A Case of Formica rufa

Summary

This is a case of a 67-year-old woman who was given the remedy Formica rufa based on both characteristic physical and mental symptoms. The case revealed qualities that can be identified as thematic for insect remedies in general as well as strong physical confirmatory keynotes.

Insecta - Hymenoptera - Ants - Formica rufa

References

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