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The All India Homoeopathic Post Graduate Seminar 2022 was a major academic event held on 7 and 8 November 2022 at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, New Town, Kolkata. The seminar was organized by postgraduate scholars of Calcutta Homoeopathic Medical College in association with postgraduate scholars from D. N. De Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital and Mahesh Bhattacharyya Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital. The event was conducted with technical collaboration from the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH), Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), and National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH). The seminar aimed to promote academic exchange, research development, and clinical advancements in homoeopathy. The program included various scientific sessions delivered by eminent homoeopathic physicians and researchers on topics such as postgraduate education reforms, evidence-based research, translational research, management of advanced pathologies, repertory development, clinical cosmetology, and homoeopathic approaches in complex diseases. Case studies, research findings, and clinical experiences were shared through lectures, oral presentations, and poster presentations. Discussions also emphasized the importance of research, clinical verification, and evidence-based practice in strengthening homoeopathy as a scientific medical system. The seminar provided an important platform for postgraduate students, practitioners, and researchers to exchange knowledge, present innovative ideas, and enhance their understanding of homoeopathic philosophy and clinical practice.

A three-day seminar on Homoeopathy in the light of German New Medicine (GNM) was organized from 23 September to 25 September 2022 in the auditorium from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The seminar was jointly organized by the IQAC, Department of Organon of Medicine and Homoeopathic Philosophy, Department of Homoeopathic Materia Medica, and Department of Repertory. The program began with a traditional inauguration ceremony including prayer, lighting of the lamp, and garlanding of the portraits of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann and Dr. Hamer in the presence of distinguished guests and faculty members. The seminar featured lectures by experts including Dr. F. F. Motiwala, Dr. G. B. Prasad, Dr. Ashar Shaikh, and Dr. Kamlesh Bagmar. The sessions covered important topics such as the introduction to German New Medicine, Dr. Hamer’s life and work, the five biological laws, embryological concepts, brain control mechanisms, and the relationship between conflicts and disease processes. Practical demonstrations of clinical cases, repertorial discussions, and applications of GNM concepts with the principles of Organon of Medicine were also presented. The seminar encouraged active participation through interactive question and answer sessions and case discussions. A total of 145 participants including practitioners, postgraduate, and graduate students attended the program from various regions. Participant feedback was collected through online forms, indicating positive engagement and learning outcomes from the seminar.

Low self-esteem among students is an important psychological concern that can negatively influence academic performance, emotional stability, and social development. Self-esteem refers to the degree of respect, value, and confidence individuals place on their own abilities and judgments. During the student phase of life, individuals experience rapid physical, cognitive, and social changes, which require them to develop independence and personal identity. When students lack confidence in their abilities or struggle with these developmental challenges, they may experience feelings of worthlessness, reduced motivation, and difficulty evaluating their own performance realistically. Previous studies indicate that factors such as academic stress, family environment, peer acceptance, socioeconomic status, and experiences of abuse may contribute to low self-esteem among students. Psychological theories, including Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and cognitive theory of depression, highlight the role of self-esteem in personal growth and mental health. In homoeopathic literature, emotional disturbances such as anxiety, fear, and lack of confidence are considered significant in understanding the patient’s totality of symptoms. Repertorial and materia medica approaches describe remedies commonly associated with low self-confidence, including Anacardium orientale, Baryta carbonica, Lycopodium clavatum, and Silicea terra. Understanding the psychological basis and homoeopathic interpretation of low self-esteem can assist practitioners in identifying appropriate therapeutic strategies for improving students’ mental well-being.

Chronic diseases have a gradual onset, slow progress, derange the living organism in their own peculiar manner, if not treated. These cases need a series of medicines in order to restore the health and general wellbeing of the patient. Hence second prescription is utmost important in chronic diseases hence, practical knowledge related to it must be obtained by every homeopathic physician. The MONARCH is a tool used to evaluate the likelihood of causal attribution of homeopathic treatment to clinical outcome. Objective: To understand the clinical utility, effect and frequency of different varieties of second prescription along with the use of MONARCH tool. Design: This is a case series study of chronic diseases to understand the utility, effect and frequency of second prescription using MONARCH tool for evaluation of cases. Materials and methods: 45 cases with chronic diseases were studied from OPD over a period of 6 months, the response of the patient to first prescription was analysed and second prescription was made, evaluation of outcome and treatment was done using MONARCH and the utilityand frequency of each type of second prescription was studied.Result:There was improvement in 41 cases out of 45 cases with MONARCH score above 6 and repetition of the same medicine [115 times], was observed to be the most frequently type followed by placebo, [ 88 times] and change of potency [29 times], change of remedy [14 times], complimentary remedy [7 times] and intercurrent remedy [3 times] respectively.

Background There have been many researches on Melissa Officinalis as an herbal medicine and have exceptional results, but there has been no proper research in homeopathy about its utility in PMS. We want to do this research to find in detail the utility of homeopathic medicine Melissa Officinalis in cases of PMS. Objective: 1. Primary objective is to study the effectiveness of homeopathic medicine Melissa Officinalis 200 CH versus homeopathic similimum in cases of premenstrual syndrome in females of age group 15-45 years. 2. Secondary objective is to assess the reduction in the intensity of PMS by using questionnaire. Method This study was randomized controlled trail. After identification of participants with PMS through the PMS questionnaire, they were assigned to Melissa Officinalis (n=23) and homeopathic simillimum (n=22) groups. Result A significant difference was observed in efficacy of Melissa Officinalis and homeopathic similimum incases of PMS. In this study, Melissa Officinalis was found to be effective in reliving symptoms ofPMS. Conclusion Melissa Officinalis is more effective than homeopathic simillimum in cases of premenstrual syndrome in females of age group 15-45years.

Undernutrition among under five children in India is a major public health problem. Despite India‟s growth in the economy, the child mortality rate due to under nutrition is still high in both urban and rural areas. Studies that focus on urban slums are scarce. Hence, the present study was carried out to assess the prevalence and determinants of under nutrition in children under five in Maharashtra, India. OBJECTIVES:-Primary objective-To study the effectiveness of Alfalfa tonic in BMI of children who suffering from Under nutrition. Secondary objective-To study the effectiveness so find individualized homoeopathic medicine in BMI of children who suffering from Under nutrition. Design:-This is a randomized control trial where a protocol is drawn and accordingly patients were selected. Materials and methods-Study design:-A randomized control trial. Study Setting:-M(N)HMC OPD and Village Camps. Study Duration:-6months Eligibility criteria:-a)Inclusion criteria:-1)patients of age group1 5years2)Sex–both 3)Children‟s parents giving consent to take medicine.4) Grade I and Grade II from Gomez classification b)Exclusion criteria:-1)Age below1year and above 5years. 2) Known case of any major illness.3) Grade III from Gomez classification. Result-As our first objective was-To study the effectiveness of homeopathic individualized medicine in BMI of children who suffering from under nutrition, so the result was 24 Patients were prescribed with Group-A in which12 patients showed improvement and12 patients were in grade-I. According to Gomez classification-50% (12) cases came under Grade-Normal and50% (12) Cases comes under Grade-I which was before in grade-I and grade-II. Second objective was-To study the effectiveness of Alfalfa tonic in BMI of children suffering from under nutrition, so the result was 24 Patients were prescribed with Group-B in which 23 patients showed improvement and only 1patients were in grade-I. According to Gomez classification-91.66% (23) cases came under Grade-Normal and 8.33% (1) cases comes under Grade-I, which was before in grade-II. Conclusion-By comparing the result of both individualized homoeopathic medicine (group A) and Alfalfa tonic (group B). Hence, we concluded that both group are effective in the management of under nutrition in the age group of 1-5 years but according to our statistical analysis, alfalfa tonic (Group-B)is more effective than individualized homoeopathic medicine.

Allergic rhinitis (AR) is an inflammatory disorder of the nasal mucosa induced by allergen exposure triggering IgE mediated inflammation. Clinically it is characterized by- rhinorrhea, sneezing, nasal itching and nasal congestion. AR has a considerable effect on quality of life and can have significant consequences if left untreated. AR is a global health problem affecting the people worldwide. Homoeopathic treatment is aimed at enhancing body’s own healing capacity so that human system does not react adversely to the allergens which are considered external factors or exciting cause. A case of allergic rhinitis treated with Arsenicum album, a homoeopathic medicine is reported here. This case shows the usefulness of homoeopathic medicines in allergic rhinitis.

Hypothyroidism is an endocrinal disorder conventionally treated by long-continued hormone replacement therapy. The signs and symptoms pertaining to different systems of the body are seen in Hypothyroidism. Besides some adverse effects, the treatment cost of the therapy implies the patients to seek alternative therapy. The patient presents with complaints of weight gain, puffy hands, depression, tiredness, hair fall, constipation10, and also an increase in the level of TSH. Objective: Primary objective: To study the severity of symptoms in the cases of hypothyroidism.Secondary objective: To study the reduction in levels of thyroid hormones. Methods and materials: Selection of criteria: 1) Inclusion criteria: all age groups, both sexes, a patient already taken allopathic treatment, Patient only on homoeopathic treatment, thyroid disorders associated with other systemic diseases. 2) Exclusion criteria: hypothyroidism in pregnancy, other disorders of thyroids (hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto’s disease, Graves’s disease). Cases were collected in MHMC OPD, Peripheral OPDs.Result: Homoeopathic medicines were found to reduce the severity of symptoms and also a reduction in TSH in patients with higher TSH values. Conclusion: Homeopathic Medicines are effective in reducing the level of Thyroid hormones -TSH and in the Severity of symptoms. Thus causing an improvement of Hypothyroidism.

Objectives: To evaluate the usefulness of homoeopathic remedies in cases of laryngitis. Materials & methods: This study was carried out in OPD for 18 months. The patients suffering from laryngitis has been taken & corresponding homoeopathic similar remedy was selected after detailed case taking& based on symptom similarity. Result: 30 cases were studied out of which 27 case showed improvement with homoeopathic treatment &two cases were partially improved. Conclusion: Homoeopathic medicines are effective in treating laryngitis when prescribed as per the principles of homoeopathy.

Chronic recurrent oral aphthous ulcers are the most common type of inflammatory efflorescence of the oral mucosa, with a prevalence of 2% to 10% in Caucasian populations. To treat them properly, physicians should know their clinical appearance and course, conditioning factors, underlying causes, and differential diagnosis. Aphthous stomatitis, also known as recurrent aphthous ulcers or canker sores, is among the most common oral mucosal lesion physicians and dentists observe. With the use of the most suitable homoeopathic medicine, aphthous ulcer can be properly treated. While selecting the Homoeopathic medicine the constitutional features both physical and mental symptoms are given equal importance for that individual.(1)