Abstract

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF INFERTILITY ASSOCIATED WITH HYPOTHYROIDISM: A CASE REPORT

Dr. Jeny Mukesh Bhatt*, Dr. Hitendra Atmaram Bhadane

Abstract

Introduction: Thyroid dysfunction can affect ovulation, menstrual regularity, implantation, and a woman's ability to become pregnant. In Ayurveda, infertility, or Vandhyatva, is often linked to a weak digestive fire (Agnimandya) and an imbalance in which Kapha dosha is dominant. Case Presentation: A 28-year-old married woman had not conceived for three years. She also experienced irregular periods, weight gain, constant fatigue, cold sensitivity, and hair loss. Her initial tests showed high TSH, borderline thyroid hormone levels, mild anemia, and an ultrasound indicating no ovulation. She was given Kanchanara Guggulu, Chandraprabha Vati, Ashokarishta and Phalaghrita, along with advice on diet and lifestyle changes. Outcome: Within three months, her thyroid function and hemoglobin levels improved, and her menstrual cycle became more regular. She conceived naturally within six months, which was confirmed by pregnancy testing and ultrasonography. Conclusion: This case suggests that a personalized Ayurvedic approach may help improve fertility in women with hypothyroidism. Of course, as this is just one case, we cannot definitively say that it caused the improvement. Further controlled studies are needed to confirm this.

Keywords: Hypothyroidism, Infertility, Vandhyatva, Ayurvedic treatment, Case Report.