Ayurvedic management of Enteropathic arthritis : A Case Study

Abstract

Introduction: A Female patient aged 28 years with chief complaints of reduced appetite, increased frequency of defecation, vague body ache since 10 years approached our OPD. Patient was on eldoper for the past 10 years and recently developed multiple joint pain. This can be diagnosed as Enteropathic arthritis or Vataja grahani. Materials and Methods: A set of treatment principles were adopted including Piccha Basti and Amalaki Rasayana for 30 days. Results: Soon after DeepanaPachana, frequency of defecation reduced to 3-4times/day and further reduced to 1-2 times/day after Piccha Basti. After 30 days, urge for defecation soon after food intake subsided and there was considerable reduction in multiple joint pain. Discussion: There is no cure for this condition as such in modern system of medicine. By following the treatment principles mentioned in Ayurveda, proper Samprapti Vighatana of the disease along with prevention of recurrences can be achieved.