Abstract

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF HYPOTHYROIDISM: A CASE STUDY ON AYURVEDIC INTERVENTION

Dr. Vivek Sagar*, Dr. Gracy Sokiya, Dr. Shivam Kumar, Dr. Aman Negi, Dr. Shubham Sadh, Dr. Gaurav Sharma

Abstract

The most common endocrine condition in the general population is hypothyroidism. It is distinguished by an abnormally low level of thyroid hormones. During infancy or childhood, this disorder impacts both physical and mental development and results in a decrease in basal metabolic rate. In the developed world, its prevalence is 4.6% and its prevalent in india approximately 11%. The use of synthetic thyroxine medications (levothyroxine) or hormone replacement therapy are examples of modern management techniques that results in a patient being permanently dependent on the medicine. Therefore, a better approach to treatment is required in the modern era, one that not only aids in disease management but also prevents reliance. A Hindu, married, 33-year-old Male patient visited the outpatient department of the institute, Patanjali Ayurved Hospital, K/C/O Hypothyroidism with complaint of Sudden weight gain, Hair fall, Stress and Constipation. After administration of Ayurvedic medications, lifestyle modifications much better results were seen in just 1 month.

Keywords: Hypothyroidism, Levothyroxine, Ayurveda, Agni.