BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA AND HOMOEOPATHIC TREATMENT: CASE STUDY WITH OF A 64 YEARS OLD PATIENT

Main Author: Nayak C, Hati AK , Dash SK, Paital B
Format: Article
Bahasa: eng
Terbitan: , 2017
Subjects:
BPH
USG
Online Access: https://zenodo.org/record/1129396
Daftar Isi:
  • Benign Prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a nodular hyperplasia, in which there is enlargement of the gland due to the formation of one or more nodules. Case report presented here is a diagnosed case of BPH having grade IV prostatomegaly on USG. Patient presented with the complaint of thin and feeble stream of urine along with frequent urination and sudden urging for urination Patient was treated with homoeopathic medication (constitutional medicine followed by organ remedy) and assessed with the help of ultrasonography, International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS)& Uroflowmetry which showed significant improvement. Thus, homeopathic treatment can reduce urinary frequency, improve urine flow and reduce the size of enlarged prostate. Keywords: Homoeopathy, BPH, uroflowmetry, USG, IPSS questionnaire, constitutional medicine, Hydrangea arborescens