INTEGRATIVE AYURVEDIC APPROACH IN THE MANAGEMENT OF CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE: A CASE REPORT AND THERAPEUTIC INSIGHTS
Acharya Manish Ji, Dr. Gitika Chaudhary*, Dr. Richa, Dr. Suyash Pratap Singh and Dr. Manjeet Singh
ABSTRACT
Renal failure, a significant condition leading to decreased kidney function, manifests when renal capacity falls below 15% of normal, often progressing to end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). Contributory factors for acute kidney failure include low blood pressure, urinary tract obstruction, haemolytic uremic syndrome and certain medications, whereas chronic kidney failure is frequently caused by diabetes, hypertension, polycystic kidney disease and nephrotic syndrome. Differentiation between acute and chronic kidney failure involves clinical indicators like elevated creatinine levels and reduced urine output in acute cases, while chronic cases often show a glomerular filtration rate below 15 mL/min or require renal replacement therapies. In this report, present the case of a 63-year-old female with known chronic kidney disease stage V (CKD V), hypertension and IHD, who presented at Jeena Sikho Lifecare Ltd. Hospital with symptoms of bilateral pedal oedema, swelling on both upper limbs, nausea, vomiting, severe body aches, weakness and disturbed sleep. She underwent Ayurvedic treatment, which included Panchakarma therapy, Ayurvedic medicines, dietary adjustments and lifestyle modifications. This case highlights the potential role of Ayurveda in providing integrative support for chronic kidney disease and improving the quality of life for patients in advanced stages of renal failure.
Keywords: Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypertension, Coronary Artery Disease, Ayurveda, Panchakarma, Vrikka Vikara.
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