Abstract

KAPHAJ PRATISHAYA MANAGEMET; A HOLOSTIC APROACH TO RESPIRATORY HEALTH WITH CLASSICAL VIRECHAN FOLLOWED BY SHAMAN AUSHADA - A CASE STUDY

Dr. Rathi S.*

Abstract

Kaphaj Pratishyaya is a Sanskrit term that refers to a specific type of rhinitis or nasal congestion in Ayurvedic medicine. It is caused by an imbalance of the Kapha dosha, which is responsible for the body’s structure and lubrication. With signs and symptoms of Kaphaja Pratishyaya is characterized by: Excessive mucus production, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Sneezing, Coughing, Headache, Heaviness in the head and face, Loss of smell and taste. A 26 years old male patient came to OPD of shalakya tantra Dept, SJIIM Bengaluru with complaints of nasal block since 3 years associated with headache, post nasal drip, breathing difficulty since 6 months. In this case is treated with classical virechana followed by shaman Aushadi. The subject showed marked improvement symptomatically. Treatment modalities which are adopted in this case helps for restoring the health.

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