From White Lesions to Clear Tongue A Case of Leukoplakia in a 27 Year Old Designer Treated At Life Force

Leukoplakia is a white patch in the mouth that cannot be rubbed or scraped off. The exact cause is not always known. It is often linked to tobacco or alcohol use. The patch is usually painless and can appear on the tongue, cheeks, or gums. Most cases are harmless, but some can turn serious if left untreated. A holistic homeopathic approach helps address the physical, emotional, and mental factors that may be contributing to the condition.

Case Study

A 27-year-old female patient (Patient ID: 55182) consulted at the Life Force Malleswaram branch on 30th July 2024 with complaints of leukoplakia. Her symptoms started 2 years ago, with white patches appearing intermittently on the dorsal and lateral surfaces of the tongue. The surface felt rough to the touch. She occasionally experienced burning pain, especially after consuming spicy food.

The patient had previously taken conventional treatments, including antifungal medications, steroids, and multivitamins, but reported no significant improvement. There was no strong or obvious causative factor found, but she revealed increased stress, irregular sleep patterns, and a sudden shift to a vegan diet in 2023—after which her symptoms started.

A detailed case history was taken during the first consultation, with a focus on her physical condition, mental state, lifestyle changes, and stress levels to guide the individualized homeopathic treatment plan.

Physical generals:

The patient turned vegan in 2023. Her appetite was average, with a marked craving for sweets.

There were no urinary complaints. Bowel movements were satisfactory.

Her sleep was disturbed, mainly due to work-related stress and irregular hours.

She had perspiration on the soles and palms. She was intolerant of cold.

Her skin and hair were noticeably dry.

Family History and Background:

The patient is a designer by profession.

Her father is a businessman, her mother is a homemaker, and she has one younger brother who is currently studying.

Medical family history revealed that her father has a history of hypertension and high cholesterol.

Her mother suffers from eczema.

Her brother has eczema and allergic rhinitis.

Mental generals:

The patient is emotionally stressed and not very expressive about her feelings. She inclines toward spirituality and turned vegan about a year ago as part of her spiritual practice. She lived in London for a few years due to work, during which her sleep patterns and eating habits were disturbed. 

She experienced significant mental stress related to her job; she was a workaholic and very disciplined. She also has anxiety related to her health.

She was prescribed the homeopathic medicine phosphorus by Dr. Shah for her gastritis complaints.

Follow-ups:

11.10.2024: On her first follow-up, tongue patches became lighter. No new spots appeared, and there was no pain or burning sensation.

On 13.12.2024, white spots on the tongue reduced further, up to 40-50%. Some spots are very light; a few remain but are minimal.

09.02.2025: White spots on the tongue further reduced; no new spots seen. Old spots are healing. No burning and pain. She also started treatment for migraine from us, which she had since childhood. 

On 25.6.2025, white lesions on the tongue reduced by approximately 75%. The patient was happy with the improvement in her migraine symptoms as well. 

She expressed his gratitude towards Dr. Shah and the entire Life Force team for their effective treatment. 

Conclusion:

This case highlights the successful management of oral leukoplakia using a holistic homeopathic approach. The individualized treatment, addressing physical symptoms as well as mental and emotional factors, resulted in significant improvement over time, with a 75% reduction in white lesions and relief from discomfort. 

• Case study written by Dr. Shweta R., an associate to Dr. Rajesh Shah, MD (Hom)