Successful Homeopathic Management of Chronic Urticaria in a Young Patient

Everybody has had an allergic response at some time in their lives. We are aware that this might cause discomfort, such as itching skin, redness, and a warm feeling within, and that it can interfere with our regular schedule. Imagine how difficult life would become for someone who had to cope with these occurrences regularly. This case study might help you better understand the condition and its effects if you or anybody in your family is dealing with it.

This is the case study of a 9-year-old boy, Master A.G. (Patient ID: 44825), who consulted at Life Force Homeopathic Centre in February 2021 for his chronic Urticaria. During his first visit, his parents said the complaint started with small hives. His hives formed on his back and chest with itching. He didn’t take any oral medicine and was only using dusting powder. His grandmother was a Life Force patient for Lichen planus, so he started the treatment for Urticaria with us since his grandmother had found good relief with Dr. Shah’s treatment.

Physical generals:
He was a vegetarian with no specific likes or dislikes in terms of foods and tastes. His thirst was less, but he used to perspire heavily. His bowel movements were normal; same with urination; he didn’t have any complaints. His sleep was sound and refreshable, with no particular dreams.

Mental generals:
He was a brave, confident, and fearless child. He liked mingling with people, mixed up easily, and enjoyed hanging out with friends. There was no notable personal or family medical history.

Dr. Shah prescribed Calcarea Carb-30 4 pills 3 times along with his research-based medicines for 6 weeks after thoroughly evaluating his case. In addition, a few blood tests were recommended to better understand any underlying factors contributing to his condition and advised a restricted diet, avoiding some foods to which he was sensitive, and managing his symptoms effectively.

Follow-ups:
After 6 weeks of treatment by 3rd April 2021, the parents informed us that his condition had improved noticeably, with significant improvement in his condition. His itching had significantly decreased, as had the frequency, duration, and severity of his episodes. He responded favorably to the treatment plan, and his progress was encouraging.

His parents reported that his symptoms had nearly disappeared at the next follow-up. He had not had any episodes for two months, and he showed no symptoms of itching or hives. Dr. Shah suggested that he discontinue the treatment while continuing to eat mindfully to avoid any triggers to prevent flare-ups.

But in February 2023, after going seven months without medicine, he came back to the clinic because his symptoms had returned after he had been around grass. The exposure had caused similar symptoms, suggesting a possible sensitivity to particular allergens. After evaluating his overall symptoms once again, Dr. Shah suggested an additional medication course.

He has been taking the medications regularly since resuming treatment, and he has shown persistent improvement, with his symptoms progressively becoming back to normal.

Conclusion:
In conclusion, a thorough evaluation of every symptom is used to prescribe homeopathic medicine. This case shows that homeopathy can be very effective in a short period of time, despite the belief held by some that it acts slowly. The speed and effectiveness of treatment depend on the severity, intensity, and duration of the condition.

- Written by Dr. Priyanka Agarwal, Associate doctor to Dr. Rajesh Shah (MD, Hom)