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Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis (EPTB)

What is Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis (EPTB)

In Homeopathy, Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis is understood as TB that affects organs outside the lungs — such as lymph nodes, pleura, bones, spine, abdomen, kidneys, brain, skin, etc.

This happens when the vital force (immune system) becomes weak or unbalanced, allowing TB germs to travel to deeper tissues.
At our homeopathic centre, we focus on rebuilding immunity, strengthening the affected organs, and supporting complete natural healing alongside required TB treatment.

“Even if TB spreads beyond the lungs — healing is still possible.

Homeopathy helps restore strength in every affected organ and supports your full recovery.”

Extrapulmonary TB occurs when TB infection spreads to any organ other than the lungs.
It may affect:

  • Lymph Nodes
  • Pleura (lungs covering)
  •  Spine (Pott’s disease)
  • Bones & Joints
  •  Brain (TB meningitis)
  •  Abdomen & intestines
  •  Kidneys & urinary tract
  •  Female reproductive organs
  •  Skin
  •  Heart (rare)
  •  Eyes
  • Ear, nose, throat

This usually happens in people with weak immunity or old TB that reactivates.

Causes

  1. Low or Weak Immunity
  • The most important cause.
  • Triggered by:
  • Stress
  • Emotional trauma
  • Poor nutrition
  • Chronic illness
  • Lack of rest
  • Mental pressure
  • Long-standing weakness

2. Previous TB Infection

  • Old infection reactivates and spreads.

3. Tubercular Miasm (Deeper Constitutional Weakness)

  • Homeopathy recognizes a deep-rooted tendency toward:
  • Weak joints
  • Lymph node swelling
  • Digestive weakness
  • Bone pain
  • Rapid weight loss

4.  Nutritional Deficiency

  • Weak organs are more
  • sensitive to infection.

5.  Underlying Diseases

  • Like diabetes, HIV, chronic steroid use
  • autoimmune disorders.

Symptoms

Symptoms vary depending on which organ is affected, but common signs include:

  • Low-grade evening fever
  •  Night sweats
  •  Weight loss
  • Loss of appetite
  •  Fatigue, weakness & low energy
  •  Organ-specific symptoms

Examples:

  • Lymph Node TB: Swollen, painless glands
  • Bone/Spine TB: Back pain, stiffness
  • Abdominal TB: Pain, bloating, constipation/diarrhea
  • Kidney TB: Burning urine, flank pain
  • Brain TB (meningitis): Headache, vomiting, stiffness
  • Pleural TB: Chest pain, breathlessness
  • Reproductive TB: Infertility, irregular periods
  • Skin TB: Ulcers or nodules

Homeopathy helps by reducing inflammation, supporting organ function, and boosting immunity from the inside out.

Precautions

  1. Complete your TB medication
  • Homeopathy supports healing — it does not replace standard TB therapy.

2.  Healthy Nutritious Diet

High-protein foods:

  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Paneer
  • Pulses
  • Meat
  • Nuts, dates
  • Fruits

3.  Avoid smoking & alcohol

  • Weakens immunity.

4.  Daily sunlight exposure

  • Natural immune booster.

5. Avoid cold, damp, dusty environments

  • Especially for lymph node or pleural TB.

6.  Gentle exercise

  • For spine & bone TB — only guided activity.

7.  Stay emotionally strong

  • Mental pressure directly affects immunity.

8.  Frequent medical follow-ups

  • To track recovery.

Homeopathic Medicines

(Supportive treatment at our clinic, customized per patient and organ involved)

1. Tuberculinum

  • The cornerstone remedy.
  • Strengthens immunity
  • Prevents spread
  • Boosts organ vitality
  • Works deeply on tubercular miasm

2. Silicea

  • For gland swelling
  • Weak healing
  • Repeated infections
  • Useful in bone, lymph node & reproductive TB

3. Phosphorus

  • For TB affecting pleura, bones, or brain
  • Sensitivity, weakness, bleeding tendency
  • Supports deep tissue healing

4. Kali Carb

  • For chest, pleura, and spinal TB
  • Breathlessness
  • Sharp stitching pains

5. Stannum Metallicum

  • For weakness after cough or chest TB
  • Helps rebuild energy

6. Iodum

  • For rapid weight loss
  • Fast metabolism
  • Restlessness
  • Bone-gland involvement

7. Bryonia Alba

  • For pleural TB
  • Pain worsens from movement
  • Dry cough + chest pain

8. Calcarea Phos

  • For bone, joint & spine TB
  • Children recovering slowly
  • Weak, thin structures

9. Lycopodium

  • For abdominal TB
  • Gas, bloating, evening aggravation
  • Emotional sensitivity

How Homeopathy Helps in Extrapulmonary TB

  1. Reduces inflammation & pain in the affected organ
  2. Improves immunity & disease resistance
  3.  Supports faster healing of tissues
  4.  Boosts energy, appetite & strength
  5.  Prevents long-term complications
  6.  Reduces relapses & recurrences
  7.  Enhances lung, bone, kidney & nerve healing
  8.  Strengthens the entire constitution

Our clinic focuses on deep constitutional treatment to ensure long-term recovery, not just temporary relief.

Summary

Extrapulmonary TB may involve different organs, but with proper treatment and guided homeopathic support, recovery is absolutely possible.

Homeopathy helps your body regain strength, repair damaged tissues, improve immunity, and restore natural balance — all while supporting you through your TB treatment.

“Your body can heal — whether TB affects lungs, glands, bones, or the abdomen.

With homeopathy, your recovery becomes smoother, deeper, and long-lasting.”

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