Abstract

A CASE STUDY- JALODARA

*Dr. Janavva Hanajanatti and Dr. Manjunatha Bhat M.S (Ayu), Phd

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Abstract

Raga sarve api mandagni suturaudarani tu, functionally weak Agni that is Mandagni causes improper digestion of ingested food which leads to Udara roga. Udara roga is one among Astamahagada, Jalodara is one among 8 udara roga. Udara roga denotes the generalized distension of abdomen. In Jalodara there is an accumulation of fluid in between the Twak and Mamsa of Udara pradesha. Ascites as a disease has been described extensively in Ayurvedic literature along with medical treatment and surgical procedures related to the management of this condition. Diet restriction is very important in the management of this condition. Ayurvedic management with deepana, pachana drugs and nitya virechana along with milk intake helps to get rid of this condition gradually. Stimulation of hepatic function is very important in alcoholic liver disease along with above mentioned treatment protocol.

Keywords: Udara roga, Ascites, Jalodara, Ashtamahagada, Agni.