Overview of Homeopathy and Questions in the Mind
Abstract
The community increasingly has begun to use various methods under the heading of “Alternative and Complementary Medicine” which are outside of conventional/classic medicine. This situation brings with it discussions about the issue. In this review article it is aimed to answer some of the questions that come to mind in terms of “Homeopathy”,one of the practices of alternative and complementary medicine; a method which is using all the substances in the nature and having some certain principles. What is the position of it in the world and in our country? Who are using homeopathy? How do the doctors approach to this issue? To increase the awareness of this subject, will be useful in order to guidance the people.
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