Combining Ayurvedic Practices for Chronic Kidney Disease (Vrikka Vikara) Management: A Case Report
Author : Acharya Manish, Dr. Gitika Chaudhary, Dr. Richa, Dr. Jagdish Prasad Kumawat and Dr. Tanu Rani
Abstract :
This case study examines the efficacy of integrating Ayurvedic treatment approaches with conventional care for chronic kidney disease (CKD) Vrikka Vikara in a 33-year-old male diagnosed three years prior, also suffering from chronic constipation, hyperacidity, anaemia, hypertension, and a skin disorder. Initially, the patient presented with high blood urea (147.9 mg/dl) and serum creatinine levels (9.67 mg/dl), alongside severe fatigue, as evidenced by a score of 6 on the Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), and a significantly impacted quality of life with a 30% score on the Kidney Disease Quality of Life Short Form (KDQOL-SF).
Over a treatment period of five months, the patient was managed using Ayurvedic principles focusing on dietary modifications, lifestyle changes, and specific interventions aimed at correcting doshic imbalances and enhancing renal function. Post-treatment assessments showed a noticeable improvement in renal function, with blood urea and creatinine levels reducing to 106.8 mg/dl and 7.50 mg/dl, respectively. Additionally, the patient's FSS score improved to 3, and his KDQOL-SF score increased to 70%, reflecting enhanced overall health and well-being. This study underscores the potential benefits of an Ayurveda Treatment approach to CKD, to improve clinical outcomes and life quality. The results advocate for further research into standardized protocols that leverage both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicine for managing complex chronic diseases effectively.
Keywords :
Vrikka Vikara, Ayurveda Practices, CKD, Renal function.
