An Ayurvedic insight in the management of Viral Conjunctivitis - A Case Report

Abstract

Conjunctivitis is a common and highly contagious condition of eye, posing a significant global burden due to its high potential for outbreaks, prevalence, and associated economic and societal costs. 80% of the conjunctivitis cases have viral origin and usually have longer course, commonly occurs as epidemics in families, offices, etc. Hence, there is a need to intervene at the exact stage to prevent its further progress. Also, in conventional system of medicine, topical eye drops and symptomatic management is the current treatment modality. So, there is a need for Ayurvedic intervention in the scenario. In this case report, an effort has been initiated to get an insight in the management of Viral conjunctivitis. A 60-year-old male patient presented with watering of both eyes, associated with photophobia and itching. On Ocular examination, the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva were congested in both eyes. The treatment protocol was adopted as per Ayurvedic principles mentioned in Raktaja Abhishyanda (~viral conjunctivitis). Bidalaka (~application of medicated paste over eyelids) with Mukkadi Churna was done along with Mahamanjishtadi Kashaya internally and Triphala eye wash was advised. Patient got cured completely without reporting any adverse events within a week. No recurrence was observed even after one month of halted treatment. Altogether, Ayurvedic treatment led to a speedy and complete recovery in this case of Viral conjunctivitis.