Homeopathy Helps Odisha Teacher Avoid Surgery for Vocal Cord Nodule

Vocal cord nodules are benign growths that form on the vocal cords. It usually develops due to chronic abuse of the voice over time, such as straining, yelling, and frequent singing. Ongoing friction between the vocal cords creates callous-like growths.

A 52-year-old female patient with a vocal cord nodule (Patient ID: 46062) was reported at the Life Force Malleswaram branch on August 19, 2021. She has been dealing with this problem for two years. Her symptoms were hoarseness of voice, throat pain that was made worse by talking, difficulty speaking for extended periods, and recurrent episodes of colds, and she was recommended for surgery by her ENT specialist. She also had hypertension.

Upon initial consultation, a comprehensive case history was taken, focusing on physical and mental state. 

Physical generals:

The patient had a vegetarian diet, an average appetite, desired sour foods like cucumber, curd, and tamarind, and had an average thirst. She didn’t have any urine complaints; however, she complained of hard stools for which she had to strain while passing the stools, and she had developed piles. She had a sound sleep schedule. 

Family History and Background:

She was a teacher by profession and lived by herself with her daughter. Two years ago, her husband passed away.

Her mother had diabetes and liver problems. Also, her elder brother had diabetes. 

Mental State:

She was a very gentle, mild person who conveyed her feelings well. She was quiet and reserved, especially after the death of her husband. The patient had a happy childhood with a loving family. However, she experienced stress in her family life after marriage, worrying about her children and her future. 

Upon reviewing her comprehensive case history, Dr. Shah prescribed CARCINOSIN-30 

Follow-ups:

When the patient gave her first follow-up on October 13, 2021, two months after starting medication, her hoarse voice and straining were stable, and no remarkable improvement was seen. The medications were continued to see any further changes.

After four months, on December 15, 2021, the patient was 20% better; the hoarseness and dry throat were a little bit better, and the pain in the throat when straining persisted. 

On 21st April 2022, the patient felt better overall, with less dryness and hoarseness.

By 23rd August 2022, overall her voice was hoarse and stable. 

23rd February 2023, the patient was better, but the hoarseness of voice, pain, and difficulties swallowing are still present. 

By November 2, 2023, she was better and was able to use 45–60 minutes.

On 18th January 2024, significant improvement was seen in her condition; the hoarseness of her voice was better by 80-90%, dryness of throat and pain were also improved, and she was able to talk for up to one and a half hours at a stretch, which she was unable to do earlier. The patient’s professional life as a teacher improved significantly.

By 17th July 2024, she had an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, and her vocal cord was completely normal; no nodule was found. Her ENT surgeon was surprised at looking at the reports. 

The patient expressed her gratitude towards Dr. Shah and the entire Life Force team for their effective treatment of her vocal cord, which she suffered with for 2 years and got better completely without any surgery. 

Conclusion:

The aforementioned case demonstrates that there are other options for treating vocal cord nodules besides surgery. For vocal cord nodules, homeopathy turned out to be a safe, all-natural, and efficient alternative treatment.

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