus189

Why not go see an Integrative Therapies doctor? That's what I use for treating my thyroid problems, as they are the only doctors in town who are open to the idea of treating with a natural dessicated pig thyroid, along with checking for mineral and vitamin deficiences, along with diet. Integrative Medical Doctors can treat with natural drugs and supplements, but can also prescribe traditional drugs, and make a referral to somebody who specializes in skin conditions, or other ailments.

Jindra12

I'll admit, I'm going to be a little biased because I am a month away from being a nurse practitioner but if your wife really does have a skin INFECTION then she needs to see her primary care physician or a dermatologist. I'm not saying that more natural remedies don't have their place and obviously I don't know your situation but I hope you have done your research because it could be a waste of money when what she needs is prescription medication.

We are looking at long term cure to her skin infection issues. She had many bad experiences with doctors and she feel more comfortable with doctors that specializes in nature, herbal, essential oil, etc treatments.

If she has an acute infection on her skin then we would go see a regular doctor for antibiotics and etc. It's only good for short term.

twinmom01

I'll admit, I'm going to be a little biased because I am a month away from being a nurse practitioner but if your wife really does have a skin INFECTION then she needs to see her primary care physician or a dermatologist. I'm not saying that more natural remedies don't have their place and obviously I don't know your situation but I hope you have done your research because it could be a waste of money when what she needs is prescription medication.

We are looking at long term cure to her skin infection issues. She had many bad experiences with doctors and she feel more comfortable with doctors that specializes in nature, herbal, essential oil, etc treatments.

If she has an acute infection on her skin then we would go see a regular doctor for antibiotics and etc. It's only good for short term.

Is it excema or psorisis (sp?)?

I would recommend her seeing a dermatologist and possibily an allergist.

My daughter had issues with severe excema which when it got bad and her skin split lead to infections...after consulting with a dermatologist and not having much luck with various prescription creams I did a little research and found excema can be an outward sign of a lactose/casien allergy...took her off all milk products and bam her skin cleared up. Took her to a GI Dr. and did a hydrogen breath test which confirmed Lactose allergy

mehaugen

I have had several autoimmune skin infections that were caused by undiagnosed Celiac Disease/gluten intolerance. Cutting out gluten fixed them immediately. I hope your wife is willing to try a gluten free diet first before seeing a doctor.

My experience with dermatologists is bad. They only wanted to prescribe topical steroid cream.

My mother goes to a chiropractor who makes her take something like 30 Standard Process supplements a day and tries to tell her she has "parasites". What a woo woo nut job.

zellagrrl

For my (admittedly, not severe) eczema, dermatologists weren't really helpful-- my naturopath told me to stop eating dairy, and yes, there's a vast improvement. For another issue (name long forgotten, but something related to my dry skin), the dermatologist recommended Vitamin E oil (it helped!).

Tea tree oil is a good anti-everything oil and can be picked up even at Target. Also, the herbalist near me offers classes in topical skincare-- you might see if there's one local to you. They can usually give solid advice regarding topical treatments.

Jindra12

I'll admit, I'm going to be a little biased because I am a month away from being a nurse practitioner but if your wife really does have a skin INFECTION then she needs to see her primary care physician or a dermatologist. I'm not saying that more natural remedies don't have their place and obviously I don't know your situation but I hope you have done your research because it could be a waste of money when what she needs is prescription medication.

We are looking at long term cure to her skin infection issues. She had many bad experiences with doctors and she feel more comfortable with doctors that specializes in nature, herbal, essential oil, etc treatments.

If she has an acute infection on her skin then we would go see a regular doctor for antibiotics and etc. It's only good for short term.

Is it excema or psorisis (sp?)?

I would recommend her seeing a dermatologist and possibily an allergist.

My daughter had issues with severe excema which when it got bad and her skin split lead to infections...after consulting with a dermatologist and not having much luck with various prescription creams I did a little research and found excema can be an outward sign of a lactose/casien allergy...took her off all milk products and bam her skin cleared up. Took her to a GI Dr. and did a hydrogen breath test which confirmed Lactose allergy

I am trying to tell her to ditch all dairy out. She couldn't live without half-half for her coffee. I don't know and I really suck at trying to talk with her to take things out of her way because I am too straight-foward with her. I need to work on that, anyway her skins sometime boils and it appeared like a pimple. It wasn't a pimple and we knew that. It usually leaves her a scar after it heals. It must be more than that so we aren't sure what to do. We think naturopathic is best for us.

zellagrrl

http://fastpaleo.com/coconut-milk-coffee-creamer/

This is a delicious half and half substitute. My husband and I are both blunt (me, moreso) but ultimately she has to decide if trying something (i.e. eliminating dairy) is worth the potential gain. I didn't see a significant improvement during my initial cut of dairy, but after eating it again, I saw a worsening of my symptoms... that made me realize that the improvement in my eczema was worth it.

That said, she has to decide it for herself. My husband still eats crap sometimes, no matter how bad he knows it will make him feel, and so do I. That said, it's a choice we each individually make, knowing the consequences.

sophiathedss

I have a skin disorder ( since age 19 and in my 40's now)....have tried all the topical meds and finally went to a friend who is a TCM...traditional chinese medicine doc....it made all the difference in the world. That is just my opinion. My treatment worked for the core of the disorder not just the symptoms. I use my primary care doc for things that apply to her...infections, antibiotics, etc.

I also have cut out all wheat/gluten and limit dairy...helps with inflammation, mood and my skin.....it was suggested and it works for me!

I have had much sucess with herbal remedies and accupuncture. I wish you well!

renkatrun

She couldn't live without half-half for her coffee.

She probably could