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

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