Ayurvedic management of Infertility - A Case Report

Abstract

Infertility is defined as inability to conceive after 12 months of unprotected sexual intercourse. Infertility can be attributed primarily to male factors in 25%, female factors in 58%, and is unexplained in about 17% of couples.[1] It affects millions of people and has an impact on their families and communities. Estimates suggests that approximately one in every six people of reproductive age worldwide experience infertility in their lifetime.[2] Abnormalities in menstrual function constitute the most common cause of female infertility. Other disorders include ovulatory dysfunction, abnormalities of the uterus or outflow tract and psychological stress.[5] In this case study a female patient aged 29 years was unable to conceive since 2 years of marital relationship seeking for Ayurveda line of treatment. From detail history Agnimandya, Ama and stressful condition in work pattern were noticed. She was treated with classical Vamana followed by Shamana treatment. Agnidipana, Amapachana, Vamana, Matra Basti and oral medicines were started. Relaxation technique mediation was advised to the patient. After 2 months the urine pregnancy test was found to be positive and the same was confirmed by ultrasonography.