"Living Pain-Free: How Homeopathy Helped a 41-year-old Mother Defeat Varicose Veins"

Mrs. B. J., forty-one years old (Patient ID: 53905), started online treatment at the Life Force Homeopathy Chembur clinic on January 7, 2024. She presented with varicose veins that developed in May 2023. The condition manifested with weekly episodes of swelling, cramping pain, and heaviness in both legs, worsening with exertion. She occasionally experienced bluish bruises on her hands and legs. Her previous treatment included Tablet Dytor Plus 10 (spirolactone + torasemide) for ten days in June 2023. The patient sought medical attention primarily due to leg swelling, particularly concerning given her family history of filariasis.
The patient suffered from two associated complaints. She experienced bronchitis since January 2023, with monthly episodes lasting ten to fifteen days. Additionally, she had chronic acidity since 2014, which had intensified over the past year, occurring daily with significant bloating, flatulence, and periumbilical pain.
Regarding her general symptoms, the patient followed a vegetarian diet with an average appetite, showing no particular cravings or aversions. She exhibited increased thirst, consuming three to four liters daily. Thermally, she was predominantly chilly and experienced profuse perspiration, particularly on the face and forehead. Despite sleeping for six to seven hours, her sleep was unrefreshing. Her bowel movements were satisfactory, and menstrual cycles remained regular at twenty-two-day intervals.
The patient is a housewife who lives with her husband, who manages a business, and their two children—a son in seventh grade and a daughter in fourth grade. Her home environment is harmonious, and she reports a happy married life.
Family history revealed significant health concerns. Her paternal grandmother had suffered from filariasis, while her father and paternal grandfather had diabetes mellitus and cardiomyopathy.
Her past medical history included tuberculosis in 2021, for which she completed six months of conventional treatment. She also contracted COVID-19 in 2021 and had previously undergone homeopathic treatment for urticaria along with antihistamines.
Mentally, the patient presented as mild-mannered but showed irritability when her children didn''''t follow her instructions. She demonstrated good memory and intellectual functions.
Dr. Rajesh Shah (MD) studied the case in detail and prescribed homeopathic medicines based on the totality of symptoms.
Follow-up Analysis:
In the first follow-up, conducted on May 2, 2024, the patient showed initial improvement, with a 10% reduction in leg swelling and heaviness. However, she developed new symptoms of itching on her hands and legs for eight to ten days, with unknown aggravating factors.
For the second follow-up on July 13, 2024, marked improvement was noted, with 50% overall improvement. Swelling occurred only after prolonged standing and improved with leg elevation. The tortuous veins showed slight improvement, and the pain had subsided significantly.
During her third follow-up done on September 12, 2024, the patient reported significant improvement in pain, particularly after starting calcium supplementation. The frequency of episodes reduced considerably, with symptoms lasting only a few hours and finding relief with rest.
On November 6, 2024, for her fourth follow-up, despite increased activity during festival season, the patient maintained a 60-70% improvement. She had discontinued calcium supplements but maintained progress. Leg heaviness only occurred after prolonged standing and mild bruising from exertion resolved within two to three days.
In the latest follow-up done on January 22, 2025, the patient reported improvement with complete resolution of pain and swelling. Only mild leg heaviness persisted for one to two weeks due to exertion. No bruising was reported, and the cramps had resolved completely. 

Conclusion:
This case demonstrates the efficacy of homeopathic treatment in managing varicose veins and associated symptoms. Over a twelve-month treatment period, the patient progressed from experiencing weekly episodes of severe symptoms to achieving near-complete resolution of her condition. The case highlights how individualized homeopathic treatment can provide sustainable relief without dependency on conventional medications. The gradual but steady improvement pattern observed in this case is characteristic of deep-acting homeopathic treatment, resulting in long-lasting relief from chronic symptoms.
-Case study written by Dr. Nafisa D, Associate doctor to Dr. Rajesh Shah, MD (Hom)