S Sheeba¹*, V Shanthi Serene Sylum¹, Reshma Reghu², S Sanju³, SS Ramya⁴ and Shimmal Chenthik⁴

¹Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Sarada Krishna Homoeopathic Medical College, (Affiliated to the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai), Kulasekharam, Kanyakumari District, Tamilnadu, India
²Department of Community Medicine, Sarada Krishna Homoeopathic Medical College, (Affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai), Kulasekharam, Kanniyakumari District, Tamilnadu, India
³Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Sarada Krishna Homoeopathic Medical College, India (Affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai), Kulasekharam, Kanniyakumari District, Tamilnadu, India
⁴Department of Homoeopathic Pharmacy, Sarada Krishna Homoeopathic Medical College, (Affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai), Kulasekharam, Kanyakumari District, Tamilnadu, India

*Corresponding Author: S Sheeba, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Sarada Krishna Homoeopathic Medical College, (Affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai), Kulasekharam, Kanyakumari District, Tamilnadu, India.

Received: December 17, 2025; Published: December 31, 2025

Abstract

Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease characterized by recurrent abdominal pain, diarrhoea, weight loss, and systemic manifestations, leading to significant impairment in quality of life. Conventional treatment primarily aims at immunosuppression and symptomatic relief, but prolonged use is often associated with adverse effects and frequent relapses. Homoeopathy, with its holistic and individualized approach, may offer a complementary option in disease management. This clinical study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of homoeopathic treatment, specifically Mercurius Solubilis 200 potency, in the management of Crohn’s disease. The study included five clinically diagnosed cases attending the outpatient department. Detailed case taking was performed, considering mental generals, physical generals, and characteristic gastrointestinal symptoms. All five cases exhibited classical features such as frequent loose stools with mucus, abdominal pain, tenesmus, weakness, and nocturnal aggravation, indicating Mercurius Solubilis 200. Based on the totality of symptoms, Mercurius Solubilis 200 was prescribed in all cases and patients were followed up over several months. Clinical evaluation was carried out using symptom severity, frequency of bowel movements, associated systemic complaints, and overall well-being. All cases showed marked improvement, with reduction in stool frequency, relief from abdominal pain, improved appetite, and stabilization of body weight. The findings suggest that Mercurius Solubilis 200 may be beneficial in the management of Crohn’s disease when prescribed on homoeopathic principles. However, larger and controlled clinical studies are required to substantiate these results and to define the role of homoeopathy in inflammatory bowel diseases.

Keywords: Crohn’s Disease; Homoeopathy; Mercurius Solubilis; Similimum

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Citation: S Sheeba., et al. “Clinical Study on the Effectiveness of Homeopathic Treatment in the Management of Crohn’s Disease". ActaActa Scientific Gastrointestinal Disorders 9.1 (2026): 24-29.

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