Understanding and approach of Ayurveda management towards a unique case of Hashimoto Thyroiditis - A Case Report

Abdul Khader; Bhagyashree Kamate

doi:10.21760/jaims.8.12.38

Abdul Khader Professor, Dept. of Kayachikitsa, Sri Kalabyraveshwara Swamy Ayurvedic Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
Bhagyashree Kamate Post Graduate Scholar, Dept. of PG Studies in Panchakarma, Muniyal Institute of Ayurveda Medical Sciences, Manipal, Karnataka, INDIA.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.8.12.38

Keywords: Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Ayurveda, Chronic Autoimmune Thyroiditis, Chronic Lymphocytic Thyroiditis

Abstract

Hashimoto thyroiditis is also known as chronic autoimmune thyroiditis and chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, is an autoimmune disease in which thyroid cells are destroyed via cell and antibody-mediated immune processes. It is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in developed countries. The Pathophysiology of Hashimoto Thyroiditis involves the formation of antithyroid antibodies that attack the thyroid tissue, causing progressive fibrosis. The condition is sometimes not diagnosed until late in the disease process. The most common laboratory findings demonstrate elevated Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) and low Thyroxine (T4) levels, coupled with increased anti thyroid peroxidase (anti-TPO) antibodies. In Ayurveda, it can be correlated with Rasavaha Sroto Vikara, Dhatwagnimandya, Vataja Pandu, Pittavruta Vata based on symptoms. Case Report: In this present study a female patient aged 37 years, known case of Hashimoto Thyroiditis since 8 years was treated with Shiro Takradhara, Sarvanga Abhynaga, Virechana and specific Shamanaushadhi’s as per signs and symptoms. Results: After 2 months of treatment there was a significant reduction in the signs and symptoms of the disease with 70% improvement in the condition.

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