Shigru Kalka Pindi in Management of Kaphaj Abhishyanda: A Case Report
Author : Dr. Pratiksha Suresh Admane and Dr. Sumedha Y Kotangale
Abstract :
Abhisyanda is a very common infectious disease which affects the whole eye. 5 to 22% Population are affected by ocular allergies. The eye is Tejomayi therefore; it has always had threat by Shleshma (Kapha dosha). Kaphaja abhisyanda is a disease which arises due to various Kapha aggravating factors and due to contact with an infectious person. The patient suffers from intense itching, grittiness, discharge, redness, lacrimation, photophobia etc. [1]. Mast cell stabilizers, topical Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and steroids are the available treatment options that too with symptomatic relief and potential side effects, which limits the long-term use of these medicines [6]. Ayurvedic management of Bacterial conjunctivitis has shown some effective results in overcoming the disease with no such effects. According to Acharya Sharangdhara, Shigru Kalka Pindi was done on the patient, who had symptoms of Kaphaj Abhishyanda (Bacterial Conjunctivitis) for 7 days [2]. Kapha is said to be the predominant Dosha of Kaphaj Abhishyanda, Shigru Kalka Pindi has Kaphaghna properties (pacify Kapha Dosha); thus, will reduce the symptoms. The assessment of the condition was done before and after treatment.
Keywords :
Abhishyanda, Kaphaj Abhishyanda, Pindi, Kalka pindi, Bacterial Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis.
