AN AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF UDAVARTA - CASE STUDY

Authors

  • Dr. Daya M. Kalsariya
  • Dr. Anand Prakash Verma

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22159/prl.ijayush.v15i06%20(June).2069

Keywords:

Udavarta, Apana Vata, Trimarma, Basti, Virechana

Abstract

Pratiloma Gati of Apana Vayu, which causes Vata-Vin-Mutra Sanga, is the primary cause of Udavarta, the most common sickness. The primary factors include Vega Dharan, sedentary lifestyle, and diet. In addition to interfering with Trimarma's normal functions, Udavarta is a collection of symptoms (Hrida, Basti, Shira). It might be a cause of other illnesses, a symptom of other illnesses, or a sickness in and of itself. It is one of the most unappreciated illnesses. In Ayurveda, Udavarta is cured by Basti Karma, Virechana Karma, Gudavarti and others. In present case report a 54-year-old patient with severe constipation, Udara Adhmana, Gaurvata, Shirahshoola, urine retention, and weight loss were treated successfully using Sarvanga Abhyanga, Swedana, Basti and Shirodhra.

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Published

2026-06-05

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