Ayurvedic management of subclinical Hypothyroidism vis-à-vis Kaphavrita Udanavata - A case report

Abstract

Hypothyroidism is a common Endocrinal as well as Metabolic disorder prevailing worldwide. The prevalence of hypothyroidism in India is 11%^[1]. Compared to coastal cities like Mumbai, Goa and Chennai, cities located inland like kolkatta, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bangalore and Hyderabad have a higher prevalence (11.7% vs 9.5%)^[2]. The highest prevalence of hypothyroidism (13.1%) is noted in people aged 46-54 years, with people aged 18-35 years being less affected (7.5%)^[3]. Subclinical hypothyroidism is a state of normal free thyroid hormone levels and mild elevation of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). With higher TSH levels and low free T₄ levels, symptoms become more readily apparent in Clinical (or overt) hypothyroidism. The incidence rate of hypothyroidism is increasing and disturbing as people are more exposed to the stressful environment, sedentary lifestyle and altered food habits. General symptoms includes Fatigue, Loss of appetite, Weight gain, Cold intolerance, Hoarsness of voice, Dry skin and Irregular menstrual cycles. In Ayurveda there is no direct correlation for Hypothyroidism but based on symptoms we can correlate this condition with Kaphavrita Udanavata. This article shows the efficacy of Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu in managing Subclinical Hypothyroidism vis-à-vis Kaphavrita Udanavata.

Key words : Subclinical Hypothyroidism, Kaphavrita udanavata, Panchatiktha Ghrita Guggulu.