Abstract

MANAGEMENT OF SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS (SLE) THROUGH AYURVEDA- A CASE STUDY

*Dr. Debashri Chakraborty and **Dr. Manir Uddin Dewan

Abstract

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease characterized by production of non-organ specific auto antibodies, primarily affecting women of child bearing age. In this case study, A 37-year-old female patient presented with symptoms of joint pain and swelling, malar rash, erythema and burning sensation of face and neck, photosensitivity and fatigue was registered in the OPD of Govt. Ayurvedic College & Hospital, Guwahati-14. Complete history, clinical evaluation and lab test confirmed the diagnosis. The condition was treated with deepan, pachan, abhyanga, virechan and shaman ausadhis leading to satisfactory results. The condition was managed as per the principle of vatarakta line of treatment. So, this paper highlights the potential benefits of ayurvedic principles and treatment module in treating patients with SLE, offering a holistic approach to mitigate symptoms and improve quality of life.

Keywords: Systemic lupus erythematosus, Vatarakta, Raktavrita vata, Saman ausadhis, Virechan.