AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF CIRRHOSIS OF LIVER WITH PORTAL HYPERTENSION - A CASE REPORT

Cirrhosis is characterized by severe liver scarring and impaired liver function, typically marks the advanced stage of chronic liver disease. Prolonged exposure to toxins such as alcohol or viral infections primarily causes scarring. Initially, it may progress slowly without noticeable symptoms. However, as liver function deteriorates, serious complications can arise. In classical Ayurvedic texts, it is mentioned as Yakritdalludara.In this case report, a male patient of 40 years of age cameas a diagnosed case of cirrhosis of liver with portal Hypertension with complaints of indigestion, constipation, weakness, nausea and acidity in the OPD of kayachiktsa,drugs such as Kayakalp kwath, Sarvakalp kwath ,Livogrit, Arogyavardhini vati, Livamrit Advance , Punarnavadi mandoor, Haritaki churna , aloe vera juice was given which are effective in pacifying the pitta dosha and purifying the blood and exhibiting immunomodulatory and hepatoprotective action, results into ultimately alleviate underlying symptoms of the patient and liver functioning.