Homoeopathy in the management of sub-clinical hypothyroidism: Two evidence-based case reports

Subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) is characterised by elevated serum thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels, while serum T3 and T4 concentrations remain within normal. There is growing interest in alternative therapies, including homoeopathy, for managing SCH. Here, we present two cases where individualised homoeopathic treatment improved the serum thyroid profile of patients with SCH without side effects, in a shorter duration, while also enhancing their quality of life. Two patients presented at the outpatient department of a government homoeopathic college and hospital with symptoms of SCH and were treated with individualised homeopathic medicines. The cases were diagnosed and assessed using the TSH value and Zulewski’s clinical score. The response to homeopathic medicine was assessed through the modified Naranjo Criteria for Homeopathy Causal Attribution Inventory. These case reports suggest a positive role of individualised homoeopathic medicine in the management of SCH without any adverse effects. However, further research, including more documented cases and scientific research, is needed on this topic.