Sneezing And Headaches No More With Homeopathy

Mrs. R.B. (Patient ID: 45990), a 45-year-old homemaker and mother of three, consulted Life Force Homeopathy at the Pimpri branch in August 2021 for complaints of allergic rhinitis that had been troubling her for the past 6 months. Her daily routine and personal comfort were significantly affected by frequent episodes of sneezing, nasal blockage, and headaches, which had intensified over the previous month. Despite taking both conventional and homeopathic treatment elsewhere, she saw no lasting relief and decided to seek expert help at Life Force.

At the time of her initial consultation, Mrs. R.B. reported multiple daily episodes of sneezing that occurred every 1–2 hours, each episode lasting 5–6 minutes and consisting of 5–6 sneezes at a time. Her symptoms had become more frequent and severe in the last month, progressing from 2–3 episodes per week to 8–10 episodes daily. She also complained of alternate nostril blockage during the day, mouth breathing at night, dull vertex headaches, dry cough alternating with bland coryza, and occasional redness and itching in the eyes.

The allergic episodes were primarily triggered by exposure to dust, pollen, and strong fragrances. Her medical history revealed a past episode of asthma 20 years ago, for which she had received homeopathic treatment and remained symptom-free ever since. She was also a known case of underactive thyroid (UAT) for over 12 years and was on Thyronorm 100 mcg daily.

Mrs. R.B. followed a mixed diet with an average appetite and good hydration (approximately 3 liters/day). She perspired mostly on her face and was thermally hot. Her bowel, urinary, and menstrual functions were normal. Her sleep was sound, and she preferred sleeping on her left side. She used tobacco occasionally, as evidenced by black streaks on her tongue.

Emotionally, she was described as obstinate, impulsive, and irritable, especially when lied to or contradicted. Anger often triggered physical symptoms such as sneezing. Despite her strong personality, she was social and preferred company. She enjoyed a happy and supportive family life with her husband, an industrial contractor, and her three children, the eldest of whom was pursuing a degree in homeopathy.

Past Treatments and Drug Dependency:

Before coming to Life Force, Mrs. R.B. had taken both conventional and homeopathic medicines for six months without sustained improvement. At the time of consultation, she was taking homeopathic medicine for 15 days and used Fexofenadine 180 mg occasionally (about once a week) for symptom relief.

Considering her strong allergic tendencies, chronicity of complaints, identifiable triggers, and emotional profile, Dr. Rajesh Shah prescribed a constitutional homeopathic remedy.

Follow Up and Treatment Progress:

22nd September 2021: Patient reported noticeable improvement. Sneezing had reduced to 2–3 times/day, and the intensity had lessened. Nose block with headache was occasional.

6th November 2021: Mild aggravation noted due to dust exposure during Diwali cleaning. The frequency of sneezing and nasal blockage temporarily increased.

22nd December 2021: Marked improvement observed. The patient reported 95% relief; sneezing occurred just 4–5 times per week, and other symptoms were stable.

February to September 2022: Continued stability. No major allergic episodes noted. One mild episode in July due to a weather change.

October to December 2022: Mild, short-lived relapses observed during weather changes. The patient required occasional fexofenadine.

January to May 2023: Maintained stability. Sneezing and a blocked nose occurred rarely, and energy levels remained good. By July, the patient reported 70% overall improvement with no allergic rhinitis episodes for 3 consecutive months.

September 2023 to March 2024: Continued remission. No attacks of allergic rhinitis noted for 5–7 months. Patient felt fresh, active, and free of drug dependency.

June 2024 to July 2025: Mrs. R.B. remained completely stable with no allergic episodes since March 2025. A single mild episode occurred in December 2024 due to cold weather, but it resolved quickly. She remained off antihistamines and maintained good general health.

Conclusion:

With continued and individualized homeopathic treatment, Mrs. R.B. achieved 85–90% long-term relief from chronic allergic rhinitis. She has remained symptom-free since March 2025, with no dependency on antihistamines. Her general health, energy levels, and quality of life have significantly improved, enabling her to manage her responsibilities with ease and confidence.

• Case study written by Dr. Mitali Singh, associate doctor to Dr. Rajesh Shah.