EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF PEDIATRIC SIALOLITHIASIS THROUGH AYURVEDA: A CASE REPORT

1Dr. Sumod Khedekar; 2Dr. Radha Upadhye; 3Dr. Avinash Karambhe; 4Dr. Suraj Patlekar; 5Dr. Ajay Chavan

Authors

1Dr. Sumod Khedekar Author
2Dr. Radha Upadhye Author
3Dr. Avinash Karambhe Author
4Dr. Suraj Patlekar Author
5Dr. Ajay Chavan Author

Abstract

Sialolithiasis is a condition characterized by swelling and hardness around Stensen’s duct due to mineral deposits (Ashmari) in the Parotid (salivary) gland. The current case of a 11-year-old female with ‘Sialolithiasis’ presented with a palpable swelling (Kathinya & Shotha) and tenderness (Sparsha-asahatva) mainly at the left mandibular joint (Hanu sandhi), below the left ear. Ayurvedic Shaman Chikitsa has proven to be efficacious in managing Sialolithiasis, with the application of appropriate Yukti Pramana. The patient was treated with external application of lepa guti over the swelling and internally Kanchanar guggul, Pathyadhi kwath and other necessary medications were prescribed. This study suggests a Potential role of Ayurveda in the comprehensive treatment of disorders like Sialolithiasis, sialadenitis, sialectasis, parotitis including mumps (Pashana-gardabh), showcasing notable symptom remission and paving the way for further exploration in integrative healthcare.