Abstract

MANAGEMENT OF CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE THROUGH AYURVEDA- A CASE STUDY

Dr. Dhanwantari Behera and Prof. (Dr.) Anup Baishya

Abstract

Chronic Kidney disease (CKD) is a progressive and irreversible condition has become a common disease with high mortality rate worldwide.[1] Globally, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affects approximately 700 million individuals. In India, the burden is substantial, with over 100 million people estimated to be living with CKD.[2] In its early stages, it often presents no symptoms or may only show subtle signs of underlying conditions, such as the presence of protein in the urine. Gradually, the patient may begin to experience symptoms such as mild fatigue, loss of appetite, and increased urination at night. In the later stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD), more severe symptoms may appear, including nausea, vomiting, reduced urine output, swelling (edema), and shortness of breath mainly disturbance in wellbeing. In, Ayurveda CKD is addressed under the concept of Mutravahasrotas vikar also as Prameha upadravam. This case study highlites about a 35 years old male patient from Guwahati visited the Outpatient Department (OPD) of Roganidana, Govt. Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Sundarbari, Guwahati, Assam for an Ayurvedic intervention. The treatment approach done with analysing the root cause and the underlying pathophysiology involved in specific clinical conditions. Shamanaushadhis are administered to reduce the elevated serum creatinine and associated symptoms found in the patient. Specific Ayurvedic medications known for their nephroprotective and diuretic properties were prescribed, including Gokshuradi Gulugulu, Varunadi kwatham, Katak beej churna and Ajomodadi churna. The holistic Ayurvedic approach aimed to alleviate symptoms and slow down CKD progression. By addressing underlying imbalances and supporting kidney health, The present case is totally treated through Ayurvedic approach and it seems to be effective and safe.

Keywords: CKD, Shamana Ousadhi, Mutravaha Srota, Prameha Upadrava.