"The Role Of Ayurveda In Managing Anorectal Disorders With Special Reference To The Clinical Significance Of Shalya Chikitsa."
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Gudagata Vikara or anorectal disorders encompass ailments affecting the anus or rectum part of body. Arsha (hemorrhoids), Parikartika (fissure-in-ano), Guda Kandu (pruritus ani) and Bhagandara (fistula-in-ano) are major conditions of this category. However hemorrhoids and fistula-in-ano are the most prevalent anorectal conditions, affecting individuals of different age groups. The root cause of these disorders includes Apathya Ahara and Vihara, which results vitiation of Doshas, subsequently Mandagni causes vitiation of Apanavayu and stagnation of Mala, these altogether contributes for the development of anorectal disorders. The Ayurveda Shalya Chikitsa provides several regimens to relieve these disorders. Shastra karma, Vruna chikitsa, Anushastragara and Kshara Sutra, etc. gives unique advantages when utilizes for treating anorectal diseases. This review focuses on clinical perspective of anorectal diseases and their management through Ayurveda Shalya Chikitsa. This article described pathological consideration and treatment options for Arsha, Bhagandar, Parikartika and Gudabhramsha, etc.
Author: Dr Leela Dr Leela
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409380453