Author:
Suman Pallavi,Ansari Kainat
Abstract
Fistula in Ano is a chronic inflammatory condition having a tubular structure with an opening in the Anorectal
canal at one end and the surface of the perineum or perianal skin on the other end. Fistula-in ano is one such condition that is prone to recurrence even after repeated surgery and can be effectively treated by Ayurvedic medicines. Ksharasutra is one of the chief modalities in the treatment of Bhagandara in Ayurvedic science. Here is a
case report of 31 years male patient with chief complaints of pain and pus discharge from the perianal region presented to Shalya OPD on Oct 14, 2022. After his consent, Ksharsutra treatment was planned with Saptaparna
Snuhi Ksharsutra, along with some oral medications. The treatment continued for a period of 1 month, and the
patient was kept on follow-up for 6 months having no reoccurrence or any other complaints.
Publisher
International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
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