A 51-year-old gentleman, Mr. S.K.A. (PIN: 37076) took online treatment for his long-standing problem of Prostatitis from Life Force Homeopathy on 8th June 2018. In his case history, he mentioned about his Prostatitis, which he was suffering from 2010, was recurrent in nature, and that he was on strong antibiotic medicines.

He had urine frequency of about 8-11 times in a day with constant burning throughout the day. He had to strain for urination and wait for about 20-30 seconds before urination starts. The urine stream was weak too as per the patient. Genetic Link was present and was strong in his case, as his father also suffered from BPH as well as his grandfather had a history of prostatitis.

He also submitted his USG report dated 26th May 2018 which stated Grade 2 Prostatomegaly (5.0 x 4.9 x 4.4 cm) with a significant post void urine. After a detailed case study of symptoms and reports submitted, Dr. Shah prescribed him medicines for about 2 months.

Follow-Ups:
During the first follow-up, the patient mentioned the improvement of about 10%. He had tapered down his antibiotic dose to twice in a month, and a huge symptomatic relief was experienced by the patient.

At the time of his third follow-up, he mentioned an overall improvement of about 30% in his health with huge symptomatic relief. His daily urine frequency had reduced, and his burning and other associated troubles had reduced. A fresh USG was advised by Dr. Shah.

Fresh USG was done by the patient on 13th August 2018 which stated prostate size (4.7 x 4.5 x 4.4 cm). And, as the follow-up was taken, the patient always showed an improvement of 10% more than the previous condition.

By the end of one year, he had an overall improvement of about 60%-70%. There was great symptomatic relief, and he had stopped all his antibiotic medicines. 
The patient was really happy with the treatment, as he had got what he wanted since ages and was off heavy doses of antibiotics.

Conclusion:
Homeopathic medicines offer an effective treatment for various diseases associated with the prostate gland, inclusive of all its variants. It can work on the majority of these problems effectively and gently. After a detailed case study and evaluation, the homeopathic medicine, which when administered, treats the patient at an inner level. In patients of prostatitis, homeopathic medicines help reduce the inflammation of the gland and surrounding structures. The pain associated with this condition usually subsides with Homeopathic medication. In cases of acute prostatitis, Homeopathy can be the best substitute for antibiotics. Moreover, homeopathy helps in tackling the re-occurrence of episodes by acting on the immunity of the person and boosting the immunity; thus, it promotes overall recovery without any side effects.

Written by Dr. Shraddha J, Associate doctor to Dr. Rajesh Shah