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Never Been Well Since: A Homeopathic Perspective on Chronic Illness

Have you ever felt like your health has never fully recovered after a specific event?


In homeoapthy, this experience is often described as “Never Been Well Since” (NBWS), when they are dealing with chronic symptoms that began after an illness, stress, or trauma.


In this blog, I explain the meaning of NBWS, common symptoms, possible causes, and how homeopathy approaches this condition.


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A lone figure gazes up at a starry night sky, silhouetted against swirling, illuminated clouds.

#1 - What Does “Never Been Well Since” Mean?


“Never Been Well Since” (NBWS) is a term used in homeopathy to describe a pattern where a person’s health declines after a specific trigger and never fully returns to normal.


Common triggers include:


  • Viral or bacterial infections

  • Emotional trauma or shock

  • Physical injury

  • Long-term stress

  • Medical treatments or interventions


This refers to a person's health declining since a certain event, with symptoms that vary and sometimes include,


  • Chronic fatigue or low energy

  • Brain fog and poor concentration

  • Digestive issues (bloating, IBS-like symptoms)

  • Anxiety, depression, or mood swings

  • Sleep disturbances

  • Recurring illness or low immunity


Some people still feel unwell even when medical examinations find no abnormalities, leading many to describe their condition as an "illness of unknown cause."



#2 - What Causes NBWS? (Root Causes Explained)


From a functional and homeopathic perspective, NBWS is often linked to a trigger that disrupts the body’s regulatory system.


While everyone has a diverse background, the possible underlying mechanisms are:


  • Immune system imbalance

  • Nervous system dysregulation

  • Incomplete recovery after infection

  • Emotional stress stored in the body


These are some of the things that can provide clues to the question, "Why have I been feling so unwell ever since?"



#3 - Homeopathic Approach to NBWS


In homeopathy, NBWS is understood as "a state in which past events continue have an influence on the present."


We consider the whole person, examining how the onset of discomfort stems from the past event, both physically and emotionally. Homeopathy takes into account the individual's consultation, emotional patterns, medical history and family constitutional patterns when determining the approach and selecting a remedy.


For example,


A patient reports never feeling well since a severe flu several years ago.

Since then, they experience constant fatigue and low immunity.


From a homeopathic perspective, the flu may have acted as a trigger, leaving the system in a weakened state. Homeopathy would aim to restore overall balance rather than only targeting fatigue.

We also investigate what changes occured before or during the infection and why they triggered it.


While conventional medicine focuses on identifying diseases and treating individual symptoms, homeopathy takes a whole-body approach, considering NBWS and other perspectives when assessing symptoms, even in cases where “tests show no abnormalities but discomfort persists.”



#4 - Conclusion


“Never Been Well Since” is a powerful way to describe a common yet often overlooked experience.


By understanding the timeline of illness and the potential triggers, homeopathy offers a unique perspective on chronic health issues.


If you feel that your health has never been the same since a particular event, exploring this concept may provide new insights.



Still not feeling like yourself?


If you feel like you’ve never been well since a certain event, you’re not alone. Many people live with ongoing symptoms without clear answers.


A personalized homeopathic approach may help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you.

No pressure. Just a conversation about your health.




All the best for your healing journey!




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Love and gratitude

Hiroko


Reference:

  • Owen.D., (2007) Principles and Practice of Homeopathy The Therapeutic and Healing Process. Churchill Livingstone Elsevier. London. United Kingdom

  • Lemke. A., (2021) Healing COmplex Children with Homeopathy ASD, PANDAS/PANS, LYME, ADHD, AND MORE. Workplay Publishing. Newton. United States of America.



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