Patient Profile:
Name: Mr. S.
Age: 54 years
Profession: Educationist, serving as a Professor at a local postgraduate college
Initial Presentation: Mr. S. first vistied my clinic a few months ago for a left-sided migraine, which was successfully treated with homeopathic medicine. Around mid-September 2024, he visited me with a new concern: his fellow colleagues made him worried about his physical appearance, commenting that he looked pale and weak. In view of his family history of type-2 diabetes, I requested him for blood works including Complete Blood Counts (CBC) and HbA1c tests.
Further Visit and Clinical Observations: In the first week of October 2024, Mr. S. revisited me without having considered the advised lab investigation. He felt significant anxiety, suspecting that his lab tests might reveal a serious health issue. He insisted on receiving homeopathic treatment without lab investigation. Surprisingly, Mr. S. always came to my clinic wearing a face mask, despite the fact that there was no ongoing respiratory infection outbreaks. This observation was a clear indication that he had a heightened fear of disease or contamination. Moreover, he was reluctant to engage in handshaking—that is a common social norm in our society. It further pointed out to an underlying health anxiety. Considering these concerns, I agreed to prescribe medicine for three days on the provided he would get the tests done and bring the reports at his next visit.
Lab Findings and Assessment: Mr. S. returned with his lab reports on 6 October 2024. His blood counts indicated slight anemia, with a slightly low level of hemoglobin (12.3 g/dL). His HbA1c was 6.2%, that is, the pre-diabetic range.
Case Analysis and Homeopathic Approach: A comprehensive case-taking was followed, and both his physical health and his pronounced psychological symptoms were considered, like fear of impending disease, fear of infection, and social anxiety. His state of mind reflecting significant anxiety and a deep-seated fear of infection was evident from his persistent use of a face mask and reluctance to handshakes. A constitutional homeopathic remedy was selected as per his constitutional profile, considering both his physical state and mental symptoms. He was also prescribed tissue salts to support his hemoglobin levels. Necessary lifestyle changes including diet and stress management were recommended.
Follow-Up and Results: On 6 November 2024,
Mr. S. revisited my clinic with repeat lab tests. His HbA1c was improved to 5.3%, and hemoglobin increased to 13.8 g/dL. He also experienced a significant improvement in his physical, emotional, and mental well-being, with more energy and less anxiety. He was more relaxed about his health, ultimately reducing his dependence on the face mask and feeling more open to social interactions, including handshakes.
Further Management: Although he did not have any symptoms related to his slight thrombocytopenia, I administered a straight dose of 200 potency during his clinic visit. Previous medication was replaced with placebo and advised to continue with less frequent repetition and to maintain his lifestyle modifications.
Conclusion: This case illustrates the holistic benefits of personalized homeopathic treatment addressing both the physical and mental/emotional aspects of patient’s health. The improved lab tests and overall well-being, associated with a decline in his health anxiety and increasing comfort in social interactions, explain the effectiveness of a holistic homeopathic approach. As expected, some may argue that the improved lab tests and patient’s health were coincidental, Mr. S.’s experience exhibits the profound impact of personalized homeopathy in restoring physical and mental balance leading to holistic wellness.
