An Integrative approach in the management of Uncontrolled type 2 Diabetes Mellitus w.s.r. to Sthula Madhumeha: A Case Report
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Introduction: Diabetes is a disease of worldwide importance and a major public healthcare concern owing to its associated morbidity. Clinically Type 2 DM resembles Madhumeha with prevalence in India was 9.6% in 2021.This case report describes an integrated approach for the treatment of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. Main clinical Findings: A 58-year-old male patient complained of polyurea, polyphagia, polydipsia, tingling, and severe burning in all 4 limbs, fatigue, and constipation. Investigations shows FBSL level of 247mg/dl, PPBSL 415mg/dl, and HbA1C 8.9%, BMI 28.6kg /m2. Diagnosis: Sthula-Madhumeha (Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus). Interventions: Treatment includes, Panchatiktapanchaprasutika Basti for consecutive 15 days (Kalbasti Krama), local therapy, oral medications and lifestyle modifications. Outcome: Patient showed marked reduction in FBSL reduced to 82mg/dl PPBSL to 184mg/dl, and HbA1c to 6.8% after 3 months. Patient exhibited significant results in clinical signs and symptoms. Conclusions: It can be concluded that Ayurvedic intervention can be a complimentary treatment in uncontrolled DM.
Authors: Mohini Jamale, J.D. Gulhane, Mayur Gaikwad
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4407089491