Vamana, Poorva Karma of Arshas Chikitsa, a Case Study
Author : Dr. Bhavana KG, Dr. Jyoti R Ankalagi and Dr. G S Hadimani
Abstract :
Acharya Sushruta expounds Shodhana karma as a preparatory procedure prior to surgical procedures to enable quicker &better results.Arshas an extremely common problem reported since years and its prevalence rate is highest among all anorectal disorders, it is a notably common ailment in the present decade either secondary to pregnancy or result of prolong sitting with sedentary lifestyle. The condition is clinically diagnosed with engorged venous plexus along with inflamed or prolapsed pile mass. Patient presented with mass per anum along with pain since a week. O/E pile mass at 3/7/11 O’ clock position, slimy and tender in nature, diagnosed as Kaphaja Arshas (Kaphavrutavata-dehagaurava & Pichilatwa of Arshas). Patient was subjected to Vamana as Poorva Karma with Dashamoolarista as one among Vamanopaga which aided in marked reduction in Kaphaja Bhava of Arshas (Deha gaurava as well as Pichilatwa of Arshas).
Keywords :
Arshas, panchakarma, vamana, dashamoolarishta, poorvakarma, shodhana, arishta
