Ganglion are benign cystic swelling containing gelatinous fluid which may occur in any joint but most frequently occurs in the wrist. They are common around joints due to abundance of fibrous tissue. This article reviews what is known about ganglion cyst development, natural history, histopathology, diagnosis and current treatment options along with the homoeopathic approach of this prevalent ailment. Although the exact cause is unknown, there are numerous theories explaining its aetiology and most accepted one is that it results from continuous micro-injury to the ligamentous and capsular supporting systems. Current treatment options include observation, nonsurgical aspiration/injection, and surgical excision. However, Cyst aspiration/injection has a higher incidence of recurrence, whereas an increased frequency of complications follows surgery. Homoeopathy could therefore beneficial in such cases where available treatments are all insufficient. Homoeopathy is an individualized therapeutic system which can provide a complete annihilation of such diseases like ganglion in shortest and most harmless way.

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Hyperlipidaemia is a disorder characterised by elevated levels of lipid in blood and is frequently regarded as one of the main risk factors for atherosclerotic illnesses, including coronary heart disease. The associated risk factors include obesity, sedentary lifestyle, fatty food intake, excessive alcoholism and smoking. Since hyperlipidaemia has few or no significant clinical signs, a lipid panel or lipid profile analysis constitutes as the primary method of diagnosis. A case of 51-year-old male suffering from Hyperlipidaemia for few years, which was temporarily relieved with conventional treatment, has been presented here. Clinically patient reported with pain in calves, burning feet, dyspepsia and occasional arthritic pain. After a thorough clinical evaluation, Lycopodium Clavatum in increasing potency (up to Q5), was prescribed when needed. The outcome assessment was done by using the ‘Modified Naranjo Criteria’. This case report demonstrates improvement of symptoms as well as the reduction of serum cholesterol and triglycerides with individualised homoeopathic treatment.

Chronic lower leg ulceration is a fairly common adult condition that causes pain and social distress. The condition affects 1% of adults and 3.6% of those over 65. Leg ulcers are painful and have a negative impact on the quality of life of patients. Arterial pathologies can cause arterial ulcers, but the one important cause is arterial obstruction. Atherosclerotic obstruction usually occurs in the iliac, femoropopliteal, and the distal branches (Peroneal and tibial arteries). The case was diagnosed using an arterial doppler of the right lower limb, which revealed an arterial block above the right common femoral artery at the aortic bifurcation, resulting in an ulcer. Vascular leg ulcers, venous ulcers, and diabetic ulcers were all ruled out as possibilities in this case. Silicea 0/1 to Silicea 0/4, 16 doses of each potency, twice a day, were given to the patient as constitutional homoeopathic medicine. The foot ulcer was completely healed after a one-month follow-up. This case study suggests homoeopathic treatment as a promising complementary or alternative therapy, emphasising the significance of repertorisation in individualised homoeopathic prescription.