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MANAGEMENT OF ULCERATIVE COLITIS THROUGH AYURVEDIC INTERVENTION: A CASE REPORT

Dr. Bhagyashri Andhale*, Dr. Savita Dudi, Dr. Shanu Palaria, Dr. Ayushi Bhaskar, Dr. Sunita Dangi, Dr. Prakash Chhipa, Dr. Kiran Kumari, (Prof.) Dr. Pramod Kumar Mishra, Dr. Brahmanand Sharma

Abstract

Introduction: Ulcerative Colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease. A disorder in which inflammation affects the mucosa and submucosa of the colon. Clinical manifestations of ulcerative colitis is bloody diarrhea, passage of mucus, fever, crampy abdominal pain, tenesmus, weight loss. As detailed in Ayurveda, the manifestations of Raktatisara are comparable to the presentation of ulcerative colitis. Ayurveda provides therapeutic approaches that may be beneficial. Methods: A 37 years old female patient from Jodhpur with a confirmed diagnosis of ulcerative colitis presented to Sanjeevani Hospital, PGIA, Jodhpur. She reported 6-8 bowel movements containing blood & mucus, despite prior conventional therapy. The patient was hospitalized & treated with Matra Basti & Piccha Basti along with oral ayurvedic medicines for 1 month. Results: Following treatment, stool frequency decreased significantly (i.e. upto only once & twice daily) and without blood & mucus. Other symptoms like abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, itching over body are also subside. Discussion: This case demonstrates that Ayurvedic management, including Basti therapy & herbal formulations, may offer symptomatic relief & clinical improvement in ulcerative colitis patients. Conclusion: Ayurvedic management of ulcerative colitis, rooted in Pitta-Vata balance, Agni restoration, & supporting mucosal healing. These interventions highlighting their potential as complementary treatment options in refractory cases.

Keywords: Ulcerative colitis, Raktatisara, Matra Basti, Piccha Basti.