AN AYURVEDIC APPROACH IN THE MANAGEMENT OF KAMALA W.S.R. TO JAUNDICE: A SINGLE CASE STUDY

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Kamala is both raktapradoshaja vyadhi and pittaja nanatmaja. According to Charakacharya, kamala is a more advanced level of panduroga. While Vagbhatacharya described kamala as a distinct ailment, Sushrutacharya considered it a separate disease that might be caused by a further panduroga problem. In con-temporary medicine, kamala is associated with jaundice. Vyadhi Aacharyas have described Virechana Karma in Kamala. The limitations of modern science in treating Kamala Vyadhi (jaundice) are evident in the Ayurvedic literature, which elucidates the etiology and therapy of the condition and highlights the peculiarity of Ayurveda. The majority of individuals have grown accustomed to spicy fast food over time. Humanity has been separated from nature by this. The intake of alcohol is likewise rising daily in the modern day. Hepatocellular jaundice is referred to in Ayurvedic writings as Kamala. "Kamali tu virechanama" has also been cited by ancient Acharyas as the Chikitsa Sutra for Kamala. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To find out the effect of Ayurvedic medicine in the management of Kamala (Jaundice) managed with Shaman chikitsa. MATERIAL AND METHODES A 15yr. Old girl patient came with the complaint of Anorexia, Urine -Pale yellow, Ab-dominal pain after taking of food, Face yellow, and yellowish coloration of eyes and nails. The patient has taken medicine, but no relief was found, so she came to us for Ayurveda treatment. RESULT AND DISCUSSION The outcomes were noteworthy Regarding the clinical and analytical criteria. According to statistics, there is improvement in the yellowing of the urine and eyes, weakness, appetite loss, and serum bilirubin levels. 15-year-old girl came for Ayurvedic treatment for Kamala. We planned Sanshaman chikitsa.