No more social anxiety, stepping into a happy life beyond Vitiligo shadows

In October 2019, Mast.Y.K (Patient identification number-41546), a 12-year-old patient, visited the Chembur branch. He had been dealing with Vitiligo since 2012 and had undergone various treatments without finding relief or achieving a stable condition. The Vitiligo patches were unilateral, concentrated on the left side of his face, covering the eyelids and extending toward the lips. Additionally, patches were present on the waist, lower back, and vertex, all on the left side of the body. White hairs, such as the moustache and scalp, grew under these patches. After a thorough case-taking, it was observed that the Koebners phenomenon was negative in this patient. The patient frequently experienced colds and had pharyngitis with sneezing.

The patient's generals encompassed various aspects of his health:

Family History:

No family member had a history of Vitiligo, but several relatives had autoimmune conditions. The patient's father, grandfather, grandmother, and uncle had asthma, while the maternal grandmother had underactive thyroid, diabetes, and asthma.

Past History:

The patient has explored diverse medical treatments since 2012. He underwent allopathic medications for 2 months in 2012 and 2013, with an unknown prescription. Corticosteroids were used for 5 days in 2014, leading to weight gain. A homeopathic medication was started in 2015 and was still continuing when he came to see us.

Personal History:

The patient maintained an average appetite with a mixed diet. His water intake was low (up to 1 litre/day), and he was sensitive to cold, craving sweets and beans while disliking chicken.

Mental Generals:

The patient was mild, gentle, and reserved, avoiding social interactions with few friends. While he spent 5-6 hours on gadgets, he was a decent child with no temper issues. He tended to be secretive, reluctant to share personal feelings, requiring his mother to inquire extensively about his day.

Prescription:

Based on the observations and the patient's history, a suitable remedy was prescribed. A proper diet was outlined, accompanied by a presentation explaining the administration of medications and factors contributing to treatment success. Following counselling and discussions, he departed with a positive outlook and a smile on his face.

Follow-ups:

During the first follow-up, the patient arrived with a happy expression, expressing gratitude for the noticeable repigmentation after the initial medication batch. Repigmentation wasn't confined to the face but extended to marks on the waist. Additionally, the patient reported a cessation of cold and cough symptoms for the past two months.

However, the second follow-up revealed a shift, with the patient experiencing cold and cough episodes every 15 days, despite ongoing treatment. According to the mother, the patient had not taken antibiotics for 2-3 years.

Subsequent follow-ups showed a slow and steady overall repigmentation. In the first year, a dull spot over the eyes appeared, which was eventually re-pigmented with further prescriptions. After the initial year, an aggravation occurred, introducing a new facial patch. Over the next 8 months, this patch, along with a large spot, showed about 60% repigmentation.

Over a year, there was no spread or emergence of new spots, and the old patches gradually disappeared. In the recent follow-up, approximately 90% repigmentation was observed over all patches, notably achieving 95% recovery on the facial patch. Small spots were noticed on the eyelids, corner of the eye, and corner of the lips.

Conclusion:

In challenging autoimmune conditions like Vitiligo, Homeopathy demonstrates remarkable efficacy, often achieving success in seemingly difficult cases. The key lies in the unwavering dedication and commitment of both patient and doctor, coupled with a positive attitude and strong belief. Dr. Shah's research-based medicines, within the domain of Homeopathy, play a significant role in aiding individuals on their journey out of Vitiligo, offering hope, and contributing to visible results in the management of this condition.