A REVIEW OF GAIRIKADI BIDALAKA IN KAPHAJ ABHISHYANDA (BACTERIAL CONJUNCTIVITIS): A CASE STUDY
Dr. Megha Gopendra Yede* and Dr. Pravin V. Chavan
ABSTRACT
Conjunctivitis is a prevalent condition characterized by redness and inflammation of the thin tissue layer covering the front of the eye. In Ayurveda, Abhishyanda is described as a comprehensive eye disorder (Sarvagata Kaphaj Netra Roga) marked by symptoms such as heaviness (Guruta), itching (Kandu), sticky discharge (Pichila), foreign body sensation (Alpa Vedna), photophobia, and burning sensations in the eyes. Bidalaka, an Ayurvedic ocular therapy, involves applying a medicated paste to the outer eye surface, excluding eyelashes. This treatment is indicated for inflammatory eye conditions. A 20-year- old male patient diagnosed with bacterial conjunctivitis underwent Giarikadi Bidalaka therapy for seven days, resulting in a significant reduction of symptoms. Clinical assessment confirmed the efficacy of this treatment approach
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