Article: EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF ULCERATIVE COLITIS THROUGH PANCHAKARMA: A CASE STUDY

Article Category: Case Reports

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.15370

Pages: 46-48

Author: Priyanka Kalal *, Shaila Borannavar

Abstract: Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation, irritation and ulcers in the lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum due to autoimmune pathology. Symptoms of active disease are abdominal pain and diarrhoea mixed with blood (hematochezia). This can be considered under the umbrella of Grahani roga. Materials and methods: Takra basti followed by Yastimadhu Kashaya basti and Anuvasana basti with Ashwagandha ghrita in kala pattern, Jatamamsi ksheera Shirodhara and oral medications were administered. Results: By this treatment, the patient got satisfactory results in all his symptoms. Conclusion: The present case study can help focus on Panchakarma as a safe and alternative treatment for managing ulcerative colitis instead of surgery and steroid medications.

Keyword: Grahani, Ulcerative colitis, Takra basti, Yastimadhu Kashaya Basti, Shirodhara.