Bangalore IAS Officer's Journey to an Allergy-Free Life with Homeopathy

Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) is inflammation of the nose which occurs due to hypersensitivity reaction of our immune system to allergens in the air. The common signs and symptoms include repeated sneezing, with itchy stuffy and runny nose, scratchy throat, itchy eyes with swelling, redness and watering, headache, cough, fatigue etc. Allergy is often triggered by allergens like pollen, dust mites, animal dander, cat saliva, mold etc.

Case study:

On October 3rd, 2023, a 39-year-old female IAS officer (Patient ID 50405) visited Life Force Homeopathy, Jayanagar Branch, for treatment of Allergic Rhinitis, which she had been enduring for the past 10 years. She reported continuous bouts of sneezing early in the morning and at night, along with nasal blockage at night.

She experienced severe episodes 3-4 times a year, each lasting around an hour. These episodes were triggered by dust, the smell of old clothes, and direct exposure to air conditioning. During these severe episodes, she used Avil 25mg (an antihistamine) as needed.

Her family medical history was reviewed during the consultation, and a comprehensive case history was taken, addressing both her mental and physical health

Physical generals:

She followed a non-vegetarian diet and had an average appetite with a particular craving for sweets. She drank about 2.5 liters of water daily, indicating an average level of thirst. Her perspiration was normal, and she had a low tolerance for extreme cold. Her bowel movements were satisfactory, and she had no urinary symptoms. She enjoyed sound sleep, preferring to lie on her right side. Her menstrual cycle was regular, with no significant symptoms.

Mental generals:

She described a happy childhood with strong family support. As an ambivert, she felt most comfortable around a few selected friends. She experienced claustrophobia and a fear of heights. Anxiety about her health and family was present, though she found enjoyment in reading fiction. She tended to keep her worries and tensions to herself, confiding only in her mother and husband. Her intellectual faculties, including memory, perception, intelligence, analysis, and logic, were all good.

Treatment:

Dr. Shah thoroughly reviewed her case and prescribed appropriate medications. Additionally, he recommended a specific diet plan to help manage her allergic rhinitis.

Follow-up:

December 12th, 2023: At her first follow-up, the patient reported a 5-10% improvement in symptoms and had discontinued antihistamine use for the past 1.5 months, with no severe allergic episodes.

Subsequent Follow-ups: The patient showed continued improvement over time.

February 6th, 2024: By this follow-up, she experienced a 60% improvement, with a significant reduction in sneezing and nocturnal nasal blockage.

April 10th, 2024 (within 6 months): The patient reported an 80%-90% improvement and expressed high satisfaction with the treatment at Life Force Homeopathy under Dr. Shah. She was especially pleased to have completely ceased antihistamine use.

Conclusion:

Homeopathy offers effective treatment for allergic conditions across all age groups, free from harmful substances and side effects. It not only alleviates symptoms but also aims for a permanent resolution by addressing the underlying causes of the disease rather than merely managing symptoms.