Effectiveness of Homeopathic Medicine in Molluscum Contagiosum: A Case Report

S N Sharma

doi:10.55544/jrasb.4.1.12

Authors

Dr. S. N. Sharma HOD, Department of Organon of Medicine and Homoeopathic Philosophy, Dr. M. P. K. Homoeopathic Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Homoeopathy University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, INDIA.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55544/jrasb.4.1.12

Keywords:

Homoeopathy, Molluscum Contagiosum, Sulphur

Abstract

Molluscum Contagiosum (MC) is a common viral skin infection caused by the Molluscum Contagiosum Virus (MCV), primarily affecting children, sexually active adults, and immunocompromised individuals. While MC is self-limiting, it may persist for months or even years, leading to secondary infections and cosmetic concerns. Conventional treatments, including cryotherapy and curettage, are often associated with pain and recurrence. Homeopathy, as an alternative approach, aims to stimulate the body's immune response for long-term resolution. This case study presents a 20-month-old female child diagnosed with MC, treated with individualized homeopathic remedies, primarily Sulphur, based on symptom totality. Over three months of treatment, there was a gradual improvement, with complete resolution of lesions and only residual pigmentation remaining. This case highlights the potential of homeopathy in managing MC effectively and painlessly, suggesting the need for further research to validate its role in dermatological conditions.

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