Abstract

AYURVEDA MANAGEMENT OF YAKRUTHODARA W.S.R TO ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE – A CASE STUDY

Dr. Rakhesh H. K.* and Dr. A. S. Patil

Abstract

Yakruth is the Moola of Raktavaha Srotas, formed by the actions of Samana Vayu, Dehoshma, and Rakta Dhatu. Its main function is the Ranjana of Rasa Dhatu. Yakruthodara, a type of Udhara Roga, is characterized by enlargement of the liver, loss of appetite, retention of urine, constipation, and abdominal pain. Alcoholic Liver Disease is liver damage caused by chronic excessive alcohol intake. It develops due to acetaldehyde toxicity, oxidative stress, and alcohol-induced inflammation. Major contributing factors include long-term heavy drinking, malnutrition, and genetic predisposition. Alcoholic Liver Disease progresses through fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, and alcoholic cirrhosis. The present case involves a 42-year-old male, a known case of hypertension for 6 years, with a 20-year history of chronic alcoholism, who presented with gradual onset of yellowish discoloration of eyes, dark-colored urine, pain and swelling in the right hypochondrium, loss of appetite, nausea, and hard stools. After thorough examination, the patient was diagnosed with Yakruthodara. He was advised to discontinue Madya Sevana, and was treated with Siravyadha and Shamana Aushadhis for 3 months. Following treatment, the patient showed significant improvement with relief from symptoms and considerable reduction in hepatomegaly. This case highlights that Nidana Parivarjana, proper Pathya Sevana, and appropriate Shodhana–Shamana Chikitsa play a crucial role in the effective management of Yakruthodara.

Keywords: Yakruthodhara, ALD, Siravyadha etc.