Homoeopathy

Anaemia is defined as a reduced hemoglobin concentration in blood below the lower limit of normal range, for the age and sex of individual. Normal hemoglobin level of new born at the time of birth is 14-22 %gm/dl, and in infant it is 9.5-13% gm/dl, normal adult hemoglobin lies between 13-16 % gm/dl in males, 11.5-15 % gm/dl in females. The aim of study is to compare Ferrum phos 6x and its combination with homeopathic medicine with randomized controlled trial that homeopathy is somewhat worth for the treatment of anemia. So in this study the expected result was that the treatment of anemia with Ferrum phos 6x and Ferrum phos 6x along with homeopathic medicines will support in increasing Hb level by 1 gm/dl .

Recurrent aphthous ulcer (RAU) is one of the most common painful oral mucosal conditions affecting a significant proportion of the population. The prevalence of aphthous ulcers is reported to be high worldwide, with studies indicating a prevalence of about 25% globally and approximately 50.3% in India. The condition is characterized by recurrent, painful ulcerations of the oral mucosa which may affect eating, speaking, and overall quality of life. Several predisposing factors such as stress, spicy food intake, gastric disturbances, lack of sleep, mechanical injury, and inadequate water intake have been associated with the occurrence of recurrent aphthous ulcers. The present study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of the homoeopathic medicine Borax Veneta 30C in the management of recurrent aphthous ulcers in patients aged between 10 and 30 years of both sexes. This study was designed as a non-randomized, without control trial using a before and after study method. A total of 45 patients suffering from recurrent aphthous ulcers were selected from the outpatient department of MHMC based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. The study duration was six months and the effectiveness of the remedy was assessed using subjective and objective parameters such as intensity of pain measured through the Visual Analogue Scale, number of ulcers, recurrence of ulcers, and inflammatory signs. After administration of Borax Veneta 30C and follow-up observations, the results showed improvement in 32 patients (71.11%), whereas 13 patients (28.89%) showed no significant improvement. The analysis also indicated that stress was the most common predisposing factor for recurrent aphthous ulcers among the studied cases. The findings suggest that Borax Veneta 30C may be effective in reducing the intensity and recurrence of aphthous ulcers in a considerable number of patients. However, further controlled clinical studies with larger sample sizes are recommended to establish the therapeutic effectiveness of this remedy more conclusively.

The Kali group of remedies in homoeopathy represents a distinct constitutional pattern characterized by sensitivity, dependency, responsibility, and strong attachment to family and material security. Individuals belonging to the Kali constitution often exhibit emotional vulnerability, anxiety, and a strong need for affection and reassurance. During childhood, Kali individuals are usually oversensitive, demanding affection, and closely attached to family members. They may grow up in environments where both pampering and strict moral discipline shape their personality, resulting in individuals who are conscientious, responsible, yet somewhat timid and dependent. In adolescence, emotional sensitivity becomes more pronounced. Relationships and attachments play a significant role in their psychological development. Disappointments, especially in love or emotional bonds, can lead to anxiety, insecurity, repression of feelings, and sometimes neurotic tendencies. Kali individuals often prefer routine, conformity, and stability, avoiding risks and major challenges due to a weakness of will and fear of change. In adulthood, Kali personalities are generally responsible, family-oriented, and focused on providing security for their loved ones. They tend to be practical, morally conscious, and protective of their family members, though they may remain anxious and somewhat self-centered. In old age, dependency and vulnerability increase, often accompanied by anxiety and irritability when neglected or left alone. From a homoeopathic perspective, Kali remedies are often indicated in chronic conditions involving multiple vital organs and degenerative pathologies, especially when accompanied by states of weakness, anxiety, and fluid imbalance. Understanding the psychological and constitutional features of the Kali group helps homoeopathic physicians in selecting appropriate remedies for individualized treatment.

Case taking is a fundamental aspect of homoeopathic practice, as it enables the physician to understand the totality of symptoms and individual characteristics of the patient for accurate remedy selection. However, taking a chronic case often presents several challenges due to various patient-related, disease-related, and treatment-related factors. Many patients are influenced by modern medical systems that rely on diagnostic instruments and quick prescriptions, making them less accustomed to the detailed questioning required in homoeopathic case taking. Additionally, long-term use of allopathic medications may alter the original symptom picture by producing drug-induced symptoms, leading to complex disease conditions that make remedy selection difficult. Other difficulties include the progression of pathology where symptoms gradually diminish, incomplete patient history due to forgetfulness or modesty, exaggeration or suppression of symptoms, and patients becoming accustomed to long-standing complaints and therefore failing to report them. Periodic or alternating symptoms may also go unnoticed or unreported by patients, though they are often important in homoeopathic prescribing. Self-medication, use of complex homoeopathic formulations, and mixed miasmatic conditions further complicate case analysis. In certain chronic conditions, diseases may present with very few symptoms, referred to as one-sided diseases, making individualization difficult. Understanding these difficulties helps the homoeopathic physician to approach chronic case taking with greater patience, observation, and analytical skill, thereby improving the chances of accurate remedy selection and successful treatment.

Common health problems in geriatric age group adversely affect their Quality of life. This study was carried out with the objective to identify the commonest geriatric problems and the indicated Homoeopathic remedies. Material and Methods: Thirty cases of geriatric problems were selected based the questionnaire in four domains. I.e. physical, psychological, social, environmental. The improvement in Quality of Life (QoL), using WHO QoL-BREF scale was studied before and after the treatment. Result: Significant improvement in QoL after treatment was observed and verified using paired t test. Common health problems encountered in old age study group were generalized weakness11, joint pain24, constipation13, breathlessness, hypertention15. Commonly indicated Homoeopathic remedies were, Pulsatilla8, Nux Vomica3, Arsenicum album3 etc. Conclusion: The study has explored the potential of using Homoeopathic medicines in improving the quality of life in common health problems of geriatric age group.

Osteoarthritis is the most common degenerative joint disorder and a major cause of disability among elderly individuals. It is characterized by progressive degeneration of articular cartilage, narrowing of joint space, formation of osteophytes, and sclerosis of the subchondral bone. Clinically, osteoarthritis presents with symptoms such as joint pain, stiffness, crepitus, and reduced mobility, commonly affecting joints of the knees, hips, hands, and spine. Various precipitating and maintaining factors contribute to the development and progression of the disease, including age, obesity, mechanical stress, joint injury, and genetic predisposition. Increased body mass index (BMI) is strongly associated with osteoarthritis of the knee and hand due to prolonged joint loading, highlighting the importance of weight management as part of non-pharmacological treatment. From the homoeopathic perspective, disease susceptibility is closely related to constitution, diathesis, and miasmatic background of the individual. Constitution represents the psychological, functional, and structural organization of the individual, determining the response to environmental factors. Diathesis indicates an inherited or acquired predisposition that increases susceptibility to disease. According to homoeopathic philosophy, miasmatic influences and constitutional weaknesses play a vital role in the development and persistence of chronic diseases such as osteoarthritis. Understanding these precipitating and maintaining factors from a homoeopathic viewpoint helps in individualizing treatment and addressing the underlying susceptibility of the patient rather than merely managing symptoms.

Dr. Hahnemann is the first person who made the relation between disease & medicine similarity by conceiving and utilizing it to form new therapeutic system in field of Medicine. Dr. Hahnemann has confirmed the law of Cure, not only with pure experiments but also by keen observations . This article’s objective is to emphasis on the evolution of the law of Similia. The objectives were to study the evolution of the law of Similia and to trace roots of it in past. The method by evidence-based study of Dr. Hahnemann on the law of Similia and also some of the other stalwarts and their schools (pathy).

The Solanaceae is a large varied family of trees, shrubs & herbs including 90 genera & more than 2000 species. Solanaceae is known for possessing a diverse range of alkaloids. Therapeutically these are most powerful known anticholinergic in existence, meaning the inhibit neurological signals transmitted by the endogenous neurotransmitter, acetylcholine. Medicinally important species of solanaces family belongs to following genera namely: solanum, capsicum, hyoscyamus, atropa, datura, nicotiana & miscellaneous. These species are extensively used for medicinal purpose throughout the country. The Solanaceae family is characteristically ethno botanical, that is extensively used by humans. It is important source of food, spice & medicine. However Solanaceae species rich in alkaloids whose toxicity to humans & animals ranges from mildly irritating to fatal in small quantities. Methods: Simple randomized sampling with 30 cases in which patients were enrolled till the targetwas achieved. The patients were selected on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Patients were considered on the basis of clinical presentation. All cases were taken as per the case record format prepared for the study. Prescription of each case was based on the symptomsimilarity of medicine of Solanaceae family. Outcome was assessed as a recovered, improved & not improved. Results: All 30 cases were studied after administration of homoeopathic remedy from Solanaceae family out of this, 28 cases improve and 2 cases were not improved. Conclusion: In this study it is found that homoeopathic remedy Belladonna of Solanaceae family covers the most clinical condition than other remedies of Solanaceae family.

Background: Neck pain ranks among the leading causes of disability globally, particularly affecting young adults. Neck pain ranks 4th in disability causes, affecting 6-20% of the workforce with a 50% lifetime prevalence. Annual rates vary from 15% to 50%, peaking in middle-aged females. GBD Study data shows a 21% increase in pain lasting over 3 months from 2006 to 2016. Despite its significant burden, research efforts remain limited, with only 0.12 trials per million disability-adjusted life years and a total of 30 million globally. Its nonspecific form, often multifactorial in origin, diminishes quality of life, productivity, and socioeconomic status. Effective management strategies, including drugs, surgery, and conservative therapies, remain pivotal, yet the optimal approach is uncertain. Yoga, a burgeoning complementary therapy, shows promise in alleviating musculoskeletal pain, though its specific impact on chronic non-specific neck pain remains underexplored. Homeopathy, known for its individualized approach, offers potential relief for neck pain, yet its efficacy in chronic non-specific cases warrants investigation. A comparative study is thus imperative to discern optimal treatment modalities.

Menorrhagia comes under Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB). AUB means any deviation in normal uterine cycle refers to abnormally heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding that exceeds the typical flow more than 80ml and duration. It can lead to severe discomfort, disruption of daily activities. Rationale of study: Menorrhagia is one of the major / main cause why women of different age group attend gynecological consultant. It affects women living in developed as well as developing countries. It is not only life threatening but also have huge effect on personal, social ,family and work life of women and reduce quality of life .So here it is attempt to study effectiveness of Cynodon dactylon in treating menorrhagia along with homoeopathic indicated remedy. Aim: To study the difference in effectiveness of Cynodon dactylon mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine and homoeopathic indicated medicine alone in cases of menorrhagia in the age group of 15 – 55 years. Objective : Primary objective – To compare effectiveness of Cynodon dact. Mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine and homoeopathic indicated medicine alone in cases of female suffering from complaints of menorrhagia in the age group of 15 – 55 years . Secondary objective –Improve quality life of female of age group of 15- 55 years suffering from complaint of menorrhagia. Material and methods : 46 patients enrolled in the study with the help of menorrhagia assessment scale and clinical diagnosis. Detailed case taking of 2 groups were done. Group 1- received Cynodon mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine and Group 2 - received homoeopathic indicated remedy alone . Quality of life scale was also used before the commencement of treatment . 6 follow ups where taken after medication again menorrhagia assessment scale score was obtained along with quality of life scale. Result : There is difference in effectiveness of Homoeopathic medicine Cynodon dactylon Mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine and homoeopathic indicated medicine alone in reducing the complaint of menorrhagia in female in age group of 15 to 55 years. After studying 23 cases of Group A i.e. Cynodon mother tincture with homoeopathic indicated medicine- 19 cases are improved and 4 cases are not improved. After Studying 23 case of group B i.e. Homoeopathic indicated medicine- 18 cases are improved and 5 cases are not improved. Conclusion : According to the study, we conclude that Homoeopathic medicine Cynodon dactylon mother tincture along with homoeopathic indicated medicine is more effective than homoeopathic indicated medicine alonein treatment of menorrhagia.