Abstract

A CASE REPORT ON GALAGANDA

Dr. Gayatri*, Dr. Garima Prateek Singh, Dr. Rajeev Kumar and Komal

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Abstract

Galaganda, as described by Acharya Sushruta in the Nidana Sthana is the condition characterized by swelling that is firmly attached to the neck and hangs loosely, resembling the appearance of a scrotum, regardless of its size, is scientifically referred to as goiter or cervical goiter. Acharya Charaka, in Trishotiya Adhyaya of the Chikitsa Sthana, classified Galaganda as an "Ekadeshiya Shotha" (Localized swelling) and categorized it under Nanatmaja Kaphaja Roga, indicating its association with Kapha dosha imbalance. Case report – In this present study, A 26-year-old Indian female patient presented with a swelling in the neck region that had been present for 2 years. The patient was treated with a combination of Punarnavaasthak kwath, Kanchnar Guggulu, Vriddhivadhika vati and Gandoosha with Fitkari (Alum) Kashaya. Result – The patient underwent 40 days of treatment with oral medication (Punarnavaasthak kwath, Kanchanar Guggulu, Vriddhivadhika vati) and Gandoosha therapy with Fitkari (Alum) Kashaya. This regimen resulted in a noticeable regression of the thyroid gland size & leading to significant relief in the associated signs and symptoms. The treatment demonstrated efficacy in managing Galaganda, providing a potential approach for faster and more effective resolution of thyroid swellings.

Keywords: Galaganda, Goitre, Sotha.