Abstract

HYDROCELE INAYURVEDA: UNDERSTANDING, MANAGEMENT, AND HOLISTIC HEALING

Dr. Sanjay Gurjar* and Dr. Rajesh Kumar Gupta

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Abstract

The term "hydrocele" is used in the ancient Indian medical system known as ayurveda to describe this condition under vriddhi roga. hydrocele can be compared to mutravriddhi. The term "vriddhi" refers to a pathological fluid buildup (dosha & dhatu), although the major cause of mutravridhi is an increase in vata dosha. Mutravridhi is one of the most common types of Vriddhi roga. hydrocele as an imbalance primarily in the Apana Vata, a subtype of Vata dosha governing the lower abdomen and pelvis. The condition is often attributed to factors such as dietary indiscretions, unhealthy lifestyle choices, suppression of natural urges, and activities that aggravate Vata dosha. Ayurveda offers a holistic approach to understanding and managing hydrocele. Ayurvedic management of hydrocele aims at restoring doshas balance, especially Vata, and facilitating the body's innate healing mechanisms. Key components of treatment include dietary adjustments, herbal remedies, lifestyle modifications, yoga, and, in some cases, Panchakarma therapies.

Keywords: Hydrocele, vriddhi roga, mutravriddhi.