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THE PRACTICAL APPLICATION OF VIRECHAN KARMA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ARTAVADUSHTI W. S. R TO PARAOVARIAN CYST: A CASE STUDY

Dr. Divya Gosai*

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Abstract

Ovarian cysts can appear at any age during a female's reproductive life and can cause a variety of menstrual disorders such as dysmenorrhea and irregular periods by disrupting anatomical and physiological integrity. Benign tumors of ovaries are becoming the most common gynecological disorders in reproductive age group. Benign tumors of ovary can be compared with Vata Kaphaja Artava Dushti in terms of Ayurveda. Methodology: A 26-year-old woman presented in the OPD of Parul Ayurved Hospital, with the complaints of Irregular Menstruation, Pain during menses since 2-3 years and burning Micturition since 1 week. Patient was assessed before and after treatment and successful alleviation of the cyst was evident in the sonography as well as patient got relief symptomatically in her menstruation. Conclusion: In Ayurveda treatment regimens can be tailored based on constitution (Prakriti) of individual as well as symptoms demonstrated by the patients, adverse effects, and clinical response to treatment. Shodhana Chikitsa has shown promising results in the management of symptoms associated with menstruation and benign tumors of ovaries associated with gynecological symptoms.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Artava Dushti, Benign tumors, Granthi, ovarian cyst, Virechana.