Abstract

MANAGEMENT OF HYPOTHYROIDISM IN ACCORDANCE WITH DOSHIK CONCEPT- A CRITICAL ANALYSIS

Dr. Sowjanya J.*

ABSTRACT

Hypothyroidism is defined as a condition which is caused due to reduced production of thyroid hormone.[1] It is of two types in which, Primary hypothyroidism is due to disease of thyroid itself, which accounts for approximately 99% of the cases. Secondary or Central hypothyroidism,[2] is a second variety with < 1% being due to TSH deficiency. In India and at Worldwide the prevalence and incidence of hypothyroidism is increasing and at present 42 million people in India have thyroid disorders, affecting one in ten adults.[3] Ayurveda a life science with holistic approach plays a vital role in this scenario. The Clinical features of hypothyroidism includes wide range of symptoms pertaining to General appearance, Respiratory system, Cardiovascular system, Digestive system, Neuromuscular system, Integumentarysystem and Reproductive system which overall impacts the impairment of Doshik aspects in the body especially Vata and Kapha Dosha. Thus in this study an humble attempt is made considering Shodanadigana Sangraha Adhyaya of Ashtanga Hrudaya Sutra Sthana as a base to critically evaluate the management of hypothyroidism in accordance with Dosha.

Keywords: Thyroid hormone, TSH deficiency, Hypothyroidism, Ashtanga Hrudaya, Shodanadigana Sangraha, Doshik aspects.