Homeopathy Effective for Lifestyle Triggered Piles

A 54-year-old male teacher (Patient ID: 54606) inquired about his chronic complaints of piles on the 19th of May 2024. Hailing from Chhattisgarh, he inquired about homeopathic treatment by chatting with our doctor on our website and discussing it further. He was consulted on call and found to have been suffering from chronic piles for the last 4 years. He complained of a constant itching and pinching sensation in the anal region. He was diagnosed with grade I piles by his treating doctor.

Along with it, he had flatulence and gases with an offensive odor. The complaints increased in intensity whenever he had outside spicy or fried fatty food. He was using a homeopathic ointment, Aesculus, which provided temporary relief. When enquired further, he mentioned relocation five years ago due to job purposes and there had been drastic dietary changes and the prevalence of borewell water at his residence.

Associated illness:

Apart from piles, he had neck pain occasionally but was better when corrected with proper posture, exercises, and rest.

Past illness:

There was no significant history of any major illness in the past

Family illness:

His mother had gastritis and was stable after medications and diet changes.

Personal setup:

The patient was a teacher in school, and he also did organic farming. He lived with his wife and their daughter. All were involved in education 

and social work. The patient was naturally reserved, but he was hardworking and of a helping nature.

At Lifeforce:

This case was evaluated and prescribed by Dr. Shah, with sulphur being the homeopathic remedy. He has suggested a few investigations and some lifestyle and dietary changes. He was also guided regarding therapeutic measures for pain relief.

Follow-ups:

On the 19th of July 2024, the patient gave his first feedback. The complaints of itching and pinching at the anal region had reduced by 20-30%. He mentioned an episode of mild protruding piles when he had eaten spicy, fatty foods from outside the eatery. He was accordingly prescribed it for another eight weeks by Dr. Shah.

Meanwhile, his investigations were all within normal values. He was encouraged to have home-cooked meals and refrain from fried, fatty, spicy outside foods until he recovers. He was also encouraged to use sitz baths.

Later on the 29th of Sept 2024, the patient mentioned having no complaints. He was also following all the advice given regarding diet 

changes. Based on his feedback, Dr. Shah prescribed another eight weeks of medicine.

At the next follow-up on November 26th, 2024, the patient said he had no complaints regarding piles. He had one episode of undigested loose stools after eating some fried food at a marriage event. Based on his follow-up, Dr Shah prescribed him for another eight weeks.

During the next four to five months, the patient mentioned that he had no complaints and was much better. He was accordingly prescribed by Dr Shah.

Conclusions:

This case shows the efficacy of homeopathic medicines in chronic cases of piles. When administered in time, one can have a complete recovery, and further progression can also be prevented. 

Also to be noted, the patient had been taking our online treatment for the entire duration of his treatment, and not once had he visited. It shows the excellent success of online treatment provided by Dr. Shah for patients living far away and who could not visit.

- Written n by Dr. Varsha Honkalse, Associate doctor to Dr. Rajesh Shah MD (Hom)