Varicocele and hydrocele are two conditions affecting the male reproductive system that can result in temporary sterility and an incapacity to conceive. Rhododendron is a plant that can be used in homeopathic dilutions to reduce inflammation of the testicles and is particularly effective in treating hydrocele. The plant is considered a useful anti inflammatory solution and may be used in the making of various drugs used in traditional medicine.
Rhododendron
Rhododendron is the Greek name of a plant that produces flower and the name may be translated as tree flower. There are various types of Rhododendron and many are used in alternative medicine. The leafs, the flowers, as well as the tree bark may be utilized in alternative medicine or homeopathy.
Rhododendron for Male Fertility
Male fertility can be affected by hydrocele and varicocele. Hydrocele is manifested through the gathering of liquid in the scrotum and possibly involves the testes also. Varicocele is similar to hydrocele and involves the swelling of the veins in the scrotum.
Rhododendron extracts can be used to reduce the inflammation in the reproductive system area. The dilutions may contain extracts from the flowers, leaves or tree bark, which can be taken from various types of Rhododendron. The plants contain flavonoids, saponins and phenolic compounds, which are effective substances, used in homeopathy.
The dilution is administered for a longer period of time (i.e. over 2 months) for results to appear. The concentration of the Rhododendron dilution will be increased gradually at the beginning of the treatment, until the body of the patient gets used to the ingredients. Once the patient shows signs of improvement, the concentration of the dilutions will be reduced until the point the dilution contains only a placebo solution.
The patient will be closely monitored by the homeopath, in order to adjust the treatment as needed. The effects of the Rhododendron dilutions may vary, but a lot of patients show improvement and are fully treated. The homeopathic remedies don’t target only the reproductive system, but also other areas of the patient’s system that may be affected by other diseases that can affect the overall health and ultimately the fertility.
A homeopathic treatment may also boost the mental state of the patient and reduce stress, which can affect fertility.
Additional Homeopathic Remedies for Hydrocele and Varicocele
The hydrocele and variococele homeopathic treatment may include Rhododendron along with other ingredients that may be derived from other plants, herbs, animals or minerals:
- Pulsatilla
- Arnica Montana
- Ferum
- Silica
- Selenium
- Hamamelis
Other Uses of Rhododendron
Rhododendron can be used as an anti inflammatory solution and can reduce both internal and external swelling. The plant contains a lot of antioxidants, which can be beneficial for the health of the liver and reduce the free radicals from the patient’s diet. Kidney problems may also be alleviated with the use of Rhododendron extracts.
