Homeopathy Offers A Good Recovery From Herpes Simplex
A 48-years-old male, Mr. G.A.D. (PIN: 40568) consulted at Life Force on 2nd July 2019 for his complaint of Herpes simplex. He was suffering from this complaint for the last one year. His HSV antibody test was positive. It was diagnosed accidentally in a routine check-up. The viral infection had affected his tongue. At the time of consultation, he had a few symptoms, such as burning sensation, cracks, and white discoloration along the edges of the tongue. But, no ulcers were observed. For his complaint, he had taken conventional medicine. Now, for total recovery, he wanted to start the homeopathic medicine for herpes simplex.
Before knowing the other details of the case, we should know about herpes simplex disease. It is a viral infection resulting from herpes simplex virus. In it, painful sores or blisters, fever, muscle aches, and pain, etc. are common symptoms. In oral herpes, painful sores can appear on lips, gums, tongue, the roof of the mouth, and inside the cheeks.
Along with it, he was suffering from frequent cough and obesity. The frequent cough was bothering him for the last 5-6 years. Its frequency was once in two months. He had taken conventional medicine during the episode.
He was a non-vegetarian with a craving for sweets. His appetite was average. His water intake, bladder and bowel functions, and sleep all were normal. Thermally, he was hot.
He was in the sales department of a renowned company. His wife was a banker. His son was 13 years old, and his daughter was 3 years old.
The patient was short-tempered and irritable. He was mostly stressed due to his job. He was aggressive. He was a sport-person and loved to play cricket.
In his family, his mother was suffering from hypertension and osteoporosis. His father had cancer. And, his grandparents were diabetic. In his past medical history, he suffered from chickenpox and ligament injury of the ankles.
Based on his case details, Dr. Shah prescribed his research-based molecule to the patient. He was also given individualized diet instructions for a quick recovery.
Follow-Ups:
On his first follow-up on 14th August 2019, he informed a good improvement in his relief in all symptoms. His relief in burning, cracks, and white discoloration of the tongue was 40% better. In his medical reports, his vitamins were low so he has advised the vitamin supplements.
After a few months on 3rd January 2020, when he gave his follow-up, his relief from the symptoms had improved a lot. The relief in all his symptoms was showing 75% improvement. The burning sensation of the tongue had reduced a lot, and he could eat comfortably. The frequency and intensity of frequent cough had also reduced.
On 18th April 2020, when he gave his follow-up, he was getting better with every passing month. He was not facing any major symptoms for the last 2-3 months.
In June 2020, he gave his feedback and informed us that he had not faced any complaints in the last three months. He was no more suffering from the pain, burning, and cracks on the tongue. So, as he experienced a total recovery, he was advised to stop the treatment and was given a few dietary to follow.
Conclusion:
This case highlights that Homeopathy offers a great relief in herpes simplex in just a few months effectively and safely without any side-effects.
-Written by Dr. Priyanka A., Associate doctor to Dr. Rajesh Shah