A 26-year-old patient from Pune, Master. A. S. (PIN: 43836) started treatment from Life Force Homeopathy for his complaints of nephrotic syndrome on 11th June 2020.  He was suffering from nephrotic syndrome almost for 1 year. He had experienced the first episode of nephrotic syndrome 1 year back. He was on steroids for 1 year and […]

26-Year-Old Patient with Nephrotic Syndrome Achieved Long-Term Stability and Became Steroid-Free with Homeopathy

26-year-old patient from Pune, Master A.S. (PIN: 43836), began treatment at Life Force Homeopathy on 11th June 2020 for his complaints of Nephrotic Syndrome. He had developed the condition a year earlier and had been on a year-long steroid course, which initially provided relief. However, he again noticed protein leakage in the urine along with mild facial swelling, indicating a relapse. Understanding the recurring nature of the condition, he opted to start homeopathic treatment parallel to steroids. Case Details Physical Generals Appetite: Average Thirst: Average Perspiration: Profuse, especially on palms and soles Sleep: Disturbed Psychological Profile The patient, a student, was anxious about his health and future. His inability to perform daily activities as before contributed to his stress. Past & Family History Past: Right knee ligament repair Family history: Strong history of Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension on the maternal side Treatment at Life Force After evaluating the case in detail, Dr. Rajesh Shah prescribed research-based, individualized homeopathic medicines along with dietary guidelines. Follow-Ups and Progress Timeline 24th July 2020 Overall improvement No new episodes Urine protein: Negative Facial swelling reduced Continued on steroids Condition stable 8th September 2020 Increased urine protein loss Same steroid dose continued Medicines modified as per new developments 24th November 2020 Urine protein loss persisted but was well-controlled with steroids + homeopathy 5th March 2021 Began tapering steroids Protein loss improving 20th April 2021 Completely off steroids Protein loss remained the same but managed entirely with homeopathy 19th June 2021 Further reduction in protein loss Steroid-free for 5–6 months Condition stable 1st August 2021 Stable with nil to 1+ protein loss, on homeopathy alone 9th September 2021 50% improvement Protein loss reduced to nil/trace levels No steroids 14th November 2021 Steroid-free for 10 months Condition stable with homeopathy 12th January 2022 No protein loss Continued homeopathy 13th March 2022 70% overall improvement Steroid-free for over a year No protein leakage 21st May 2022 Stable No protein loss Steroid-free for nearly 1.5 years 31st July 2022 Completely fine clinically No cold/coryza episodes 75–80% overall improvement 28th September 2022 Mild protein traces after acute cold & cough Controlled well with homeopathy alone 27th November 2022 Occasional trace protein No triggering infections Condition stable The patient continues treatment at Life Force. The family expressed great satisfaction with the sustained improvement and the fact that he could completely discontinue steroids safely. Conclusion This case demonstrates that homeopathy can play a significant role in managing Nephrotic Syndrome by: Reducing the frequency and severity of relapses Shortening episode duration Providing long-term stability Helping patients gradually reduce and eliminate steroid dependence Offering a safe and natural treatment option without adverse effects Homeopathy, when administered under expert guidance, proves to be a valuable approach in managing chronic and recurring conditions like Nephrotic Syndrome.

A 26-year-old patient from Pune, Master. A. S. (PIN: 43836) started treatment from Life Force Homeopathy for his complaints of nephrotic syndrome on 11th June 2020. 

He was suffering from nephrotic syndrome almost for 1 year. He had experienced the first episode of nephrotic syndrome 1 year back. He was on steroids for 1 year and was better. However, the protein leakage was noticed again in the last few days. A mild swelling had developed on his face. The patient understood that it was a recurring condition so, along with steroids, he also started with homeopathic treatment.

Physical Generals:

The patient had an average appetite. His thirst for water was average. He used to have profuse perspiration, particularly on his palms and soles. His sleep was disturbed.

Psychological Make-Up:

The patient was a student. He was worried about his health and future things. He was worried about his inability to do things that previously he was doing.

Self and Family’s Medical History:

He was operated on for a right knee ligament tear in the past. He had a strong history of Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension on his maternal side of the family.

At Life Force:

After studying the case in detail, Dr. Shah prescribed some of his research-based homeopathic medicines along with dietary tips to the patient.

First followup:

On 24th July 2020, the patient reported that he was overall better with the medicines. He did not experience any episodes after he started following the homeopathic treatment. His urine protein was negative. The swelling on his face was less than before. He had continued steroids dose and the patient was stable.

Second followup

On 8th September 2020, the patient updated that he had an increased loss of urine protein. The patient was still on the same dose of steroids. After a thorough analysis, Dr. Shah prescribed his research medicines to the patient.

Third followup

On 24th November 2020, the patient updated that his urine protein loss had further increased but was managed with steroids along with homeopathy.

Fourth followup

On 5th March 2021, the patient updated that he had started tapering off the steroid dose, and his protein loss in urine was reducing.

Fifth followup

On 20th April 2021, the patient updated us that he was completely off the steroids and his protein loss in urine was still the same, but the condition was managed only with homeopathy.

Sixth followup

On 19th June 2021, the patient updated us that his protein loss was further reduced and his condition was managed well solely with homeopathy. The use of steroids was stopped for the last 5-6 months.

Seventh followup

On 1st August 2021, the patient updated that he was stable with no urine protein loss to 1+ protein loss and was solely following homeopathy treatment.

Eighth followup

On 9th September 2021, the patient updated that he was almost 50% better. The patient’s condition was only managed solely with homeopathy. He was having nil to 1+ protein loss.

Ninth followup

On 14th November 2021, the patient informed us that he was stable. The steroids were stopped almost 10 months back and his condition was managed solely with Homeopathy.

Tenth followup

On 12th January 2022, the patient updated that he was stable. There was no protein loss and he was following homeopathy only.

Eleventh followup

On 13th March 2022, the patient updated that he was around 70% better. The steroids were stopped over a year back and there was no protein loss at all. He was following our homeopathy only.

Twelth followup

On 21st May 2022, the patient was stable solely with homeopathy. No protein loss was observed and he was off the steroids for over nearly 1.5 years now.

Thirteenth followup

On 31st July 2022, the patient was completely fine with homeopathic medicines. No episode of cold, coryza or protein loss had occurred. Overall, the patient was 75-80% better.

Fourteenth followup

On 28th September 2022, the patient reported traces of protein loss after an episode of acute cold and cough. However, it was still well-managed solely with homeopathy.

Fifteenth followup

On 27th November 2022, the patient reported traces of protein loss in urine sometimes but there were no episodes of cold. His condition was managed well with Homeopathic medicines only.

The patient is still under treatment at Life Force Homeopathy. His parents and family are extremely grateful to Dr. Shah Sir and the entire team for the improvement that they got to see in their son’s health. They thanked Dr. Shah for helping him get rid of steroids and other medications during the treatment course at Life Force Homeopathy.

Conclusion:

This case highlights that homeopathy works effectively in reducing the frequency of episodes of Nephrotic Syndrome. Homeopathy reduces the duration of subsequent episodes. It also helps reduce the severity of episodes. Homeopathy can reduce and eliminate steroid dependency in patients. Homeopathy treats nephrotic syndrome in patients effectively and safely without any adverse effects.