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Nocturnal Enuresis and Homeopathy: A Case Report
Context:
Bedwetting is a socially disruptive condition that can lower an individual's self-confidence. Bedwetting is quite common in school-going children and a close correlation has been observed between the mind and physical symptoms in many cases. Reassurance and relieving the anxiety in patients can help reduce the complaints. Nocturnal enuresis in a 9-year-old girl was treated with the constitutional approach to homeopathic medicine.
Objective:
This case was undertaken to assess the efficacy of individualized homeopathic medicine for managing nocturnal enuresis.
Case Summary:
A 9-year-old girl came with complaints of bedwetting for the past 1 year. It was noticed that she had lost her sister who was 5 years old. The patient was thirsty and thermally chilly. No change in bowel habits was noted. Sleep was disturbed in the first half of night due to involuntary urination. The patient had a craving for sweets and a strong aversion to milk. After a detailed analysis of the case, the homeopathic medicine Ignatia amara 30C was prescribed for 15 days, and satisfactory results were observed.
Result:
This case was successfully treated with the selected homeopathic medicine, preventing further complications.
Conclusion:
Further studies can be undertaken to assess the effectiveness of homeopathy in the management of nocturnal enuresis.
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