Abstract

AN AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF JALODARA W.S.R. TO ASCITIES: A SINGLE CASE STUDY

Vishakha R. Ahire* and Archana S. Dachewar

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Abstract

Ascities is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in peritoneal cavity. In Ayurveda it is correlated with Jalodara. Inspite of having Advance medical facilities, still there is no sure treatment which cures patients of ascities totally. In this case Ayurvedic treatment along with diet restrictions gives relief without any side effect. Case report- This is a case of ascities having Udarvrudhhi, Daurbalya, Agnimandya, Shwasankasthata. The patient was chronic alcoholic, had no history of hypertention and diabetes. He was treated on the basis of treatment principles of Jalodara describe in CharakSamhita, Nityavirechana daily purgation by using Ayurveda medicine, Srotoshodhana and some hepatoprotective medicine along with Arkapatrabandhan externally.

Keywords: Jalodara, Ascities, Nityavirechana, Arkapatrabandhana, Udar.