Abstract

A REVIEW ON THE ROLE OF JALAUKAVCHARAN KARMA IN THROMBOSED HAEMORRHOIDS

Dr. Manuni Patel* and Dr. Ekta M. Vyas

Abstract

In modern era, Ano-Rectal diseases are progressively increasing in the society. Among all the Ano-Rectal diseases, Arsha seems to be an entity, which has got so many complications, among them Thrombosis seem to be most troublesome and are in need of emergency line of treatment. Similarly for the treatment of Piles, there are number of measures starting form injection therapy to the latest cryosurgery and laser therapy. Among them Leech therapy is a novel gift of Ayurveda to the modern world. Leech therapy can be a safe and better alternative to manage diseases. Medicinal Leech therapy or Jalaukavacharana is used in a variety of inflammatory conditions. Its mode of action depends on the injection of Leech saliva into patient's tissues during the process of blood sucking. Leech saliva contains numerous bioactive constituent which possesses anti-inflammatory, analgesic, thrombolytic, antioxidant, vasodilator, anti-coagulant and blood circulation enhancing properties. Present artic is built on a detailed study on Jalaukavacharana and its practical utility in Thrombosed Piles.

Keywords: Thrombosed Piles, Jalauka, Raktamokshana, Bloodletting.