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AN AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF DIABETIC NEUROPATHY: A SINGLE CASE STUDY

Vd. Minal S.Vaidya, Vd. Monali Waghchaure* and Vd. Geeta Parulekar

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Abstract

Madhumeha, a subtype of Vataja Prameha, is similar to diabetes mellitus in Ayurveda. Kapha, Pitta, and Meda vitiate Vata in Avarnjanya Madhumeha, aggravating it and diminishing vital Dhatus. Diabetes-related neuropathy is a potential complication of Madhumeha. 30% of people with diabetes experience neuropathy as a result of their condition. Microvascular damage in nerve-supplying blood vessels and macrovascular conditions can lead to diabetic neuropathy. Despite the fact that insulin and hypoglycemics have helped diabetics, their neuropathy complications remain untreated. The sensory polyneuropathy associated with diabetes is characterised by diminished vibration perception and impairment of all other senses. Vata and Pitta Dosa, according to Ayurveda, cause diabetic neuropathy. In Ayurvedic texts, Suptata (numbness) and Daha (burning sensation) in body parts, particularly the hands, and feet, are described as Purvarupa of Prameha. Daha is one of the Upadravas (complications) of Prameha. Symptoms of diabetic neuropathy are frequently observed. Diabetics frequently develop neuropathy. Traditional medicine employs tricyclic antidepressants, anticonvulsants, opiates, membrane stabilizers, and antioxidants to treat diabetic peripheral polyneuropathy. These drugs have adverse effects. Therefore, alternative therapies must be more secure and efficient. The current study presents the case of a 64-year- old male with hypertension, diabetic melilotus, neuropathy, and nephropathy as complications of diabetes. The patient was given ayurvedic medication for 21 days, and promising results were found

Keywords: Diabetes, neuropathy, Madhumeha, Ayurveda.