Use of single medicine & rubric in management of tinea corporis: A case report

Abstract

Tinea infection is also known as Ringworm infection or dermatophytosis. This infection is caused by dermatophytes (T. rubrum). The common sites affected are skin (trunk, legs, back, and arms), nails, and hair. The tinea infection is classified into different types according to their site of affection e.g. tinea capitis, tinea corporis, tinea pedis, etc. The factors responsible for the occurrence of this condition commonly are bad hygienic conditions, improper clothing, and sharing objects with affected individuals. Treatment only includes the use of antifungals and sometimes topical steroids if not managed by antifungals. So, there needs to be a treatment that is mild, gentle, and permanent hence individualized homoeopathic treatment has a great scope in treating and combating such conditions. The present case report of a 38 years old female shows the usefulness of Sepia officinalis 30C, by improving the skin condition & reduction of the lesion as well as the overall well-being of the patient, administered based on the totality of symptoms.