Abstract

KSHARA KARMA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF STANGRANTHI (FIBROADENOMA): A CASE REPORT

Dr. Neha Verma*

Abstract

Sthanagranthi is described in Ayurveda as a localized glandular swelling resulting from the vitiation of Vata and Kapha Dosha involving Mamsa and Meda Dhatu. Fibroadenoma is one of the common benign breast lesions affecting young females. Conventional management often involves observation or surgical excision. Kshara Karma offers a minimally invasive Ayurvedic approach for localized Granthi. Case Presentation: An 33year-old female presented with complaints of a palpable lump in the right breast for 8 months associated with occasional pain and discomfort. Ultrasonography revealed bilateral fibroadenosis with fibroadenoma in the right breast. Intervention: Kshara Karma was performed on the Sthanagranthi under aseptic precautions. Post-procedure wound management and appropriate Ayurvedic internal medications were administered. Outcome: Progressive reduction in lump size, pain, and tenderness was observed during follow-up. No significant complications were noted. Conclusion: Kshara Karma may provide a safe and effective minimally invasive treatment option for selected cases of Sthanagranthi correlated with fibroadenoma.

Keywords: Sthanagranthi, Fibroadenoma, Kshara Karma, Breast Lump, Ayurveda, Case Report.