Treatment principles of Ayurveda to manage Kamala (Jaundice): A case study

Abstract

Abstract Jaundice is a condition, in which hyperbilirubinemia is found along with yellowish discoloration of the sclera, skin, mucous membrane, and interstitial fluid. The causes of jaundice are hemolytic diseases, hepatocellular dysfunction, and obstructive disorders of the hepatobiliary system. Clinical manifestations of jaundice arise when the blood bilirubin level exceeds 2.5 mg/dL. Jaundice can be put under the heading of Kamala described in Ayurvedic texts. A 12-year-old girl was visited in the outpatient department of the Kayachikitsa department at Ch. Brahm Prakash Ayurved Charak Sansthan with the chief complaints of low appetite, gaseous abdomen, yellowish discoloration of sclera, weakness, and vertigo for 1 week. The patient was investigated in the hospital and was diagnosed Jaundice with investigation. The patient was effectively managed by the combination of Phaltrikadi Kwath 20 mL empty stomach in the morning, combined powder of Katuki Churna 1 g and Bhumi Amalaki Churna 1 g after food with lukewarm water twice a day, and 15 mL of Abhyarishta at night with normal water was given. The outcome was assessed based on symptoms, and lab investigations showed profound results. Therefore, it can be said that these medications are quite successful in treating jaundice.