Similia Vol 34 No 1 – June 2021

Authors: Dr Nikhil Jamdar, Dr Seema Mahesh

Abstract

Introduction

Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is a common haematological disorder, characterised by decreased platelet count for no detectable cause. It can be self-limiting but can also become a chronic affliction.

Case report

We present the case of a 2-year-old child with ITP refractory to steroidal treatment. The case was managed with individualised classical homeopathy.  While the child improved, haematologically, more impressive was the return of strong acute infection, absent since the onset of ITP. This is in  accordance with the Levels of Health theory of George Vithoulkas and heralds a cure in the chronic disease.

Conclusions

There is need to investigate the role of classical homeopathy in ITP with large case studies. The phenomenon of correlation between acute  inflammation and chronic diseases needs to be investigated by immunological studies.

Keywords: Case report, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, homeopathy, personalised medicine, continuum theory, levels of health.