Healing Crisis / Detoxification
“San Poison” in the Thai language of natural therapy or alternative medicine is similar to the word "Healing Crisis", which occurs when the body begins to expel toxins or rebalance itself after starting treatment or changing health behaviors, such as detoxification, meditation, herbal steaming, eating clean food, or taking herbal medicine.
Common symptoms of Healing Crisis:
1. Headache, dizziness
2. Fatigue, easily tired
3. Low fever or feeling unwell
4. Rash, itching, peeling skin, or acne breakouts – reflecting the expulsion of toxins through the skin
5. Body or joint pain – like having a fever
6. Diarrhea, stomachache, or frequent bowel movements
7. Frequent urination, strong odor, dark color
8. Mood swings, irritability, depression, or crying
9. Insomnia or constant drowsiness
10. Stronger body odor or bad breath – reflecting the detoxification process
Key points:
• These symptoms are temporary and will gradually improve in 1-7 days (in some cases, it may take longer)
• Usually occur after Start a healing process or change your health.
• It is a sign that the body is healing and balancing, but it must be separated from “allergies” which are more dangerous.