Authors

• Author Name : Harshita Kulshrestha Affiliation : PG Scholar, Department of Homoeopathic Materia Medica, Government Homoeopathic Medical College, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh- 462003. Author
• Author Name : Sindhu Suryawanshi Affiliation : Professor and HOD, Department of Homoeopathic Materia Medica, Government Homoeopathic Medical College, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh- 462003. Author
• Author Name : Ankit Srivastava  Affiliation : Medical Officer (AYUSH Department), Government of Madhya Pradesh, India. Author

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Abstract

Introduction: Tinea corporis, also known as “ringworm” is a superficial dermatophyte infection of the skin. Tinea corporis is mostly caused by dermatophytes belonging to one of the three genera, namely, Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton. The standard treatment of tinea corporis is with topical antifungals medications.

Aim and objective: To study the role of individualized constitutional Homoeopathic medicine in case of Tinea corporis.

Case Presentation: This article details a case of 26 year-old male who presented with Eruptions on Arms, axilla and chest since 1 month. There was severe pruritis along with Smarting and burning sensation after scratching. On Examination of the skin eruptions, it was found that they had Erythematous edges with central clearing (Tinea Corporis).

Basis of prescription: The final selection for prescription was the Homoeopathic medicine Sepia Officinalis, which is prepared from liquid obtained from the Ink Bag of the Cuttlefish, which was prescribed in 200 CM Potency after reviewing the Materia medica.

Result: Significant improvement was observed throughout the follow ups. The patient experienced marked relief in itching. The eruptions got better, scaling reduced. The patient was feeling better in the mental sphere as well. The Dermatology life Quality Index (DLQI) And Depression Anxiety Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21), statistical scales were used to assess the treatment's effectiveness, which also indicated considerable improvement following the treatment.

Conclusion: This case demonstrates that a carefully selected constitutional Homoeopathic remedy prescribed on the basis of the indicating totality of symptoms is effective and significant in cure of the patient of Tinea corporis.