A 23-year-old male patient named M.V. (Registration number: ACU-04) visited Homeo Care Clinic on September 4, 2023, with the chief complaint of alopecia spots on the scalp since July 2022. Despite using Minoxidil serum regularly, he used to get new patches every 2–3 weeks.
Mental Causative Factor: The alopecia spots were first noticed when he scored really low on his exam, He developed fear related to his future, and after that, the first spot was seen by him.
PAST HISTORY :
He had tonsillitis in 2018.
FAMILY HISTORY:
Both of his parents had alopecia in their teens.
PHYSICAL GENERALS:
The patient’s appetite was good. He had a marked desire for nonvegetarian and fatty-rich food. He used to have frequent dreams of scoring less in exams or not preparing well for exams.
MENTAL ASSESSMENT:
On mental assessment, it was found that the patient was very stubborn, dominating, and highly ambitious. He wanted to be at least the CEO of any company by his 30s. He was a very workaholic and had a sarcastic nature. He was a money saver and always had a practical approach to everything. He was always punctual and a perfectionist.
CASE ANALYSIS :
After a detailed case analysis and taking her chief complaints, physical generals, and mental characteristics into consideration, a Nux Vomica 200 single dose was prescribed.
Follow Up :
14-10-2023
The patient turned in for the first follow-up after 40 days. He did not get any new patches till then. (Earlier, he used to get new patches every 2–3 weeks.) That means the progress of the disease was arrested.
02-12-2023
During his second visit, new hair started appearing in those alopecia spots. No new patches were noted.
09-02-2024
During his third visit, the alopecia spot was covered by 80%. No new patches were noted.
17-03-2024
At his fourth visit, alopecia was completely cured. There were no new spots noted since the first dose of medicine.
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Conclusion :
Homeopathy presents a promising alternative for those seeking a holistic approach to Alopecia Areata When administered at the correct time and in the correct potency, homeopathic remedies can help alleviate symptoms, address underlying causes, and support the body’s innate healing abilities.
