World Journal of
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences

EFFICACY OF DASHANGA LEPA IN MANAGING GUDAVIDRADHI (ISCHIORECTAL ABSCESS): A CASE STUDY

Shilpa P. N. and Biradar Madhuri Suryakant*

ABSTRACT

Background: Aacharya Sushruta classified Gudavidradhi under the category of Abhyantara Vidradhi, which correlates with the modern concept of anorectal abscess. Anorectal abscess, particularly those located around the lower rectum and anal canal, are common acute conditions characterized by severe throbbing pain, fever, and a palpable tender mass. These abscesses are clinically significant as they can lead to the development of fistula-in-ano. Among the various types of anorectal abscesses, ischiorectal abscess is one of the most prevalent. If left untreated, it has the potential to spread to the contralateral side. Classical texts describe multiple treatment modalities based on the different stages of the condition. Materials and method: A case study of 56-year-old male patient was evaluated in the Shalya outpatient department and diagnosed with ischiorectal abscess. The patient was treated with Dashanga Lepa application for three days, utilizing its therapeutic properties. Observation and Result: This treatment adopted was notably effective, facilitating suppuration and drainage of the abscess.

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