Abstract

CALENDULA AS AN ADJUNCT THERAPY FOR SUPPURATION CONTROL AND ENHANCED HEALING IN LSCS RECOVERY

^*Dr. Falguni Pilot and Heta Anil Bhai Patel

Abstract

Calendula, commonly known as marigold, is a plant of the Asteraceae family with a rich history of medicinal use. This plant possesses a variety of bioactive compounds, including steroids, terpenoids, triterpenoids, phenolic acids, flavonoids, carotenoids, and essential oils. These compounds confer significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anticancer properties to Calendula, making it a promising candidate for treating various skin conditions, particularly skin wounds.in my case single subject with lacerated caesarean wound was treated with calendula 200 C thrice a day for 7 days. Wound healing process was closely monitored and results show significant reduction in Suppuration and granulation to approx. 80% faster compared to typical wound healing. Notably no pus formation was observed during healing process, suggest that calendula effectively prevented infections. Additionally Wound exhibited minimal scarring. These findings suggest calendula may serve as an effective natural remedy for accelerating wound healing and preventing infection.

Keywords: calendula officinalis, Wound healing, Suppuration, LSCS.