Abstract

*Dr. Akanksha Ravindra Rangari and Dr. Jyoti Shinde

ABSTRACT

Background - Haemorrhoid is the most common disease amongst anorectal disorders and is becoming one of the common problems in the society now a day. Haemorrhoids also known as Arsha according to Ayurvedic science, are characterized by prolapse of mass, per rectal bleeding, pain, itching and discharge. Numerous treatment protocols are available for haemorrhoid in both modern and ayurvedic science. Based on the degree of haemorrhoids, the treatment strategies including conservative management and surgical intervention. Surgical management may lead to complications. So, it becomes necessary to find out the alternative effective therapy as well as affordable treatment option for the disease. Aim- To evaluate the effect of local application of Snuhiksheerharidrachurna Alepa in the management of II and III degree haemorrhoid. Material and method – Total 15 diagnosed patients of Arsha were treated with local application along with supportive adjuvant treatment. Follow up was taken weekly till the complete healing of wound. Observation –Symptoms like prolapse of pile mass, per rectal bleeding and pain were significantly reduced within 3 weeks along with sloughing of the pile mass and healing of wound. Considering overall effect, out of 15 patients 7 patients were completely cured i.e. 46.66% and 7 patients were markedly improved i.e. 46.66 % and 6.66% i. e 1 patient was moderately improved at the end of 21 days. Result – Very encouraging result was obtained with local application of Snuhiksheerharidrachurna Alepa in management of II and III degree haemorrhoid. Conclusion: Considering the properties of individual drugs, observation and result obtained as well as overall effectiveness of Snuhiksheerharidrachurna Alepa, it can be concluded that it can prove safe and effective alternative option for management of II and III degree haemorrhoid.