Clinical Efficacy of Ayurveda Treatment Regimen on Infertility associated with Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Hypothyroidism- A Case Study

Pooja  Dadhich; Anjali Jain; Dr. Mayank  Gupta; Prof. (Dr.) B. Pushpalatha; Prof. (Dr.) Bharathi K.

doi:10.63247/3048-7390.vol.1.issue5.14

Authors

Dr. Pooja Dadhich National Institute of Ayurveda (DU), Jaipur Author https://orcid.org/0009-0008-5828-0101
Dr. Anjali Jain National Institute of Ayurveda (DU), Jaipur Author https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1186-6865
Dr. Mayank Kumar Gupta National Institute of Ayurveda (DU), Jaipur Author https://orcid.org/0009-0008-7122-2045
Prof. (Dr.) B. Pushpalatha National Institute of Ayurveda (DU), Jaipur Author https://orcid.org/0009-0003-2281-6385
Prof. (Dr.) Bharathi K. National Institute of Ayurveda (DU), Jaipur Author https://orcid.org/0009-0000-7457-6633

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63247/3048-7390.vol.1.issue5.14

Keywords:

Infertility, Phalaghrita, Balabeej Churna, Polycystic Ovaries, Hypothyroidism

Abstract

Infertility is a widespread issue affecting approximately one in six couples attempting to conceive. In Ayurveda, it is referred to as Vandyatva and is elaborately described. Acharya Charaka describes several factors responsible for Vandhyatva (infertility), including Yonidosha (gynecological disorders), Mansika-Abhitapa (mental stress), Shukra-Artava Dosha (sperm and ovum abnormalities), Ahara-Vihara Dosha (dietary and lifestyle irregularities), Akalyoga (improper timing of intercourse) and Bala-Kshaya (reduced physical strength). Main Clinical Finding: A 30-year-old female patient reached the hospital with the complaint of wants issues for 1.5 years. Her menses were delayed, presented in the occurring in every 40-50 days with normal flow since 2 year. Diagnosis: Her ultrasonography finding revealed bilateral polycystic ovaries and also diagnosed with hypothyroidism & Husband factor- Semen analysis was normal. Interventions: Ayurveda treatment, including a oral medications (Tablet Leptaden, Phalaghrita and Balabeej Churna) at different stages of menstrual cycle for 4 month. Outcome: The patient missed her period after 4 months of treatment and urine pregnancy test was found positive. Conclusion: The Ayurvedic treatment effectively regulated the patient's menstrual cycle and improved her reproductive health. After four months of therapy with Leptaden, Phalasarpi, and Balabeej Churna, she successfully conceived. The positive pregnancy test indicates the potential benefits of Ayurveda in managing PCOS and hypothyroidism-related infertility. This case highlights the role of holistic interventions in restoring hormonal balance and fertility.

Author Biographies

Dr. Pooja Dadhich , National Institute of Ayurveda (DU), Jaipur

PG Scholar, Dept. of Prasutitantra & Striroga
Dr. Anjali Jain , National Institute of Ayurveda (DU), Jaipur

Ph.D.Scholar, Dept. of Prasutitantra & Striroga
Dr. Mayank Kumar Gupta, National Institute of Ayurveda (DU), Jaipur

PG Scholar, Department of Saṁhitā and Maulika Siddhānta
Prof. (Dr.) B. Pushpalatha, National Institute of Ayurveda (DU), Jaipur

Professor, Dept. of Prasutitantra & Striroga
Prof. (Dr.) Bharathi K., National Institute of Ayurveda (DU), Jaipur

Professor & Head, Dept. of Prasutitantra & Striroga

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