scholarly journals TO STUDY THE EFFECT OF VAMANA KARMA AND NARDIYA LAXMIVILASA RASA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF DUSHTA PRATISHYAYA (ALLERGIC RHINITIS): A CASE STUDY

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 4920-4926
Author(s):  
Mishra Meenu ◽  
Shivhare Shwetal ◽  
Sharma Vivek
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Symptomatic Relief ◽  
Common Disease ◽  
Nasal Discharge ◽  
Night Time ◽  
Respiratory Passage ◽  
Ige Mediated ◽  
Upper Respiratory ◽  
Present Case Study

Background: According to Acharya Charaka nose is the gateway of head. Diseases related with upper respiratory passage affect the Prana Vata, Tarpaka Kapha, Sadhaka Pitta and Majja Dhatu. Allergic rhinitis is the most common disease of upper respiratory passage for visit to outpatient department. Prevalence of allergic rhinitis ranges from 20 to 30% in Indian population. It is an IgE-mediated immunologic response of nasal mucosa to airborne allergens and is characterized by watery nasal discharge, nasal obstruction, sneezing and itching in the nose. In Ayurveda allergic rhinitis has a high resemblance with Dushta Pratishyaya, which comes under Nasagataroga. It is described in Brihattrayee as well as Laghutrayee. Acharya Sushruta has given detailed description of DushtaPratishyaya. Aim & Objectives: To study the effect of Vamana Karma and Nardiya Laxmivilasa Rasa in the management of Dushta Pratishyaya and to find out an effective Ayuvedic management for Dushta Pratishyaya (Allergic Rhinitis). Material and Methods: The present case study is upon a 40 years old (male patient) diagnosed case of Dushta Pratishyaya with complaints of recurrent episodes of sneezing, watery nasal discharge, coughing specially at night time, throat irritation and sometimes pain in trunk region since last 2 years, at the Kayachikitsa OPD of Pt. Khushilal Sharma Govt. Ayurvedic Hospital Bhopal. The patient was treated with Vamana Karma followed by Naradiya Laxmivilasa Rasa. Duration of study is 46 Days and follow up, every 15 days for 2 months. Assessment was done on the basis of symptomatic relief after treatment. Observation: Vamana Karma and Naradiya Laxmivilasa Rasa yielded symptomatic relief after treatment. The overall effect of the treatment in patient suggested that, there is 86.66% relief in patient. Conclusion: On the basis of result obtained, it can be concluded that Vamana Karma and Naradiya Laxmivilasa Rasa can be used as an effective treatment in the management of Dushta Pratishyaya (allergic rhinitis).

scholarly journals Universal Vaccines against Influenza Viruses: Overview of the Past, Present, and Prospective

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yonathan Agung ◽  
Hannah Stacey ◽  
Michael D'Agostino ◽  
Ali Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Influenza Virus ◽  
Influenza Viruses ◽  
Severe Illness ◽  
Common Disease ◽  
Nasal Discharge ◽  
Upper Respiratory Tract ◽  
Virus Infections ◽  
The Past ◽  
Systemic Manifestations ◽  
Upper Respiratory

Influenza is a common disease caused by influenza virus infections. There are an estimated 3 to 5 million annual cases of severe illness and 290 000 to 650 000 respiratory deaths caused by influenza virus infections worldwide (1). Transmission can occur in three ways: direct contact with an infected person, through fomites, or by inhaling aerosolized infectious particles (2). Systemic manifestations of uncomplicated influenza include fever, fatigue, and headaches, and symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection including sore throat, nasal discharge, and non-productive cough (3). Although antiviral drugs are available to treat influenza, vaccination remains the best way to prevent infection. This article will provide an overview of influenza virus biology, as well as current methods and those in development to treat and prevent influenza.

scholarly journals ROLE OF HOLISTIC APPROACH IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ULCERATIVE COLITIS W.S.R. TO RAKTATISARA – A CASE STUDY

2020 ◽  
Vol 04 (04) ◽  
pp. 2353-23556
Author(s):  
Katarmal Durga Harishbhai ◽  
Hemantha Kumar P.
Keyword(s):  
Ulcerative Colitis ◽  
Symptomatic Relief ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Mental Wellbeing ◽  
Complete Relief ◽  
Bleeding Per Rectum ◽  
Inflammatory Bowel ◽  
Present Case Study ◽  
Modern Era

Ulcerative colitis is chronic inflammatory bowel condition which is increasing in prevalence in modern era particularly in age group of 20 to 40years. The exact cause of this disease is unknown yet. Symptoms of UC are altered bowel habits, increased frequency of defecation, bleeding per rectum, mucus mixed stool and tenesmus etc. Associated symptoms are weight loss, weakness, fatigue etc. On the basis of these features UC can be compared with Rakta atisaar. UC is disease of nature with in between symptom free periods. In con-temporary science there is no curative treatment for UC. Symptomatic relief is provided with steroidal drugs and drugs like salphasalazine. So, this is need of hour that a protocol should be designed to provide relief to patient suffering from this disease. Present case study focuses on holistic approach towards entity under con-sideration rather than single formulation of therapy as the disease deteriorates physical and mental wellbeing of patient. A three months of treatment with proper lifestyle led to complete relief in symptoms. Keywords: Ulcerative colitis, Rakta atisaar, inflammatory bowel disease

Recent Trends in Management of Allergic Rhinitis

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 130-136 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajalaxmi Panigrahi ◽  
Sudhir K Acharya
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Immunoglobulin E ◽  
Nasal Congestion ◽  
Symptomatic Relief ◽  
Dust Mite ◽  
Recent Trends ◽  
Ige Mediated

ABSTRACT Allergic rhinitis is an inflammatory, immunoglobulin E (IgE)- mediated disease, characterized by nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, and sneezing with or without nasal itching. It can significantly interfere with patient's quality of life. The goals of treatment are to provide the patient with symptomatic relief and improve the quality of life with minimal adverse effects. Prevention has been a large focus in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, but few interventions have proven effective. Although dust mite allergies are more common. How to cite this article Panigrahi R, Acharya SK. Recent Trends in Management of Allergic Rhinitis. Clin Rhinol An Int J 2016;9(3):130-136.

scholarly journals MANAGEMENT OF SPASTIC QUADRIPLEGIA (SARVANGGHAT) WITH VATKULANTAK RASA & SHASHTIKA SHALI PINDA SWEDA - A CASE STUDY

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 3151-3157
Author(s):  
Gupta Mohini ◽  
Bansal Harendra ◽  
Sharma Vivek
Keyword(s):  
Symptomatic Relief ◽  
Spastic Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Improve Quality ◽  
Micro Channels ◽  
Spastic Quadriplegia ◽  
Upper And Lower Extremities ◽  
Present Case Study ◽  
Treatment Observation

Background- Spastic Quadriplegia also known as spastic tetraplegia is a subset of Spastic cerebral palsy that af- fects all four limbs (both arms and legs). Spastic quadriplegia usually displays equal involvement of both upper and lower extremities with severe involvement of legs, arms and floppiness of neck. Spastic quadriplegia is gen- erally caused by brain damage either before birth, during or shortly after. In Ayurveda quadriplegia can be corre- lated with Sarvangghat which is a vatavyadhi. It is a nanatmaja vatavyadhi according to charaka. As the disease was caused by vata-kapha dosha. The treatment is mainly aimed at mitigating vata kapha dosha which helps to clear the blocked micro-channels involved in the pathology. Aim and objective- To study the effect of Vatkulan- taka rasa and Shashtika shali pinda sweda in the management of Spastic quadriplegia (Sarvangghat). Material and methods-The present case study is upon 16 years old (male patient) diagnosed case of spastic quadriplegia with complaints of difficulty in walking with stiffness for 6 years at the kayachikitsa IPD of Pt. khushilal Sharma govt. ayurvedic hospital Bhopal. He was treated with shashtika shali pind sweda & Vatkulantaka rasa. The dura- tion of the study is 21 days. The assessment was done on the basis of symptomatic relief after treatment. Observation- The Ayurvedic therapy and oral medication yielded complete symptomatic relief from pain, stiffness and improve quality of life. Conclusion- On the basis of the result obtained, it can be concluded that Shashtika shali pinda sweda and Vatku- lantaka rasa can be used as an effective treatment in the management of Spastic quadriplegia (Sarvangghat). Keywords: Sarvangghat, Spastic quadriplegia, Shashtika shali pinda sweda, Vatkulantaka rasa.

scholarly journals Role of Vamana and Padhabhayanga in the Management of Vipakdika With special reference to Plantopalmar Psoriasis

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 131-135
Author(s):  
Padma Priya Nakka ◽  
Praveen Kumar Madikonda ◽  
Johar B
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Symptomatic Relief ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Modern Science ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Immune Disease ◽  
Short Period ◽  
Present Case Study

Ayurveda described various skin diseases under the single heading Kushta. In Charaka Samhita, Acharya Charaka explained Ashtadasha Kushtas in two main categories namely ‘Maha Kushta’ and ‘Kshudra Kushta’. Kushta is tridoshaja vyadi, however, the symptoms appear according to the dosha predominance. Vipadika is one of the Kshudra Kushta with predominance of vata kapha doshas and it is charactrised by Pani Pada sputana (fissures in palms and soles) and Teevra vedana (severe pain). According to clinical manifestations, Vipadika is more similar to ‘Planto Palmar Psoriasis’ which is long lasting Auto Immune disease. It is found to be 3-4% of all Psoriasis cases. In modern science, many treatment modalities are available to treat the disease. They may cause many side effects and recurrence after subside is also very common which gave a big scope to alternative system of medicines to treat Vipadika. In the present case study, the line of management followed was mentioned by Acharya Charaka, according to dosha Predominance. The patient, initially administered sneha pana with Maha Tiktaka gritha for 7 days which was beneficial to pacify pitta dosha and kapha dosha utkleshana before Vamana. Later on, Vamana therapy was conducted to eliminate kapha dosha which gave good symptomatic relief to the patient. However, in view of the severity, chronicity and recurrence of the disease, Mridu Lavana jala Avagaha Sweda followed by Padhabyanga with pinda taila was also performed which resulted in excellent improvement in very short period of time.

A Double-Blind, Crossover Controlled Evaluation of a Syrup for the Night-Time Relief of the Symptoms of the Common Cold, Containing Paracetamol, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Doxylamine Succinate and Ephedrine Sulphate

1978 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 161-165 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter Thackray
Keyword(s):  
Common Cold ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Symptomatic Relief ◽  
Nasal Discharge ◽  
Night Time ◽  
Double Blind ◽  
Evening Dose ◽  
The Common ◽  
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide ◽  
Active Formulation

Seventy subjects suffering from the common cold were recruited at general practitioner surgeries and were treated with an evening dose of a syrup† containing 600 mg paracetamol, 15 mg dextromethorphan hydrobromide, 8 mg ephedrine sulphate, 7.5 mg doxylamine succinate per 30 ml or an identical-appearing and flavoured control syrup without the active ingredients, in a double-blind crossover design study, lasting two days. Subjects were randomly allotted to two equal groups. One group took active formulation the first evening followed by the control formulation the second evening. The second group took the two formulations in the reverse order. Evaluation of symptomatic relief on a 6-point rating scale against eight major cold symptoms was carried out by each subject at 10 a.m. following the administration of active or control formulation the previous evening. Following combination of data for the two groups, results showed a significant degree of relief provided by the active formulation compared to control for the following symptoms, cough, nasal congestion, nasal discharge, sneezing, generally feeling unwell, headache, sore throat, disturbed sleep, the difference between the two preparations in relief of cough being highly significantly in favour of the “active” preparation. Additionally, a highly significant number of the subjects expressed a preference for the global symptomatic relief provided by the active formulation as compared to control. These results have demonstrated that the “active” formulation provides effective therapy for night-time symptomatic relief of the eight major symptoms of the common cold.

Efficacy of Shunthyadi Taila Nasya in the Management of Vataja Pratishyaya W.S.R. to Allergic Rhinitis: A Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 158-161
Author(s):  
Pinki Meena ◽  
Aparna Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Key Words ◽  
Nasal Mucosa ◽  
Treatment Approach ◽  
Nasal Congestion ◽  
Clinical Status ◽  
Age Group ◽  
The People ◽  
Ige Mediated

Background- Vataja Pratishyaya is a Nasagataroga and one among five types of Pratishyaya. It is most common and annoying nasal problem which affect the people of all age group. Vataja Pratishaya is a disease which possesses symptoms like Nasagata Tanusrava, Kshavathu and Nasaavarodha. These symptoms are also found in allergic rhinitis which is induced by an IgE mediated inflammation of the nasal mucosa. While treating the Pratishyaya, special attention should be given to the stages of the disease because the treatment approach of Amavastha, Pakwavastha and Dushta stages are entirely different. Nasya is the most important Shodhana method in Urdhwgatrugata Vyadhies and can execute Uttamanga Shuddhi, Snehana, and Swedana. The continuous sneezing is a main disturbing symptom of allergic rhinitis. Shunthyadi Taila was selected for this purpose which is given in Kshavathu Adhikara for managing the allergic conditions of the nose. Method – The patient with Vataja Pratishyaya was given two courses of Shunthyadi Taila Nasya, each course consisting of one sitting per day for 7 days. Six drops of Shunthyadi Taila were poured into each nostril during each session. Result- Patients clinical status was assessed on 7th, 15th, 21st and 28th day. Remission of symptoms like sneezing, rhinorrhoea, itching, nasal congestion etc. was observed after 2 courses of treatment. Patient was followed up for 1 month and no recurrences of symptoms were observed. Key words: Vataja Pratishyaya, allergic rhinitis, Shunthyadi Taila.

scholarly journals Validity and Reliability of The Indonesian Modification of Score for Allergic Rhinitis

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Asti Widuri ◽  
Rizka Fakhriani
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Airflow Obstruction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Nasal Discharge ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Valid Instrument ◽  
Ige Mediated ◽  
Nasal Inflammation ◽  
Translation And Validation

Abstract: Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a nasal inflammation caused by IgE-mediated reacions after inhaled the allergens. It’s characterized as symptoms of sneezing, airflow obstruction, nasal pruritus, and often clear nasal discharge. The prevalence of AR is about 5-40% in the general population and still rising. Multiple non-instrumental tests for AR were reported though few were validated. Score for Allergic Rhinitis (SFAR) is a valid instrument to screening AR. The purpose of this study was to perform adaptation and cultural translation and validation of the SFAR questionnaire for the Indonesian language. This was a cross sectional study to assess the validity and reliability of the Indonesian modification of Score for Allergic Rhinitis. The study conduct in 59 subjects. The Indonesian modification of SFAR instrument is valid and reliable as an instrument for screening AR with r values ranging from 0.345 to 0.730. Internal consistency shows that Cronbach's alpha is 0.803. The validation and reliability test of Indonesian modification of Score for Allergic Rhinitis was performed and valid and reliable as an instrument for assessing allergic rhinitis. Keywords: Allergic Rhinitis, Score for Allergic Rhinitis, Validity, Indonesian Version.

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.

A LOOK INTO THE EARTH: EVALUATING THE USE OF MAGNETIC SURVEY IN AFRICAN ARCHAEOLOGY

2004 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-63 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Magnavita ◽  
Norbert Schleifer
Keyword(s):  
Geophysical Methods ◽  
Field Research ◽  
Archaeological Sites ◽  
Magnetic Survey ◽  
The Past ◽  
Common Technique ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Prehistoric Settlements ◽  
Present Case Study

In the last decades, geophysical methods such as magnetic survey have become a common technique for prospecting archaeological sites. At sub-Saharan archaeological sites, however, magnetic survey and correlated techniques never came into broad use and there are no signs for an immediate change of this situation. This paper examines the magnetic survey undertaken on the Nigerian site of Zilum, a settlement of the Gajiganna Culture (ca 1800-400 BC) located in the Chad Basin and dated to ca 600-400 BC. By means of the present case study, we demonstrate the significance of this particular type of investigation in yielding complementary data for understanding the character of prehistoric settlements. In conclusion, we point out that geophysical methods should play a more important role in modern archaeological field research, as they furnish a class of documentation not achievable by traditional survey and excavation methods, thus creating new perspectives for interpreting the past of African societies.

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