EFFICACY OF HOMOEOPATHIC SIMILIMUM IN CLAVUS DISEASE – A CASE STUDY

Clavus/Corns result from Hyperkeratosis which is caused by an increase in Keratinocyte activity associated with stimulation of the epidermis from chronic pressure or friction on the skin. Homoeopathy has a good scope in the management of corns. We form a conservative plan by advising on footwear to remove the maintaining cause and by adopting constitutional approach which helps to cure this disorder from its root esp. by using intercurrent anti-miasmatic remedy. Details of a case studied under the heading and its results are discussed in the article.