Homoeopathic Management of Atopic Dermatitis Using LM Potency: A Case Report

Abstract

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by pruritus, dry scaly lesions, and recurrent flares. Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is a common condition that causes swelling and irritation of the skin. ¹ It has many causes and often involves itchy, dry skin or a rash. Or it might cause the skin to blister, ooze, crust, or flake. Three common types of this condition are atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis and seborrheic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is also known as eczema. Dermatitis isn't contagious, but it can be very uncomfortable. Moisturizing regularly helps control the symptoms. A rising trend in AD has been observed in India also in last four decades. Psychological stress, exposure to cold or vibration may also trigger skin ailments. Case Summary: A 30 - year - old female presented with itching, dry, scaly eruptions on the cleft of toes for three years, worsened by scratching and at night, with burning and watery discharge. Based on the totality of symptoms and repertorisation, Sulphur in LM potency was prescribed. Follow - up showed progressive improvement, with complete relief of symptoms after two months. This case highlights the role of individualized homoeopathic management using LM potencies in chronic dermatological conditions. After homeopathic treatment of atopic dermatitis the eruptions started to dry up slowly, and in a span of month all his eruptions dried up and she started going back to her work properly.