Abstract

AYURVEDA MANAGEMENT OF KARNAKSHWEDA W.S.R. TO TINNITUS - A CASE REPORT

Nagendra Sonwani* and D. K. Pawar

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Abstract

Background: The term "tinnitus" is derived from the Latin word tinnire, which means "ringing." It refers to a condition where patients perceive abnormal sounds in the absence of any external sources. The incidence and prevalence of tinnitus are increasing over time. Various pharmacological treatments, such as anticonvulsants, anxiolytics, antidepressants, and muscle relaxants, are currently being used or tested to alleviate the condition, but there is limited evidence supporting their benefits over potential harms. The effectiveness of both invasive and non-invasive neurostimulation treatments, which are believed to be highly effective, is still not well understood. Consequently, there is a need for the development of universally accepted and broadly effective treatments that can significantly reduce the intensity and impact of tinnitus, and that can be reliably replicated in clinical practice. Causes of tinnitus according to modern medicine are unclear or have multiple etiologies therefore treatment guideline of tinnitus in modern practice is not definite hence prognosis of disease also remains uncertain. But in Ayurveda prognosis and line of treatment of Karnakshweda (Tinnitus) is mentioned and we can achieve good and satisfactory results. Aims and Objectives: To study the role of Ayurveda Chikitsa in the management of Karnakshweda (Tinnitus). Materials and Methods: A male patient aged 23 years presented with a complaint of Whistling noise in both ear, Blocking of ear & Dizziness. The patient was diagnosed as Karnakshweda (Tinnitus). Tablet Ekangaveer Rasa with combination of Godanti Bhasma, Rasayana Churna with Ghrita, Nasya and Karnapoorana started after Administration of Deepana Pachana Aushadhi for 7 days. After the 2 month’s treatment, a significant response in various symptoms such as Blocking of ear, Whistling in ear, Dizziness was found. Results: There is a need to make treatments that are widely recognized, widely successful, and capable of with standing systematic replication available These treatments should be able to significantly reduce the volume and impact of Tinnitus. Conclusion: Ayurveda has great approach in curing the Karnakshweda (Tinnitus).

Keywords: Karnakshweda, Tinnitus, Nasya, Karnapoorana.