Chronic subdural hematoma treated with homeopathic medicine Hamamelis virginica: A case report

J Ayurveda Integr Med. 2024 May-Jun;15(3):100928. doi: 10.1016/j.jaim.2024.100928. Epub 2024 May 24.

Abstract

Chronic Subdural Hematoma is a prevalent neurosurgical disorder associated with old age, often resulting from trauma. The condition has limited scope for conservative management, and invasive techniques are frequently used as preferred treatment. Complications often arise due to comorbidities associated with old age. This case details the treatment of the condition in a 71-year-old patient who presented with seizures, hemiparesis, tremor, and disorientation. The patient had a history of a fall a few weeks prior. Initially, the condition was managed through surgery, but recurrence occurred, accompanied by concurrent neurological signs. The patient was subsequently treated with Hamamelis virginica 200CH through homeopathic approach. Following this treatment, the patient returned to his previous state within seven days. No recurrence was observed during the three-month follow-up. This case underscores a positive role of homeopathic medicines in managing neurosurgical conditions such as subdural hematoma. The positive outcomes of this study provide preliminary evidence that may eventually contribute to the design of appropriate clinical trials.

Keywords: Case report; Hamamelis virginica; Homeopathy; Subdural hematoma.

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