Revitalizing Renal Health: A Case Study of Integrative Ayurvedic Treatment for Chronic Kidney Disease in a Patient with Hypertension, Diabetes and Fatty Liver
Author : Acharya Manish, Dr. Gitika Chaudhary, Dr. Richa, Dr. Amandeep Singh and Dr. Tanu Rani
Abstract :
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a significant global health issue, affecting approximately 10% of the population worldwide. In low-income regions, the incidence is particularly high, exacerbated by limited access to kidney replacement therapies (KRT). In India, 17.2% of the population is affected by CKD, with diabetic nephropathy being the primary cause. Hypertension, diabetes, and obesity are major risk factors for the disease, which often progresses silently without noticeable symptoms. This case study evaluates the impact of Ayurvedic interventions in managing CKD in a 54-year-old female patient with a known case of CKD, hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), and fatty liver. The patient, under the care of Jeena Sikho Lifecare Limited Hospital, Amritsar, Punjab, received a combination of Panchakarma treatments, including Abhyangam with Dhanwantaram Tail, Shirodhara with Ksheer Bala, and Matra Basti with Sehacharadi Oil, alongside Ayurvedic formulations to improve kidney function, regulate blood sugar, and support liver health. After a 7-day treatment period, significant improvements were noted in the patient’s renal function, with a decrease in serum creatinine and urea levels, as well as enhanced eGFR. The patient also reported relief from symptoms like frothy urine and disturbed sleep. This case highlights the potential benefits of integrating Ayurvedic therapies with conventional treatment for CKD management, suggesting a promising approach for improving patient outcomes.
Keywords :
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), Ayurveda, Panchakarma, Hypertension, Type II Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), Vataj pandu, Madhumeha, Mutraj vyadhi.
