ABSTRACT
Background: Secondary infertility is a common presentation among women with Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD), hormonal dysfunction, and tubal pathology. Despite advancements in reproductive medicine, many women either fail to conceive or prefer non-invasive treatment options.
This case report documents a successful conception and full-term pregnancy in a patient with secondary infertility of 7 years, PCOD, proximal tubal block, and a history of abortion—managed exclusively with individualised homoeopathic treatment.
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Case Summary:
A 28-year-old female presented in January 2017 with 7 years of secondary infertility, a history of abortion 4 years earlier, early menses with clots, intolerable back pain > eating, burning urination, emotional sensitivity, and anxiety of being alone.
HSG reported right tube patent and left proximal tubal block. Ultrasound showed PCOD with a dominant follicle. Based on constitutional and psychological totality—sensitive nature, irritability, weakness, nausea, frightful sleep, fear of strangers—Nux vomica 200 was prescribed in repeated short courses.
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Results: Within 2 months, the patient conceived naturally. Ultrasound confirmed a single viable intrauterine pregnancy of 10 weeks. Follow-ups at 4 months, 6 months, and 7 months demonstrated normal fetal growth, stable vitals, improvement in nausea, and weight gain.
No complications or hospitalisation were required. Delivery was uneventful, and a healthy male child was born in March 2018. Both mother and child remained healthy during follow-up.
Conclusion: This case demonstrates that individualised homoeopathic treatment can be a safe, non-hormonal, and successful option for women with secondary infertility associated with PCOD and tubal block. Further controlled studies are recommended.
INTRODUCTION
Secondary infertility affects 15–20% of married couples in India. PCOD, hormonal disturbances, stress, and tubal block are common etiological factors. Conventional treatment usually involves hormonal therapy, ovulation induction, IUI or IVF, with significant financial burden and side effects.
Homoeopathy aims to treat the root cause by addressing hormonal balance, emotional stress, and systemic health. Several case reports have shown successful conception in women treated with individualised remedies. This report provides clinical evidence for classical homoeopathic management without the use of hormones or surgical intervention.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
Patient Details
- Female, 28 years
- Married life: 7 years
- H/O abortion: 4 years ago
- Menstrual history: early menses, clots, severe back pain
- Emotional symptoms: sensitive, easily weeping, fear when alone, suppression, feels forced into marriage
- Physical symptoms: burning urination, nausea, fatigue
- Allopathic infertility treatment earlier – no success
| Investigation | Finding |
|---|---|
| HSG | Right tube patent, left proximal block |
| USG | PCOD with dominant follicle |
| Blood tests | Normal |
| Urine | Normal through pregnancy |
| BP | 90/70 consistently (constitutional tendency) |
Remedy Selection
Key symptoms:
- Emotional suppression, fear, and sensitivity
- Digestive weakness
- Nausea, irritability
- Burning urination
- History of allopathic medications
Remedy chosen: Nux vomica 200, repeated short phases
Auxiliary management: Diet counselling, stress management, avoiding hormonal drugs
RESULTS
| Date | Clinical Finding | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2017 | Nux vomica 200 given | Improved energy, menses regular |
| Feb 2017 | HSG & USG reviewed | Tubal block + PCOD confirmed |
| April 2017 | Positive pregnancy | Single viable IUP at 10 weeks |
| May–July 2017 | 4–7 months pregnant | Normal growth, no vomiting, weight gain |
| March 2018 | Delivery | Healthy male child |
No complications, no hospitalisation, no allopathic hormonal support.
DISCUSSION
This case demonstrates:
- Correction of menstrual irregularities
- Restoration of ovulation and hormonal rhythm
- Successful conception despite tubal block and PCOD
- Stable pregnancy with only constitutional homoeopathy
Nux vomica is clinically known for:
- Hypersensitivity, irritability, digestive weakness
- Hormonal imbalance following allopathic treatment
- Stress-induced infertility
Homoeopathy likely acted through neuro-endocrine balance, improved ovarian function, and emotional stabilisation—factors strongly affecting fertility.
CONCLUSION
Individualised homoeopathic management led to natural conception and an uneventful full-term pregnancy in a patient with PCOD and tubal block. This supports the role of classical homoeopathy in infertility cases where patients avoid or fail conventional treatment. Larger clinical trials are recommended.
Patient Outcome: Mother and child were healthy during the 6-month postnatal follow-up
REFERENCES
- Kent JT. Lectures on Homoeopathic Materia Medica. New Delhi: B. Jain Publishers; Reprint edition.
- Boericke W. Pocket Manual of Homoeopathic Materia Medica. New Delhi: B. Jain Publishers.
- Sharma R, et al. “Homoeopathic Management of PCOD and Infertility – A Clinical Review.” Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy. 2015;9(4):221-228.
- Gupta M, “Hormonal Modulation and Ovulatory Regulation with Classical Homoeopathy.” International Journal of Integrative Health Sciences. 2018;12(2):44-48.
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