Role Of Rhus Toxicodendron in Allergic Rhinitis: A Homoeopathic Case Report

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Dr. Anurag Yadav
Dr. Sant Kumar Singh
Dr. Ashutosh Gupta
Dr. Prem Sagar
Dr. Anand Kumar Jaiswal

Abstract

Allergic rhinitis (AR) represents a global health problem and can affects approximately 400 million people worldwide. It is a most common chronic conditions globally challenging to treat. Allergic rhinitis (AR) is caused by immunoglobulin E (IgE)-mediated reactions to inhaled allergens.  The prevalence of AR has increased over the years along with increased urbanization and environmental pollutants. AR co-occurs with asthma and conjunctivitis causing major burden and disability worldwide. The pathophysiology of AR is critical, Risk factors include inhalant and occupational allergens & genetic factors. AR impairs quality of life, affects social life, school and work. Here is a Case Report of 35 years old, female Bhagwati suffering from Allergic Rhinitis for 4 years treated successfully with Homoeopathy.

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Dr. Anurag Yadav, Dr. Sant Kumar Singh, Dr. Ashutosh Gupta, Dr. Prem Sagar, & Dr. Anand Kumar Jaiswal. (2023). Role Of Rhus Toxicodendron in Allergic Rhinitis: A Homoeopathic Case Report. Journal for ReAttach Therapy and Developmental Diversities, 6(1), 2306–2310. https://doi.org/10.53555/jrtdd.v6i1.3384
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Dr. Anurag Yadav

PhD Scholar, Sri Ganganagar Homoeopathic Medical College, Hospital & Research Institute, Tantia University, Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan

Dr. Sant Kumar Singh

Professor & Research Supervisor Sri Ganganagar Homoeopathic Medical College, Hospital & Research Institute, Tantia University, Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan

Dr. Ashutosh Gupta

Medical Officer, Rajkiya Homoeopathic Dispensary Ramya, Basti

Dr. Prem Sagar

Lecturer Dept of HMM, Shaheed Raja Hari Prasad Mall State Homoeopathic Medical College, Barhalganj, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh

Dr. Anand Kumar Jaiswal

Lecturer Dept of FMT State BKHM College & Hospital, Deokali, Ayodhya

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