The Efficacy of Shatahvadi Dhoompaana and Vyaghri Taila Nasya in the Management of Vataj Pratishyaya W.S.R. to Allergic Rhinitis: A Single Case Study
Author : Dr. Uma Kirar, Dr. Jagruti Richhariya, Dr. Shubhangi Lohakare and Dr. Rajendra Singh Patel
Abstract :
Pratishyaya is diseases of Nasa and Shiras associated with respiratory system, the current scenario of pollutant environment increases such types of cases therefore incidences of allergic rhinitis (Pratishyaya) increases day by day. Inevitable pollution, climate variation, poor dietary habits etc. mainly triggers pathogenesis of Pratishyaya. Pratishyaya is Kapha-vata predominating disease which also involves vitiation of Pranavaha and Rasavaha Srotas. Vataja Pratishyaya is a common disorder explained in Ayurveda having similar signs and symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis. Many treatment modalities are also explained by Acharya’s for this disease, according to condition of patient and progression of disease. Many research scholars, ayurvedic practitioners have tried various medicines for the alleviation of the problems of vataja pratishyaya (allergic rhinitis).
Aim: In this case study management of vataj pratishyaya with shatahvadi dhumapana and vyaghri taila nasya were discussed.
Material and Method: A 36 yr. old female patient visited ENT OPD of shalakya tantra, Mansarovar Ayurvedic Medical College Hospital and research centre Bhopal (M.P.) on 04/12/2023 with excessive sneezing, blocking of the nose, watery discharge from nose and eyes, foreign body sensation/itching in nose since 1 month. We started shatahvadi dhumapana and vyaghri taila nasya procedure (once a day) for 7days.
Discussion & Conclusion: In the present study, shatahvadi dhumapana and vyaghri taila nasya is effective and safe therapeutic procedure in the management of vataj pratishyaya.
Keywords :
Vataja Pratishyaya, Allergic Rhinitis, Vyaghri Taila Nasya, Shatahvadi Dhoompana
