AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF PRAMEHA (DIABETES): A CASE STUDY
Acharya Manish, Dr. Gitika Chaudhary*, Prof. Ish Sharma, Dr. Richa, Dr. Harendra Singh and Dr. Srijan Chaudhary
ABSTRACT
A 38-year-old male presented at Jeena Sikho Lifecare Limited Hospital in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, Indiawith symptoms such as Bahumutrata (polyuria), Atibhojana (Polyphagia), Atipipasa (Polydypsia),Vibandh (constipation),and Tanava (stress), indicative of Prameha as per Ayurvedic texts.A detailed clinical examination was conducted, and an investigation of HbA1C revealed significantly elevated levels, supporting a diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). Recognizing the risks of long-term complications such as Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), a comprehensive treatment plan was initiated. The first line of management focused on dietary regulation and lifestyle modification to help non chemically controlled blood glucose levels. Complementing this, Ayurvedic medications containing herbs such asTriphala (Emblica officinalis, Terminalia bellerrica, Terminaliachebula), Shilajit (Black Bitumen), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Neem (Azadirachta indica) and Karela (Momordica charantia) were prescribed. These herbs are known for their antidiabetic, antioxidant, and immunity-enhancing propertiesand the patient himself decided to discontinue Tablet Metformin after starting Ayurvedic treatment since 20th December 2024. After two months of thisAyurvedic treatment approach, the patient showed a marked improvement in the HbA1C levels,consistentimproved Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS),Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS), and reduced clinical symptoms. The patient reported better glycemic control and overall health improvement.
Keywords: Ayurveda, Diabetes,Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS), Prameha, Pathya-Apathya, Oja (immunity).
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