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Research Paper | Homeopathy | India | Volume 9 Issue 11, November 2020 | Rating: 6.7 / 10
Efficacy of Homoeopathic Medicines in Cases of Acute Tonsillitis in Children
Dr Gurtej Kaur
Abstract: Acute Tonsillitis is affecting millions of children every year. Acute tonsillitis itself is usually not a grave condition but can lead to complications if left untreated. Homoeopathy can be used as a good alternative to the conventional methods in treating both acute and viral tonsillitis cases with early resolution of symptoms and reducing the chances of complications. Objective of the study is to analyze the effectiveness of prescribing similimum in different types of cases of acute tonsillitis in children. Result-In my study of 50 cases, 34 cases showed recovery that is 68 %, 9 cases showed improvement that is 18 %, and only 7 cases showed no relief that is 14 %. Most prescribed medicines were Belladonna, Merc sol, Hep sulph, Aconite etc. visual analogue scale both before and after the treatment was used to assess the intensity of changes in the symptoms felt by the patient. Conclusion-Present study showed significant results with recovery in 34 cases and improvement in 9 cases. Homoeopathic approach in treating cases of acute tonsillitis cases on the basis of individualization and totality of symptoms shows remarkable success. Homoeopathy was only not only successful in annihilating the disease but also prevent its reoccurrence and complications.
Keywords: Palatine tonsils, Acute Tonsillitis, Homoeopathy, viral, Bacterial
Edition: Volume 9 Issue 11, November 2020,
Pages: 354 - 355