MICROALBUMINURIA IN TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS- AN AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE

Introduction: Microalbuminuria is the presence of albumin, a protein in urine. Microalbuminuria is an early sign of kidney damage or Nephropathy, a common and serious complication of Diabetes. Diabetic renal disease was originally described as glomerulopathy associated with diffuse or nodular glomerulosclerosis. Methodology: In Ayurveda there is no direct reference, which can directly be correlated with Diabetic. Based on the Complications of Diabetes mellitus, it can be related to the Upadrava of Vatika Prameha, the presence of protein in urine is a complication of untreated Diabetes, likewise in our Samhithas, it is mentioned that when Prameha if left untreated, may become Madhumeha. Results and Discussion: Madhumeha is serious condition which will affect the functions of multiple organs including kidney, the Asraya Sthana is Basthi, one among Trimarma. It is greatly important to keep the blood sugar level normal, in order to prevent one from further complications.