Similia Vol 36 No 2 – December 2023

Authors: Dimple Kirpalani, Dr Aaditi Lakshmana

Abstract

Speech delay is a common developmental concern affecting children worldwide, with various genetic, environmental and neurological factors  contributing to its occurrence. While early intervention is crucial for optimal outcomes, treating delayed speech can be very demanding and requires  intricate attention. In such cases, classical homeopathy may be used as an adjunct along to speech therapy. This case study recounts the successful  treatment of a four-year-old boy who had delayed speech development due to enlarged adenoids, using classical homeopathy. Despite limited  progress with speech therapy, the boy’s condition improved significantly after homeopathic treatment, eliminating the need for surgical intervention on the adenoids. The homeopath prescribed remedies that matched the boy’s specific symptoms and constitution, adhering to the classical  homeopathic principles. Over a few months of therapy, both speech and adenoid enlargement showed remarkable improvement, positively impacting  the child’s overall health and well-being. This case report highlights the potential benefits of homeopathic treatment in the management of  developmental disorders of speech and language in children. Further research is needed to fully explore the efficacy of classical homeopathy in treating this condition.

Keywords: Delayed speech, developmental disorders of speech and language, articulation disorders, adenoid hypertrophy, homeopathy, case report.