Ayurvedic Synergy: Combining Principles for Optimal PCOD Management - A Case Study

Abstract

PCOD is like an opera where the ovaries take center stage, but the script gets rewritten, leading to an unpredictable performance. The exact cause is still unknown, but several identified factors that contribute to its development are Hormonal imbalance, Genetic factor, Environmental toxins, Stress, Disturbed lifestyle, Disruption in body's natural rhythms. PCOD is not directly stated in the Samhita, but clinically it is similar to Aartavavaha Strotas Dushti, Nastaartava, Granthi, and Pushpaghni Jataharini. In the present case study, A 24year old married woman came to OPD of PTSR department of IAS&R, Kurukshetra with clinical features such as irregular menses with scanty flow, mood swings, disturbed sleep, Mild acne on face, bloating etc. Patient was a diagnosed case of PCOD as she had already visited allopathic hospitals. Her USG report shows multiple small follicles in Necklace pattern in bilateral ovaries. Hormone test shows LH-FSH ratio value >2.50. Blood reports suggestive of Hb-9.0g%,vit D₃-16.76ng/ml, vit B₁₂ - 245. She had undergone hormonal therapy for 3 months and later discontinued the treatment. This case was managed by Tab. Sukumaram Kashayam,Tablet Gynocyst, Tila Granules, Dashmoolarishta and Kaumaryasava, Diet &Lifestyle intervention along with Matra Basti of Sahacharadi Taila mixed with Murchhit Tila Taila. This treatment gave very significant result related to overall health of the patient.