scholarly journals MANAGEMENT OF MADHUMEHA ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA – A CASE STUDY

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (8) ◽  
pp. 4278-4282
Author(s):  
Nitin Bhairavnath Bansode ◽  
Prashant Dhanaraj Chandekar ◽  
Nilesh Dnyaneshwar Dhumne
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Male Patient ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Classical Text ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Physical Findings ◽  
Present Case Study

Diabetes mellitus is the disease afflicting mankind since a very long time. Over 30 million people have been diagnosed with Diabetes in India and it is one among the cause for morbidity, which makes the life of individual miserable. In Ayurveda, Diabetes mellitus can be understood as Madhumeha which is one among the Vataja Prameha. Lakshana pertaining to Madhumeha as per the classical text are Prabhoota Mutra, Aavila mutra etc. In the present case study, a 45 years old male patient came to Smt. Vimladevi Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital OPD with complaints of pain in smaller joints and increased fre-quency of micturition. Through Physical findings and Investigations, the diagnosis leads to Madhumeha (Diabetes mellitus). The treatment plan opted was Shamana Aushadhi, Proper Diet and Change in Lifestyle would be an apt management in such case.

scholarly journals AN AYURVEDIC APPROACH ON VIPADIKA KUSHTA

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 1603-1607
Author(s):  
Sruthi Sreedhar
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Male Patient ◽  
Food Habits ◽  
Severe Pain ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Modern Science ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Ayurvedic Treatment ◽  
Present Case Study

Good skin is an integral part of health. In the present era, skin diseases are becoming a major hazard for mental health more than physical harm as it attributes the cosmetic harmony. Skin diseases are the outcome of improper food habits and lifestyles. Ayurveda has described all the skin diseases under the heading of Kushta. It is further divided into Maha Kushta and Kshudra Kushta. Vipadika is a common disorder of skin mentioned under Kshudraroga characterized by fissures and cracks in the hand and feet with severe pain.1Vata Kapha Dosha is involved in this disease. The main features are Panipada Sputana along with Kandu, Thivravedana and Raga.2 It can be compared with palmoplantar psoriasis in modern science. It is an auto-immune condition, characterized by red scaly patches on palm and soles often with fissures and bleeding. Ayurvedic treatment is very effective in these conditions. A 49-year-old male patient came to KVG Ayurveda Medical College, KC, OPD with complaints of itching, scaly lesion and pain in palms and soles, for 4 months. According to Lakshanas, it is diagnosed as Vipadika and treated with Shodhana, Shamana and Rasayana Oushadis and the patient got good relief. Ayurvedic treatment is very effective in the management of skin diseases because Ayurveda removes Doshas from its root. The present case study proves the Ayurvedic management of Vipadika Kushta is very effective with promising results. Keywords: Vipadika Kushta, palmo plantar psoriasis, Shodana, Shamana, Rasayana.

scholarly journals GRIDRASI: A CASE STUDY

2021 ◽  
Vol 09 (3) ◽  
pp. 681-685
Author(s):  
Sruthi. O
Keyword(s):  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Normal Activity ◽  
Lumbar Region ◽  
Posterior Aspect ◽  
Painful Condition ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Almost All ◽  
Present Case Study

In the present era, sedentary lifestyle is creating lot of problems in the human body. Gridrasi is a painful condition in which the person cannot sit and walk properly which in turn hampers his normal activity. Almost all signs and symptoms of Gridrasi resembles the condition Sciatica, as described in the modern texts. Sciatica is a very painful condition in which pain begins in lumbar region and radiates along the posterior lateral aspect of thigh and leg along with difficulty in walking. SLR, Slump test, Lasegue’s signs, Faber’s test is helpful not only to diagnose the sciatica but also to assess the progress of the therapy. A 49-year-old male patient working as a carpenter came to KVG Ayurveda Medical college KC, OPD complaining of low back pain radiating to posterior aspect of left lower limb for one month. Also, difficulty in walking and numbness in the left foot. He was diagnosed as a case of intervertebral disc prolapse at L4 - L5. According to symptoms it was diagnosed as Vata Kaphaja Gridrasi, treated with medicine like RasanaerandathiKashayam, Trayodasangguggulu, SarvangaChoornapindaswedam, Sarvangapathrapindasweda, Basthi, Sahacharadikashayam, Rasanadhiguggulu etc. After the treatment patient’s overall quality of life was significantly improved. The present case study is about the successful Ayurvedic management of Gridrasi.

scholarly journals Circumstances of death and pattern of fatal railway injury

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 264-268
Author(s):  
Kiran Kumar Patnaik ◽  
Hemanta Panigrahi ◽  
Sudeepa Das
Keyword(s):  
Forensic Medicine ◽  
Causes Of Death ◽  
The Other ◽  
Post Mortem ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Study Material ◽  
History Of ◽  
Rapid Industrialization ◽  
Present Case Study

The progressive extension of railway networking and increasing number of passengers as well as goods train to meet the demands of rapid industrialization and growing urbanisation, results in an increase in the various modes of railway fatalities. To evaluate the pattern and distribution of fatal railway injuries in relation to the circumstances of death in cases of railway related deaths. The study was conducted at Forensic Medicine and Toxicology department of M.K.C.G. Medical College & Hospital, Berhampur for medico legal autopsy on selected cases of death due to alleged railway injuries, were subjected to thorough post mortem examination and the pattern of injuries noted.A total number of 1314 cases were brought for medico-legal autopsy during the study period, out of which 94 cases were selected for the present study having clear history of railway related deaths (in which either a train caused death or in which a body was found on the track) excluding all other causes of death (even the cases brought by the GRPS having natural deaths were not considered as study material). The study conducted in the department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology revealed that the number of railway related deaths, both accidents and suicides is substantial in the locality. Amongst these, accidental railway deaths (63.83%) outnumber the other manners of death. The ante mortem nature of the railway injuries could be well established in the present case study material.

scholarly journals Ayurvedic Management of Diabetes Mellitus Type-II: A Case Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 60-62
Author(s):  
Richa Bhardwaj ◽  
◽  
Sarvesh K. Gangary ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Sweet Taste ◽  
Diabetes Mellitus Type ◽  
High Blood Glucose ◽  
Diabetes Mellitus Type Ii ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Chief Complaints

Diabetes mellitus is a major health pandemic effecting mankind since ancient times. It is a well-known multifactorial metabolic disorder characterized by abnormally high blood glucose levels due to absolute or relative lack of insulin. The incidence of Diabetes has increased drastically in the recent times because of sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy dietary habits, which happens to be the main etiological factors for this disease. Latest IDF data shows that currently 72.9 million people are living with diabetes in India. In ancient Ayurvedic texts this disease is described as Madhumeha, a form of Vataja Prameha, characterized by passing of excessive amount of sweet urine. The present case study is of a 51 years old male patient visiting Ayurvedic Clinic, Delhi with the chief complaints of body ache, sweet taste of mouth, burning sensation at sole, excessive hunger, excessive thirst, excessive mental stress and increased frequency of micturition. On the basis of physical findings and investigations the diagnosis of Madhumeha (Diabetes mellitus, type-2) was made. The treatment plan opted was use of Sanshamana aushadhi along with modification of diet and lifestyle. Regular follow up visits at the interval of seven days were done for a period of 1 month. After 1 month of treatment significant responses was observed.

scholarly journals Effect of a 5-month exercise program on blood pressure and glucose: A case study of a 68-year-old woman with diabetes mellitus type II and hypertension

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 182-186
Author(s):  
Afxentios Kekelekis ◽  
Beat Knechtle ◽  
Pantelis T. Nikolaidis
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Type Ii ◽  
Diabetes Mellitus Type Ii ◽  
Present Case Study

SummaryIntroduction: The aim of the present case study was to examine the effect of a 5-month exercise intervention on glucose and hypertension level of a patient with diabetes mellitus.Material and methods: A 68-year-old woman (weight 70 kg, height 163 cm) with diabetes mellitus and hypertension performed a 5-month exercise program (two sessions per week with each session lasting 45 min).Results: A decrease of blood glucose across time was observed, except for after exercise. No change was observed in pre-exercise levels of systolic and diastolic blood pressure across time.Conclusions: In summary, the present case study showed that an adult woman with diabetes mellitus and hypertension benefited from a 5-month exercise program combining aerobic and resistance training in terms of blood glucose regulation, physical condition and quality of life.

Rehabilitation Following Medial Meniscal Transplant: A Case Study

1995 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 203-209
Author(s):  
Doyglas R. Keskula ◽  
Jewell B. Duncan ◽  
Virginia L. Davis
Keyword(s):  
Functional Outcomes ◽  
General Framework ◽  
Medial Meniscus ◽  
Surgical Intervention ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Rehabilitation Program ◽  
Functional Abilities ◽  
Physical Findings ◽  
Meniscus Transplant

This paper describes the rehabilitation of a patient following a medial meniscus transplant. Both preoperative and postoperative history and relevant physical findings are presented. Rehabilitation goals and the corresponding treatment plan are discussed, with an emphasis on functional outcomes. A general framework for treatment addressing impairment and functional goals is outlined. Progression of the rehabilitation program was based on surgical precautions and the patient's tolerance to the exercise progression. This case study demonstrates that appropriate surgical intervention combined with a properly designed rehabilitation program contributed to the improved functional abilities of this patient.

scholarly journals MANAGEMENT OF VICHARCHIKA (LICHEN SIMPLEX CHRONICUS) BY SHAMANA CHIKITSA: A CASE STUDY

2021 ◽  
pp. 21-24
Author(s):  
Md Tanzil Ansari ◽  
Sukumar Ghosh ◽  
Jaya Kuila
Keyword(s):  
Male Patient ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Palliative Therapy ◽  
Etiological Factors ◽  
Lichen Simplex Chronicus ◽  
Present Case Study

In Ayurveda, most of the skin diseases are included under Kushtha. It can be classified into two groups which are Mahakushtha and Kshudrakushtha. Vicharchika is one among the Kshudrakushtha. According to classical texts, it can be characterised by Kandu (itching sensation), Shyava (blackish brown discolouration), Pidaka (eruptions), Bahusrava (excessive exudation), Raji (marked lining/lichenification), Atiruja (excessive pain) and Rukshata (dryness). Vicharchika can be correlated with Lichen Simplex Chronicus (LSC) based on its clinical presentation. LSC is a highly pruritic, circumscribed plaque or plaques of lichenified skin due to chronic scratching or rubbing. Vicharchika can be treated with Nidan parivarjana (Avoidance of etiological factors), Shodhana chikitsa (Purification therapy) and Shamana chikitsa (Palliative therapy). The present case study deals with a 45 years old male patient having complaints of severe itching in the palm of both hands associated with marked lining, dryness and thickened skin at the affected site for 5-6 months. This case is diagnosed as Vicharchika (Lichen Simplex Chronicus). For treatment Shamana chikitsa was administered for 1 month which showed good result.

scholarly journals EFFECT OF GHONTAPHALADI VARTHI IN THE MANAGEMENT OF PERIANAL SINUS - A CASE REPORT

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (10) ◽  
pp. 2641-2643
Author(s):  
Sreeparvathy A.G ◽  
Sivakumar. C. S ◽  
Deepa. M. S
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Male Patient ◽  
Granulation Tissue ◽  
Perianal Region ◽  
Associated Symptoms ◽  
Perianal Sinus ◽  
Present Case Study ◽  
Daily Application

Nadi Vrana is a term used to describe the sinus. Sinus is a blind track lined by granulation tissue from an epithelial surface.it can be treated mainly by Ksharasutra therapy and by other methods which include varti, Lepana etc. In Susrutha Samhitha Chikitsasthana first chapter Dwivarineeya chikitsa; it is mentioned that the Vrana Varthi 1can be used in Nadi Vrana where the wound is having minute opening, deep and going into the Mamsadhatu (muscles). In the present case study, a 44-year-old male patient visited the OPD with Grade 1 inter sphincteric sinus in the perianal region and the patient was selected for application of the Ghontaphaladi Varthi. Daily application of Ghontaphaladi Varthi has shown significant changes in the healing of the track and a decrease in the severity of the associated symptoms like pain and discharge. Keywords: Nadi Vrana, Ghontaphaladi Varthi, Sinus

Pituitary insufficiency following traumatic thoracic injury in adolescent male patient-case study

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aleksandra Gilis-Januszewska ◽  
Malgorzata Wilusz ◽  
Renata Turek-Jabrocka ◽  
Jacek Pantoflinski ◽  
Malgorzata Trofimiuk-Muldner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Male Patient ◽  
Adolescent Male ◽  
Thoracic Injury ◽  
Pituitary Insufficiency ◽  
Patient Case

A Case Study of Psychopathology and Personality Processes in Twins of Indian Origin

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Saranya Banerjee ◽  
Deepshikha Ray
Keyword(s):  
Twin Studies ◽  
Thematic Apperception Test ◽  
Psychometric Assessment ◽  
Intelligence Scale ◽  
Indian Origin ◽  
Thematic Apperception ◽  
Inkblot Test ◽  
Present Case Study

Twin studies have mostly focused on the pattern of maladaptive behaviour manifested by the twins and their biological basis but the findings have remained controversial till date. The present case study explores the psychopathology in 14 year old twins of Indian origin. They were referred for psychometric assessment and psychotherapy for their conduct problems. The tools administered on them during psychometric assessment are Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children IV (WISC-IV), Rorschach Inkblot Test (RIBT) and Thematic Apperception Test (TAT). Findings are discussed in terms of the personality processes and relationship quality of the twins.

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