Lymphedema Praecox a subtle exigent case study through endogenic avenue W.S.R. to Urustambha
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https://doi.org/10.47552/ijam.v14i2.3609Keywords:
Lymphedema praecox, Aama, Meda dhatu, Prachana, UdvartanAbstract
The lymphatic system has historically been disregarded, undervalued, and poorly understood. As it mimics chronic venous insufficiency, it leaves patients in a terrible condition. One such congenital condition where aberrant protein-rich fluid accumulates in the lower extremities is lymphedema praecox. In ‘Ayurvedic samhitas, there is a condition called Urustambha which can be correlated with Lymphedema praecox. Clinical characteristics and therapy are beautifully detailed in samhitas like Charak and Sushrut thousands of years ago, and modern science is leveraging them even today. Since this condition is uncommon, we decided to address and take up this case. A 25years old female was admitted in our opd with complaints of B/L lower limbs, huge swelling followed by long standing and feeling of heaviness. We diagnosed and treated the patient according to classical texts of Charak and Sushrut with baluka swedan, prachana karma, udwartan and few oral medications and got promising results. With ayurvedic intervention, their quality of life has been improved and no further medication was required.
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