Vol. 1, Issue 1, Part A (2024)

Evaluating patient adherence and satisfaction with homeopathic treatments for PMS

Author(s):

Shariful Hossain

Abstract:

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) affects a significant percentage of women worldwide, causing a range of physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that can severely impact daily functioning and quality of life. While conventional treatments, such as hormonal therapies and antidepressants, are widely used, many women seek complementary approaches like homeopathy due to its perceived safety, minimal side effects, and holistic methodology. This paper evaluates global trends, factors influencing adherence, barriers to treatment satisfaction, and strategies to improve patient outcomes in homeopathic treatments for PMS. Evidence from randomized controlled trials and observational studies suggests that homeopathy can effectively alleviate PMS symptoms, particularly when individualized treatment approaches are used. However, barriers such as delayed symptom relief, financial constraints, lack of awareness, complex treatment regimens, and limited access to qualified practitioners often hinder patient adherence and satisfaction. Strategies such as improving patient education, enhancing therapeutic relationships, simplifying treatment protocols, utilizing digital health tools, and integrating homeopathy with conventional healthcare systems are proposed to address these challenges. Future research should focus on standardized methodologies, large-scale studies, and innovative approaches to bridge existing gaps. Addressing these barriers holistically can optimize adherence, enhance satisfaction, and solidify homeopathy's role as a viable complementary therapy for PMS

Pages: 14-18  |  491 Views  323 Downloads

How to cite this article:
Shariful Hossain. Evaluating patient adherence and satisfaction with homeopathic treatments for PMS. J. Homeopathy Stud. 2024;1(1):14-18.