Effectiveness of homoeopathic treatment in resolving tinea corporis: A case report

Abstract

Tinea is a superficial fungal infection of the skin which is caused by T. rubrum. It most commonly manifests on the trunk, legs, back, and arms and is transmitted by direct contact with an infected person. A 17 years old female came with complaints of itching and discoloration in the right elbow joint since 3 month. A complete case history was taken and Tuberculinum 200 C potency was prescribed based on the totality of symptoms through the process of repertorisation and case was followed for about two months with the photographic evidence, it shows the utility of Homoeopathic medicine in Tinea corporis.