An 11-year-old boy from Kandivali, Mumbai consulted Life Force Homeopathy, Borivali for chronic urticaria since March 2023. He had recurrent hives, severe itching, redness, heat sensation, and swelling, with episodes sometimes associated with cold and cough. With individualized homeopathic treatment and regular follow-ups, the frequency and severity of urticaria episodes reduced, antihistamine dependence decreased, and stability was maintained from August 2025 onwards.
Chronic Urticaria in an 11-Year-Old Improved With Homeopathic Treatment
Table of Contents
- 01. Patient Snapshot
- 02. What is Urticaria?
- 03. Chronic Urticaria Symptoms in This Case
- 04. Possible Urticaria Causes and Triggers
- 05. Case Evaluation at Life Force Homeopathy
- 06. Follow-Up and Progress
- 07. Result Summary
- 08. Doctor’s Insight
- 09. Finding Long-Term Relief from Chronic Urticaria at Life Force Homeopathy
- 10. Conclusion
Mast H.N. (Patient ID: 55963), an 11-year-old school-going boy from Kandivali, Mumbai, consulted Life Force Homeopathy Clinic, Borivali, Mumbai branch, for urticaria (hives) treatment.
He had been suffering from recurrent urticaria since March 2023. The first episode started during a cruise trip to Japan, where he developed extensive skin eruptions. Later, the episodes continued to recur and affected the entire body.
His complaints included large red wheals, intense itching, marked redness, heat sensation, and swelling. Steroid medicines had helped temporarily, but the relief was short-lasting, and the episodes kept coming back.
With individualized homeopathy treatment, regular follow-ups, and gradual reduction in antihistamine dependence, his urticaria episodes became less frequent and better controlled.
Patient Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
| Patient ID | Mast H.N. – 55963 |
| Age | 11 Years |
| Gender | Male |
| Location | Kandivali, Mumbai |
| Clinic | Life Force Homeopathy Clinic, Borivali, Mumbai Branch |
| Condition | Chronic Urticaria |
| Duration | Since March 2023 |
| Main Complaints | Hives, itching, redness, heat sensation, swelling |
| Associated Complaint | Recurrent cold and cough |
What is Urticaria?
Urticaria, commonly called hives, is a skin condition where raised, itchy wheals appear on the skin. These eruptions may come suddenly and may last for a few hours or days.
When urticaria keeps recurring for more than six weeks, it is called chronic urticaria. In some cases, no fixed trigger is found, and the condition may behave like chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Chronic Urticaria Symptoms in This Case
The child had the following chronic urticaria symptoms:
- Large red wheals over the body
- Severe itching
- Marked redness
- Heat sensation over the skin
- Episodes of swelling
- Swelling around the lips and eyes during severe episodes
- Recurrent flare-ups
- Episodes linked at times with cold and cough
No consistent food or environmental trigger was clearly identified.
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Possible Urticaria Causes and Triggers
Urticaria causes may vary from person to person. Common triggers may include infections, stress, certain foods, temperature changes, environmental exposure, and immune-related factors.
In this child’s case, the doctors considered:
- Chronicity since March 2023
- Recurrent cold and cough episodes
- Severe itching and redness
- Heat sensation
- Angioedema-like swelling
- Recurrence after stopping antihistamines
- Family history of hyperthyroidism and diabetes
- Overall physical and emotional profile
Case Evaluation at Life Force Homeopathy
At Life Force Homeopathy, Borivali, the child’s case was studied in detail. The doctors evaluated his urticaria pattern, intensity of itching, swelling episodes, recurrence frequency, associated cold and cough, food cravings, family history, and temperament.
He was active, talkative, friendly, and energetic. He enjoyed cycling and basketball and had good concentration in studies. He was expressive but could get irritated when interrupted or contradicted.
After detailed evaluation by Dr. Rajesh Shah, he was prescribed individualized homeopathic medicines, including Carcinosin 30 and research-based homeopathic medicines.
This case may also be relevant to patients seeking treatment for chronic and recurring skin conditions in Kandivali, Borivali, and nearby areas. Patients can consult Life Force Homeopathy online or visit the clinic for an in-person consultation.
Follow-Up and Progress
| Date | Progress |
| 15 December 2024 | One severe episode occurred with redness, itching, large wheals, and heat sensation. It settled in 2 to 3 days with conventional medicine. He was taking Bilastine 10 mg daily. |
| 12 February 2025 | No urticaria episodes since November 2024. He continued Bilastine 20 mg daily. |
| 26 March 2025 | After stopping Bilastine 20 mg for 15 days, relapse occurred with rashes, itching, and redness on hands, legs, back, and face. |
| 10 May 2025 | Episodes occurred every 1 to 1.5 months, lasting 5 to 6 days. One severe episode involved swelling of lips and eyes and improved with Bilastine 20 mg. Episodes were often linked with cold and cough. |
| 17 June 2025 | Improvement noted. No urticaria episodes since the previous visit. A short cold and cough episode was managed separately. |
| August 2025 onwards | The child remained stable and free from urticaria episodes with homeopathic treatment. |
Result Summary
Over the treatment period, the child experienced:
- Reduction in frequency of urticaria episodes
- Reduction in severity of itching and redness
- Shorter duration of attacks
- Better control of swelling episodes
- Gradual reduction in antihistamine dependence
- Long-term stability from August 2025 onwards
- Improved daily comfort
Results may vary depending on duration, severity, triggers, associated infections, immune response, and treatment consistency.
Doctor’s Insight
Chronic urticaria in children requires careful evaluation beyond visible hives. In this case, the symptoms of chronic urticaria, recurrence pattern, tendency to develop colds and coughs, swelling episodes, heat sensation, family history, and overall constitution helped guide the treatment.
The gradual reduction in the frequency and severity of attacks, along with reduced dependence on antihistamines, indicated steady improvement in long-term symptom control.
Finding Long-Term Relief from Chronic Urticaria at Life Force Homeopathy
People seeking treatment for chronic urticaria can visit Life Force, a well-known homeopathy clinic in Borivali, Mumbai. The clinic provides personalized homeopathic treatment for chronic urticaria and various other skin conditions. With over 40 years of experience, Life Force has treated patients across India and worldwide.
You can also take the Assessment Test to understand the possible scope of improvement in your case.
Conclusion
This case of an 11-year-old boy from Kandivali, Mumbai, shows how chronic urticaria improved with individualized homeopathic treatment at Life Force Homeopathy clinic, Borivali.
The child had severe recurrent hives, itching, redness, heat sensation, and swelling. Over time, the frequency and severity of attacks reduced, antihistamine dependence decreased, and long-term stability was maintained from August 2025 onwards.
The case highlights the importance of individualized assessment, regular follow-ups, and consistent treatment in selected chronic urticaria cases.
