Case of Asthma
Patient: 10-year-old boy
Chief Complaint: Continuous cough and cold for the past two months. The episode typically began with running nose and sneezing, followed by cough leading to breathlessness. The present episode started after an episode of stomach flu. During the attack, the child experienced gasping respiration. He was diagnosed with asthma at the age of 4 years and had been taking Pulmicort almost regularly, as and when required.
General Symptoms:
- Appetite: Complete loss of appetite for the past two months
- Desires: Sweets and ketchup
- Thirst: Drinks only 2–3 glasses of water per day
- Bowel: Regular
- Past History: Recurrent coughs and colds, frequent ear infections and tonsillitis
Mental and Emotional State: The child was short-tempered and irritable by nature. He often did not listen to his mother and would answer back, sometimes shouting or shrieking. He was obstinate, yet sociable—he mixed easily with people and was confident about himself. He tended to be careless, restless, and loved playing tricks on others. The child was irritable, desired company, and had a weeping tendency when reprimanded or misunderstood.
Treatment and Follow-Up: Treatment was started with an approach, considering the living conditions (residing in a basement) and the totality of symptoms. Homeopathic medicine was prescribed—one dose once a week for four weeks. After 15 days, the mother reported that the breathlessness was improving. After one month, the child felt much better and had not needed Pulmicort since starting homeopathic treatment. He continued to experience only occasional mild cough and cold, with steady overall improvement in health. The mother remained in touch for follow-ups, reporting that the child did not suffer from any asthmatic episode thereafter.
Conclusion: This case illustrates the effectiveness of individualized homeopathic treatment in a chronic case of childhood asthma. The patient showed marked improvement in respiratory health, immunity, and emotional stability, and was able to discontinue dependence on conventional inhalers. Homeopathy not only addressed the acute symptoms but also worked on the constitutional and miasmatic levels, promoting long-term recovery and well-being.