A CLINICAL CASE REPORT ON AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF RAKTAJA ABHISHYANDA W.S.R TO VIRAL CONJUNCTIVITIS

Abhishyanda is one of the Sarvakshigata Rogas described by Acharya Sushruta. Among them Raktaja Abhishyanda is characterized by features such as Tamrasrava (coppery red discharge), Lohita Netrata (redness of eyes), Raji (engorged blood vessels) and Daha (burning sensation) in the Netra. In modern terms, conjunctivitis refers to inflammation of the conjunctiva, presenting with redness, discharge, watering, irritation, and photophobia. Viral conjunctivitis, most commonly caused by adenoviruses, is highly contagious and accounts for 60–80% of infectious cases. In this case report, a 57-year-old male patient presented to our OPD with features resembling viral conjunctivitis, and the diagnosis was made based on clinical examination. Treatment was administered according to Ayurvedic principles, including Seka, Bidalaka, for one week. The patient recovered completely within one week, with no recurrence of symptoms during the subsequent 15-day follow-up period. While contemporary management primarily focuses on symptomatic relief through cold compresses and topical medications, the Ayurvedic approach offers effective and holistic management by Correcting dosha dusti, thereby promoting safe, cost-effective, and natural healing.