Anorectal Diseases: An Ayurvedic Review

Anorectal diseases are a group of disorders that affect the anal canal and rectum, commonly including hemorrhoids, fissures, and fistulas.Ayurveda provides a detailed classification, etiology, and therapeutic approach to these diseases, often termed as Arsha, Parikartika, and Bhagandara respectively.Management in Ayurveda includes both internal and external medications, Shodhana (bio-cleansing therapies), surgical techniques like Ksharasutra, and lifestyle correction.The Ayurvedic approach addresses the root cause and emphasizes long-term relief and prevention.This review presents a concise yet comprehensive understanding of anorectal diseases from the Ayurvedic perspective with a correlation to modern concepts.