A young lady got complete recovery from Candidiasis with Homeopathy
On May 23, 2024, Mrs. J.J. (Patient ID: 54632), a young woman of 29 years old, came to the Life Force Homeopathy Vashi branch with a complaint of vaginal candidiasis, which she had been experiencing for three to four months. The area around her vagina was red. She also experienced a burning feeling during urination and severe itching around the vulva. She had been taking steroid tablets and antifungal medications for a few days. On alternate days, she used tab Fentosa 600 vaginally and Lactacyd perineal wash. But after taking conventional medicine for a month and not seeing any improvement, she turned to Life Force Homeopathy. Her daughter was already receiving positive outcomes from the Life Force treatment.
Candidiasis is a fungal infection that occurs due to overgrowth of candida yeast. Candida infection mostly affects the skin and mucous membranes. When an overgrowth of yeast is present in the vagina, then it is called vaginal candidiasis. The patient may have redness, itching, whitish discharge, and pain in the genitals. This case study shows the excellent result of homeopathy in such complaints.
Physical generals:
She followed a vegetarian diet and had no particular food preferences or dislikes. Her life was very simple. Her micturition and bowel movements were normal. She slept well and experienced profuse sweating all over her body. Her menstrual cycles were normal. She took care of the house. Her spouse was employed with the GST department. Her daughter, who was five years old, was receiving Life Force treatment.
She was adjustive. She experienced distress occasionally as a result of her workload. Other than that, she was a contented and peaceful individual.
In the past, she has suffered from typhoid and had undergone vocal cord surgery.
Dr. Rajesh Shah studied her case and prescribed her Medorrhinum 30 in two doses. The patient was guided about a specific diet.
Since the patient was not responding to standard steroid and antifungal treatments, few blood tests were advised to explore potential underlying causes. Blood sugar levels, both fasting and postprandial, were advised to rule out diabetes or prediabetes, as these conditions are known to predispose individuals to recurrent candidiasis. A thyroid profile, including TSH, T3, and T4, was suggested to determine if hypothyroidism might be contributing to immune dysfunction and hindering recovery. Additionally, a complete blood count (CBC) was recommended to check for signs of infection or anaemia, which could explain the lack of response to treatment. Also, vitamin D, B12, and iron levels were suggested; deficiencies in these nutrients can impair immunity and healing. These investigations aimed to uncover any hidden factors that might be hindering recovery and guide further management.
Follow-ups:
On July 5, 2024, she provided her first feedback following five weeks of medication. Her genital discharge, itching, and redness all subsided. She would only experience discharge and itching if she missed the doses. She was prescribed medication for the next six weeks based on her symptoms.
She gave feedback in September 2024, stating that she experienced positive outcomes following three to four months of homeopathic treatment. She had no redness around her vagina. She still had some white discharge, but it was decreased. She also experienced less burning and itching when urinating. Her condition has improved by more than 60–70%. She was appropriately adhering to the dietary and other hygienic recommendations.
All of her symptoms, including pain, burning, discomfort, and white discharge, had disappeared entirely by the time of the December 2024 follow-up. Overall she was doing well, so she was advised to discontinue treatment because of her complete recovery. She was counselled to eat a healthy diet, drink lots of water, and practice good hygiene.
Conclusion:
Homeopathy offers a holistic approach to managing candidiasis, particularly when conventional treatments fail or when addressing recurrent and chronic cases. Homeopathic medicines aim to enhance the body's natural immunity, addressing the susceptibility of the patient and making it more resistant to fungal infections. The remedies strengthen the immune system and reduce the tendency for recurrence. Homeopathic remedies provide effective relief from symptoms such as itching, burning, discharge, and redness, without the side effects commonly associated with steroids or antifungal medications.
- Case study written by Dr. Priyanka Agarwal, an associate doctor to Dr Rajesh Shah (M.D. Hom)