Beyond Hormones A Hypothyroidism Journey to Thyroid Recovery
Mrs. R.S. (Patient ID: 53109), a 62-year-old homemaker from Hyderabad, India, sought online homeopathic treatment from LifeForce for her recently diagnosed underactive thyroid on 9th June 2024. Her thyroid dysfunction had been identified a month prior, on 9th May 2024, with a TSH value of 6.16, indicative of hypothyroidism.
She had been experiencing several distressing symptoms, including significant hair fall, weight gain, generalized swelling throughout the body, lethargy, dryness of the skin, constipation, and unrefreshing sleep. These symptoms collectively disrupted her well-being and daily routine. Despite being newly diagnosed, she opted against starting conventional thyroid hormone replacement therapy due to her strong faith in homeopathy.
Associated symptoms:
Apart from hypothyroidism, she was also taking treatment for her osteoarthritis & restless leg syndrome at lifeforce & was feeling better.
Family history:
Her father was suffering from diabetes mellitus & hypertension. Her mother was suffering from Osteoarthritis but there was no positive family history for underactive thyroid.
Personal details:
She lived a peaceful, stress-free life in Hyderabad with her husband, a retired government officer. She was a devoted homemaker and mother to two sons, both employed in multinational corporations. Her lifestyle was stable, with no significant emotional or physical stressors. There was no family history of thyroid disorders, though her father was a diabetic and managed his condition with conventional treatment.
At Life Force:
After a thorough evaluation of her case, she was also suggested certain dietary changes to support & help in her case. Dr. Rajesh Shah prescribed individualized homeopathic medicines tailored to her condition for an initial period of two months.
Follow-ups:
At her first follow-up on 25th August 2024, her TSH levels had reduced slightly from 6.16 to 5.65. Symptomatically, she reported a notable reduction in generalized swelling and constipation. However, lethargy and hair fall persisted, and she also complained of post-meal bloating. Based on this feedback, Dr. Rajesh shah prescribed the medicines for another two months.
By her second follow-up on 30th October 2024, her lethargy and swelling had further diminished. Although hair fall and bloating remained, they showed early signs of improvement. Encouraged by the response, Dr. Shah continued her homeopathic treatment & gave medicines for another two months.
Over the next four to five months, she experienced consistent and gradual improvement in her health. Her TSH levels came down significantly to 3.66, reaching within the normal range. Accompanying symptoms like hair fall, bloating, dryness of the skin, and fatigue also reduced steadily. Constipation and swelling were completely resolved, and her energy levels improved significantly.
By her final follow-up in May 2025, she expressed deep satisfaction with the outcome of the treatment. She reported complete resolution of her symptoms and was particularly pleased that she was able to avoid lifelong conventional medication.
Conclusion:
This case exemplifies the potential of individualized homeopathic treatment in managing early-detected underactive thyroid, especially in elderly individuals. With consistent follow-ups and tailored medicines, the patient not only achieved normal TSH levels but also experienced holistic improvement in her associated symptoms without resorting to conventional therapies.
- Case study written by Dr. Manali K, an associate Doctor to Dr. Rajesh Shah M.D (Hom.)