Reiter's syndrome

What you need to know:

There are no specific natural remedies or complementary therapies to treat this condition, but some herbs may help reduce the inflammation.

The most useful Herbs:

Birch
Black cohosh
Meadowsweet
Poplar
Willow
Devil’s claw
Ginger - extracts of the medicinal Chinese variety of this herb

Homoeopathy

The homoeopathic remedies Bryonia, Guaiacum and Rhododendron can also bring relief, but as this condition has so many potential causes, it’s worth consulting a homeopath or a doctor who’s also trained in homoeopathy rather than treating yourself with over-the-counter preparations.

Dietary changes that may be beneficial:

Cutting out red meat, game and coffee can also help.

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