International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences

Introduction: In Homeopathy, corns are often classified as "one-sided diseases" (local maladies) as per Aphorism 173 of the Organon of Medicine, characterized by having one or few symptoms of an external kind. This case report demonstrates the management of a local malady using an acute simillimum followed by an anti-psoric remedy.

Case summary: A 25-year-old female presented with a painful corn on the right thumb, aggravated by touch and writing, and ameliorated by cold water. The case was analyzed as a local malady with a psoro-sycotic background.

Intervention: Ranunculus bulbosus 200C was prescribed based on local sensitivity and burning pains, resulting in rapid relief. Sulphur 30C was subsequently administered to prevent recurrence.

Conclusion: Local affections often depend on the general morbid state of the body. This case validates the efficacy of treating local maladies with internal homeopathic medication based on the totality of symptoms, as guided by Hahnemann's guidelines for one-sided diseases.