Abstract

EFFECT OF VAMANA KARMA FOLLOWED BY SHAMANA CHIKITSA (SHUNTHI CHURNA) IN THE MANAGEMENT OF HYPOTHYROIDISM- A CASE STUDY

Nidhi Kumari*, Akhilesh Prasad Singh and S. K Tiwari

Abstract

Hypothyroidism or ‘Underactive thyroid” refers to the deficiency of thyroid hormone caused due to various reasons. The incidence and prevalence of Hypothyroidism is increasing alarmingly worldwide as people are leading sedentary lifestyle and are exposed to stress. This case study is a description of successful management of a patient suffering from hypothyroidism with several symptoms and highly raised TSH value. Presenting concerns: In this case study, a female patient of 18 years visited the Panchakarma OPD of GACH, Patna on 29.05.2024 with complaints of Puffiness of face, weight gain, abdominal distention, constipation, lower backache, lethargy, weakness, muscle aches, irregular menses, frizzy hair, dry and coarse skin, intolerance towards cold since 2years and severely cracked heels since she was a small kid. She carried laboratory investigations report with her which shows markedly increase of TSH level (22.10 μIU/ml) and slightly decreased Sr. T4 level (5.48 micrograms/dL). Method: Looking upon the symptoms, chronicity of disease and strength of patient, Vamana karma was planned for the patient followed by Shamana chikitsa (Shunthi Churna). Results: After the procedure, patient’s laboratory reports showed remarkable changes and patient got relief in symptoms as well. Discussion: Vamana Karma followed by Shamana Chikitsa (Shunthi Churna) are found to be effective in the management of Hypothyroidism.

Keywords: Hypothyroidism, Vamana Karma, Shunthi Churna.