AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF DIABETIC FOOT ULCERS: A REVIEW OF PATOLADI GHRITA

Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a chronic and debilitating complication of diabetes mellitus characterized by delayed wound healing, infection, and risk of amputation. In Ayurveda, diabetic foot ulcer can be correlated with Prameha Pidaka and Dushta Vrana, arising due to vitiation of Doshas, especially Kapha and Pitta, along with Rakta and Meda Dushti. Patoladi Ghrita, a classical Ayurvedic formulation, is indicated in Pitta-Kapha disorders, chronic wounds, and skin diseases. Its Shodhana, Ropana, Kledahara, and Raktaprasadana properties make it beneficial in the conservative management of diabetic foot ulcers. This article discusses the role, pharmacological actions, and therapeutic potential of Patoladi Ghrita in the management of diabetic foot ulcers.