Year: 2024 | Month: March | Volume: 14 | Issue: 3 | Pages: 105-116
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240318
An Ayurvedic Approach in Muscular Dystrophy in Children
Dr. Minaj Dosani1, Dr. Harish Kumar Singhal2
1PG Scholar, P. G. Department of Ayurveda Pediatrics, Dr. S. R. Rajasthan Ayurved University, Jodhpur, Rajasthan
2Associate Professor & Head, Post Graduate Institute of Ayurveda, Dr. S. R. Rajasthan Ayurved University, Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Corresponding Author: Dr. Minaj Dosani
ABSTRACT
Duchenne muscular dystrophy stands out as the most prevalent and severe form of childhood muscular dystrophy, impacting approximately one in every 5200 male births. It results from dystrophin deficiency, a condition inherited through X-linked recessive traits due to a missing or altered dystrophin protein encoded by the DMD gene located on chromosome Xp21. Unfortunately, this myopathy is currently incurable, often leading to mortality between the ages of 20-25. The primary pharmaceutical intervention for Duchenne muscular dystrophy involves corticosteroids, though they come with long-term negative consequences.In the realm of Ayurveda, Duchenne muscular dystrophy falls under the classification of Medomamsa dushti, attributed to Vata doshas and stemming from Bheejabagahaavyava dushti. Ayurvedic strategies for management emphasize the promotion of regeneration in neuromuscular illnesses, employing a combination of Ayurvedic oral drugs and Panchakarma therapies.
Key words: DMD, Dystrophin, Muscular Dystrophy, Medovaha Srotodushti