Is this complaint new and sudden, or ongoing?
This helps determine the case-taking path. Acute conditions often resolve within days; chronic conditions have persisted for weeks, months, or years.
What is the chief complaint?
Describe it in your own words — we'll refine it as we go. Be as specific as you can about what is happening.
Location — Where exactly?
Be as precise as possible. Note the exact area, any side (left/right), and whether the sensation radiates or extends elsewhere.
Side affected (if relevant)
Sensation — What does it feel like?
Select all that apply. These sensation descriptors are the language of the Materia Medica and the Repertory.
Modalities — What makes it worse?
Select all that apply. Modalities are among the most important prescribing keys in homeopathy.
Modalities — What makes it better?
Relief factors are equally important and often the clearest differentiating keynote between remedies.
Concomitants & Generals
What else is happening alongside the chief complaint? These accompanying symptoms are often the most powerful prescribing guides.
Accompanying symptoms (select all that apply)
Thermal state — overall temperature preference
Aetiology — What started or maintains this?
The cause or trigger — even if it was years ago — is one of the most powerful prescribing guides in homeopathy.
Mental / Emotional state during this complaint
Any additional notes (food cravings, sleep, dreams, other peculiars)
Case Summary
Review your case before we find matching remedies. You can save this case to refer back to it.