Management of Vidradhi (Abscess) through Cupping Therapy: A Case Report

<p>Vidradhi considered one of the ashukari vyadhi (acute disease) of shalya tantra in ayurveda due to its rapid progression and systemic involvement if not treated properly. Acharya sushruta has advised bhedana(incision)karma for its management. Vidradhi(abscess) is correlated with abscess in modern science. Incision and Drainage is treatment of choice for all types of abscess. Ischiorectal abscess is a common condition in anorectal abscess in which surgical intervention is advised. However, in certain cases patient not willing for surgery, not fit for surgery, unaffordable for procedure or may be due to certain other urgent priority may not undergo the procedure. Hence other modalities have to be thought of. Acharya Sushruta had advised Vedhan (piercing)and Vistravan karma (drainage) in certain conditions of Vidradhi. In present case patient was managed using Vedhan and Vistravana karma by Cupping therapy along with adjuvant drug therapy.</p>