AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF VRIKK VIKAR (CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE) WITH MUTRAVAH STROTODUSHTI AND HYPERTENSION: A CASE STUDY

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), understood in Ayurveda as a progressive disorder of the MutravahaSrotas, primarily arises from the vitiation of Vata and KaphaDoshas, often accompanied by AgniDushti and AmaSanchaya. This case study presents the successful Ayurvedic management of a 33-year-old male diagnosed with CKD,who exhibited significant renal dysfunction. The patient was managed through a comprehensive Ayurvedic regimen comprising NidanParivarjan, Ahar-ViharParimarjan, Panchakarma therapies, and ShamanChikitsa with Rasayan and hepatoprotective formulations. The treatment aimed to pacify aggravated Doshas, enhance Agni, eliminate Ama, and restore the function of MutravahStrotas. Marked clinical improvements were observed in renal parameters, vitality, and systemic symptoms over a one month period. This case highlights the potential of classical Ayurvedic interventions in the integrative management of CKD and underscores the importance of individualized care, lifestyle modification, and Rasayan therapy in chronic systemic disorders.