The role of modified Pichha Basti in the management of Ulcerative Colitis - A Case Study

Abstract

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcer in digestive tract. UC affected the innermost lining of large intestine also called the colon and rectum. In most popular symptoms usually develop over time rather than suddenly. UC can be draining or sometimes lead to life threatening complication. While it has no know cure there are several new treatments that can greatly reduce sign and symptoms of the disease and bring about long term remission. In Ayurveda Raktaatisara, Pitajatisara, Parvahika and Grahani shows symptoms having resemble with UC like blood and bile mixed stool with excessive foul smell, burning sensation, suppuration of colon and anus, colic pain etc. Pichha Basti indicated in Parvahika, Grahani and Atisara by Acharya Charaka and Vagbatta. This Basti reduce inflammation due to its Grahi, Deepandravya and Picchila Guna. It also improves the function of Apanvata. In modern medical science many conventional medicines are used in ulcerative colitis some drug like mesalamine may give relief in sign and symptoms but this drug is not suitable due to their side effects. The patient gradually developed the following symptoms like bilateral joint pain in all major and minor joints, hair loss, reddish discoloration on bilateral medial aspect of thigh and hip etc.