AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF TUBAL BLOCKAGE: A CASE STUDY

Background: Infertility affects 10 15% of couples of reproductive age, with tubal blockage being one of the major causes. Ayurvedic management offers a complementary approach through Sodhana and Samana therapies aimed at restoring reproductive balance.

Patient Information: A 26-year-old married woman presented with a four-year history of infertility. Her menstrual cycles were regular. The husbands semen analysis was normal. Pelvic ultrasonography revealed polycystic ovarian changes, and hysterosalpingography (HSG) showed bilateral tubal blockage.

Diagnosis:The case was diagnosed as Primary infertility with bilateral tubal blockage. From an Ayurvedic perspective, the condition was diagnosed as Vandhyatwa associated with Kapha-Medo Duṣṭi and Srotorodha.

Intervention: The patient underwent four cycles of Uttar Basti with Kṣara Taila, Matra Basti with Mahanarayaṇa Taila, and Niruha Basti with Dasamula Kaṣaya, along with oral Ayurvedic formulations. Lifestyle and dietary modifications were also advised.

Outcomes: After four months of treatment, repeat HSG demonstrated restoration of tubal patency. The patient subsequently conceived naturally, and early pregnancy ultrasonography confirmed a viable intrauterine gestation. No adverse effects were reported during the course of therapy.