Individualized Homeopathic Treatment in Hyperthyroidism with Increased Anti-Thyroglobulin Levels: A Case Report

Abstract

Hyperthyroidism is an endocrine disorder characterised by excessive secretion of thyroid hormone. Several metabolic disturbances and multiple organ involvement can be occurred due to this condition. Elevated thyroid autoantibody levels, particularly anti-thyroglobulin (Anti-Tg) and anti-thyroid peroxidase (Anti-TPO), are frequently detected in autoimmune hyperthyroidism (e.g., Graves' disease), though they are more prevalent in autoimmune hypothyroidism (Hashimoto's thyroiditis). This case report describes a 40-year-old female presenting with features of hyperthyroidism associated with reduced Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) levels and increased Anti-Thyroglobulin (Anti-Tg) levels, who had been receiving conventional treatment long-term, was subsequently prescribed individualized homeopathic medicine – Phosphorus, based on totality of symptoms and an intercurrent remedy, Carcinosin, the patient demonstrated significant clinical and biochemical improvement and the conventional treatment was also stopped in during subsequent follow-up visits. With improvements in the clinical symptoms and biochemical markers, the homeopathic approach, which emphasizes individualized treatment and minimal dosing, proved successful in managing the condition. This case report highlights the potential role of homeopathy in the treatment of hyperthyroidism and also in reducing the Anti-Tg levels.