Critical analysis of Galaganda with special reference to Goitre

  • Maithreyee Post Graduate Scholar, Department of PG Studies in Shalya Tantra, Srikalabyraveshwara Swamy Ayurvedic Medical College, Hospital and Research centre, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
  • Sheshashaye B. Professor, Department of PG Studies in Shalya Tantra, Srikalabyraveshwara Swamy Ayurvedic Medical College, Hospital and Research centre, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
Keywords: Galaganda, Galapradesha, Kaphaja Nanatmaja Vikara, Goitre

Abstract

In classical texts Galaganda mainly caused due to kapha dosha predominance. Vitiated Vata and Kapha are responsible for Abnormal functioning of thyroid gland. In Sutrasthana of Sushrutha Samhitha[1] it explains that water from Himalayan ranges produce Galaganda. Galaganda Sthana will be Galapradesha which can be correlated to Goitre which will be manifested as large swelling in neck region. This Goitre, refers to the abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland. Today endemic Goitre[2] is common due to iodine deficiency in water. various other factors such as autoimmune disorders, nodular growths, and thyroid malignancies contribute to its development. Treatment includes holistic approach like Shodana like Raktamokshana, Nasya, Anushastra like Agnikarma, Prachanna, Aushadi Prayoga Viddhakarma.[3] Some life style modifications like Yoga, Pranayama which helps in proper blood circulation which further helps in controlling hyper and hypo activities of gland. In the modern era, surgical interventions have significantly advanced, offering effective treatment options for patients with Symptomatic Goitre.[4] Concept of Pathya Apathya[5] has major role in treating disease. Some foods like cabbage, mustard, turnip contain Goitrins[6] which become reason for deteriorating condition. Main objective is to understand relation between Galaganda and Goitre as per classics wherever possible.

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DOI: 10.21760/jaims.10.7.30
Published: 2025-08-05
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Maithreyee, Sheshashaye B. Critical analysis of Galaganda with special reference to Goitre. J Ayurveda Integr Med Sci [Internet]. 2025Aug.5 [cited 2025Aug.13];10(7):201 -207. Available from: https://jaims.in/jaims/article/view/4492
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