A 12-Year-Old Boy Overcomes IBS with Life Force Homeopathy

Master R.K., a 12-year-old boy, came to the Life Force Homeopathy Thane branch on 10 September 2024 with PIN 55572 with a year-long struggle with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). His parents shared their concern—he had been passing stool four times a day, mostly after meals. His stools were solid, yet he often noticed undigested food particles in them. The child frequently complained of bloating and excessive gas, which made him uncomfortable, especially after eating. His digestion seemed delicate, and his confidence was slowly affected by the frequent trips to the washroom. He also has had atopic dermatitis since one month of age; his parents finally decided to seek homeopathic care from Life Force, hoping for a long-term and natural solution.

Life Force Homeopathy aims to correct the root cause of the disorder and restore normal digestive balance. At Life Force, under the care of Dr. Rajesh Shah, the approach to IBS is scientific, holistic, and individualized.
The treatment is based on the understanding that IBS is not merely a gut disorder, but also involves a mind-gut connection—influenced by stress, emotions,
and dietary factors. Dr. Rajesh Shah prescribed a homeopathic medicine best suited to the individual’s overall physical and emotional makeup, and regular follow-ups were taken.
Follow-up on 26th October 2024:
After starting homeopathic treatment, the initial weeks brought slight changes. The boy began to pass stool three times a day instead of four. The stools were now well-formed, though bloating and flatulence still bothered him. His parents noticed the first signs of improvement and felt hopeful.

Follow-up on 20th December 2024:
Within two months, the progress became more visible. His bowel movements reduced to two to three times a day, and he no longer experienced frequent bloating or excessive gas. Occasionally, some mucus appeared in his stool, but overall, he was 30% better. His appetite improved, and he started feeling lighter and more active.

Follow up on 16th March 2025:
By March, the boy maintained steady progress. He passed stool two to three times daily, with less mucus and gas than before. However, he still felt a slight urge to pass stool after eating and had to wait for a few minutes before it happened. Despite this, his parents were happy to see their child improving without any allopathic medicines.

Follow up on 6th May 2025:
Gradually, his bowel habits stabilized. His stools were well-formed, passed two to three times daily, and no longer contained undigested food particles. Occasionally, a little mucus was seen, and flatulence persisted mildly, but overall, he was much more comfortable.

Follow-up on 9th July 2025:
By mid-year, his flatulence had reduced notably, and his stool remained consistent and well-formed. Mucus appeared only occasionally, and there were no episodes of bloating. The improvement was steady and encouraging.

Follow up on 13th August 2025:
The child continued doing well. He was active, cheerful, and comfortable after meals. His bloating had completely stopped, and flatulence was rare. His bowel movements were regular — two to three times a day — and he was visibly healthier and more confident.

Follow up on 16th October 2025:
After almost a year of Homeopathic treatment, the boy was 70% better overall. He now passed stool mostly twice a day, with occasional mucus or gas. Bloating had
disappeared completely. Only after eating sweet corn did some undigested particles appear in his stool, which his parents noted as a mild and infrequent occurrence.
Conclusion :
This case beautifully demonstrates how gentle, individualized Homeopathic treatment can bring long-term relief in chronic digestive disorders like IBS, even in children, without any side effects.

• Case study written by Dr. Deepa Chandroth, an associate doctor to Dr. Rajesh Shah, MD (Hom.).