AGNI KARMA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF CERVICAL EROSION (KARNINI YONIVYAPAD): A CASE STUDY

Cervical erosion, clinically termed cervical ectopy, is a common gynecological condition where delicate glandular cells appear on the outer surface of the cervix. Many women with this condition experience bothersome symptoms like excessive vaginal discharge, spotting between periods, pain during intercourse, or a persistent feeling of pelvic heaviness. While modern medicine offers treatments such as electrocautery or cryotherapy, these can sometimes be expensive, require advanced infrastructure, or lead to post-procedural scarring. This case study presents a 32-year-old female patient diagnosed with cervical erosion who was treated with Agni karma (therapeutic cauterization) using Rajata Shalaka (silver probe). The procedure was performed in an outpatient setting following classical Ayurvedic protocols. The patient experienced complete resolution of symptoms within two weeks and colposcopic evidence of healing at eight weeks follow-up. No recurrence was observed over six months. This case demonstrates that Agni karma offers a simple, affordable, and effective alternative for managing cervical erosion, particularly in resource-limited settings.