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Dandruff is one of the commonest scalp disorders of high cosmetic value. The clinical features include skin flaking, pruritus, irritation, feeling of a tight or dry scalp and hairfall. These symptoms are mentioned in Ayurveda classics as Twak Sphutana, Kandu, Kesha Bhoomi Rukshata, Keshachyuti in Darunaka described under Kapaalaroga by Acharya Vagbhata. Contemporary treatment of Dandruff advocates prescription that is highly expensive. Thus, there is a need for cost effective, simple and safe intervention in the management of the same. In the present study, a 26-year-old female having the features of Chronic Dandruff was treated with Masha Kanji Shirolepa. Marked improvement in the signs and symptoms were observed after treatment.

Sheetada is explained elaborately in Ayurveda as a type of Dantamoolagataroga (periodontal diseases) In Ayurvedic classics several treatment modalities such as Pratisarana, Gandoosha and Kavala have been mentioned for the management of Sheetada. Kushtadi choorna Yoga is one such formulation which is documented in Ayurvedic literature for treating oral cavity disorders like Raktasrava (bleeding), Kandu (itching) and Ruja (pain). Its anti-inflammatory, antioxidative and antimicrobial factors helps to maintain the strength of gingiva. Gingivitis is an inflammatory response of the gingiva without destruction of the supporting tissues. Inflamed gingiva is clinically recognized by the signs of inflammation such as redness of the gingiva, swelling, bleeding and exudation. In the present study, a 26 year old male having the features of Sheetada was treated with Kushtadi choorna Pratisarana. Marked improvement in the signs and symptoms were observed after treatment.

Acharya Vagbhatahas explained nine Sandhigata Rogasand Krimigranthiis one among them. Signs and symptoms of Krimigranthican be analyzed with seborrheic blepharitis which is one of the commonly encountered eye lid margin diseases in OPD. Study shows that 50 percent of population develop the disease with increasing age and contact lens usage. Treatments mentioned for Krimigranthiinclude Swedana, Bhedana and pratisarana. This case is of a female patient who complained of itching over both eyes, foreign body sensation, burning sensation, watering of eyes and falling of eyelashes since two years which gets aggravated on exposure to dry climate, increased Visual Display Terminals (VDT) usage & reduced sleep. Anjanawith Saindhavadi Rasakriya Anjanawas given for 15 days. Significant reduction in signs and symptoms were observed after the treatment

Furunculosis (Localized Otitis externa) is a condition that causes localized inflammation of external ear. Ear pain (Otalgia), redness (erythema) and edema are the most common symptoms found in localized otitis externa. Clinical features of furunculosis can be analyzed under the Lakshanas (signs and symptoms) of Karnashoola (Otalgia). Karnashoola is described as a symptom and as a separate disease entity in Ayurveda. Acharya Sushruta has mentioned about Arkankura (tender leaves of Arka) in the form of eardrop to treat the Karnashoola. This paper aims to highlight the clinical efficacy of Arka patra (leaves of Calotropis gigantea Linn.B.Rr) in Arka (distilled product) form as Karnapichu (aural pack) in the management of localized otitis externa. Arka patra is selected because of its Katu rasa, Tikshna guna, Ushna veerya, Kaphavatahara and Shothahara property. The paper makes a short discussion on the mode of action of Arka patra Arka in the form of Karnapichu based on its bio availability. The present case study highlights all the above said points. Significant changes in reduction of pain and edema were observed.

Total hip arthroplasty evolved as a result of many improvements of designs of components, availability of suitable component materials and manufacturing techniques. To contend successfully with the many problems that occur and to evaluate new concepts and implants, a working knowledge of biomechanical principles, materials, and design also is necessary. The metal-on-polyethylene articulation remains the standard in total hip arthroplasty. All the patients were contacted for clinical and radiological assessment through postal and personal communication. All 22 patients attended the review arthritis clinic on a previously provided appointment date. The diagnosis, preoperative assessment, operation records and follow up radiographs of these patients were systematically reviewed from the available hospital data. There was no statistical significance in the final outcome with relation to age, sex, laterality, femoral stem size, acetabular cup size or for acetabular inclination angle.

Panchakarma plays an important role in Ayurveda, which does the function of cleansing the body from Doshas. Among them, Nasya is mainly indicated for Urdhwajatrugata Vikaras, in which Doshas are eliminated by means of the nearest possible opening, the nose. Netra, being considered as the important Indriya among others, should be protected with utmost care. Considering Ama-Nirama concept of Netra, treatment of Netra Roga is decided in which Sthanika Dosha Shodhana is very essential. For that, Nasya Karma is considered as an option among other Shodhana Karmas. A proper Shodhana at proper stage of a disease can avoid unnecessary surgeries even. Benefits of Nasya Karma in Netra Rogas are already proved through various previous studies. This article is an attempt to conceptually analyze the role of Nasya Karma in Netra Rogas through various literature sources of Ayurveda and contemporary science. How to cite this article:Swathi AC, Naveen BS, Viswam A, Namboodiri K. Conceptual Analysis of Nasya Karma in Netra Rogas. J Adv Res Ayur Yoga Unani Sidd Homeo 2020; 7(3&4): 11-15. DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2394.6547.202007

According to WHO 60% of factors related to individual health and quality of life are mutually related to lifestyle. Over 61% of all deaths in India are due to lifestyle or Non Communicable Diseases. Diabetes and diabetic retinopathy have been emerging as an important non communicable disease affecting eye. Prameha leading to dristigata roga based on the basic principles of Ayurveda and effect on netrapatalas leading progressively to timira, kacha, linganasha thereupon is analysed. Charaka Samhita, Sushrutha Samhitha, Ashtanga Hridaya and various research articles and contemporary science books of the concerned subject are referred. Management of the condition involves Nidana Parivarjana and the treatments as per Ayurvedic classics help in Samprapti Vighatana thereby giving relief to the patient. Proper and timely treatment by Ayurveda helps in reversing damage to the eyes and better management of the condition.

Background: Thyroid diseases are among the most common endocrine disorders seen in all age groups. The present study was conducted to determine parenchymal thyroid diseases using Ultrasonography (USG) in adult patients. Subjects and Methods: This study was conducted on 140 adult patients. Patients were divided into five groups such as Group I (normal); Group II had first detected, early untreated Hashimoto disease (EH); Group III comprised of chronic Hashimoto patients that are under treatment and/or follow up (H); Group IV had multinodular parenchymal hyperplasia (M); and Group V had nodular hyperplasia with Hashimoto (HM). They underwent spectral Doppler ultrasound and acoustic radiation force impulse using Siemens ACUSON S2000 machine. Results: The mean RI in group I was 0.54, in group II was 0.56, in group III was 0.42, in group IV was 0.48 and in group V was 0.49, mean AT in group I was 26.2, in group II was 25.3, in group III was 71.3, in group IV was 46.2 and in group V was 45.1, mean SWV in group I was 1.54, in group II was 1.72, in group III was 1.20, in group IV was 1.46 and in group V was 1.65. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: Authors found that resistivity index, acceleration time and shear wave velocity together are reliable for differential diagnosis of parenchymal thyroid diseases.

Background: Radiologist perform tedious task of reporting in this fast growing health sector. The present study was conducted to determine non-radiation occupational hazards faced by radiologists.Materials & Methods: The present study was conducted on 114 radiologists who agreed to participate in the study. Information regarding film based versus workstation reporting, working hours, musculoskeletal injuries, depression, the causes of stress etc. was recorded to assess various mental health issues. Results: Forty radiologists had >10 years of experience, 50 had 5-10 years and 24 had 1-5 years, 50 were working n USG only, 34 predominantly workstation based and 30 predominantly film based, 50 used to work >70 hours per week, 39 between 40-70 hours and 25 less than 25 hours per week. Various non- radiation occupational hazards were neck pain in 78, shoulder pain in 65, wrist pain in 96, elbow pain in 53, tenosynovitis in 68, carpal tunnel syndrome in 34, chronic eye strain in 70, needle prick injury in 25, varicose veins in 35, depression in 60 and burnout in 52 radiologists. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: Authors found that various non- radiation occupational hazards such as neck pain, shoulder pain, wrist pain, tenosynovitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic eye strain, varicose veins and depression

Paravartajanya vikara is the lack of ability of the eye to focus the rays of light on to the retina, one such vikara is dooradrishti where in light focuses behind the retina. Various modalities of Ayurvedic treatments are tried, tested and proved efficaciously in this single case study which is presented.

Migraine is a common disabling primary headache disorder. Epidemiological studies have documented its high prevalence and high socio-economic and personal impacts. It is now ranked by the World Health Organization as number 19 among all diseases worldwide causing disability. Headaches in women, particularly migraine, have been related to changes in the levels of the female hormone estrogen during a woman’s menstrual cycle. Estrogen levels drop immediately before the start of the menstrual flow. Premenstrual migraines regularly occur during or after the time when the female hormones, estrogen and progesterone, decrease to their lowest levels.1 Ayurveda advocates management of ardhavabedhaka is to treat it as vatavyadhi, and also due to apana vata vaigunya in the yoni during rajaswala there will be vataja shula in different parts of the body and specially burning type of pain in the shiras, thus the main line of management should aim at treating the vata vaigunya rather than symptomatic treatment.2,3 This article aims at putting forth a few herbs, which can probably help in managing the intensity of migraine attack.

Shiras or the head is considered as the uttamangai.e a very vital part which shelters all the sense organs and also the seat of prana or life. Ayurveda advocates various therapeutic procedures in name of maastishkya in order to protect the head and sense organs. Maastishkya is a mode of oleating/nourishing the head in order to obtain the above aims. These therapeutic modalities, if practiced regularly, improve and sustain the sense organs, facilitate smooth facial skin, improve the strength of the skull, promote hair growth and avoid the incidence of headache.

Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2)–derived prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) plays a role in the development and progression of epithelial malignancies. Measurements of urinary PGE-M, a stable metabolite of PGE2, reflect systemic PGE2 levels. Here, we investigated whether urinary PGE-M levels were elevated in healthy tobacco users and in patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). Median urinary PGE-M levels were increased in healthy tobacco quid chewers [21.3 ng/mg creatinine (Cr); n = 33; P = 0.03] and smokers (32.1 ng/mg Cr; n = 31; P < 0.001) compared with never tobacco quid chewers-never smokers (18.8 ng/mg Cr; n = 30). Urinary PGE-M levels were also compared in OSCC patients versus healthy tobacco users. An approximately 1-fold increase in median urinary PGE-M level was found in OSCC patients (48.7 ng/mg Cr, n = 78) versus healthy controls (24.5 ng/mg Cr, n = 64; P < 0.001). We further determined whether baseline urinary PGE-M levels were prognostic in OSCC patients who underwent treatment with curative intent. A nearly 1-fold increase in baseline urinary PGE-M levels (64.7 vs. 33.8 ng/mg Cr, P < 0.001) was found in the group of OSCC patients who progressed (n = 37) compared with the group that remained progression free (n = 41). Patients with high baseline levels of urinary PGE-M had both worse disease-specific survival [HR, 1.01 per unit increase; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.01–1.02; P < 0.001] and overall survival (HR, 1.01 per unit increase; 95% CI, 1.00–1.02; P = 0.03). Taken together, our findings raise the possibility that NSAIDs, prototypic inhibitors of PGE2 synthesis, may be beneficial for reducing the risk of tobacco-related aerodigestive malignancies or treating OSCC patients with high urinary PGE-M levels. Cancer Prev Res; 9(6); 428–36. ©2016 AACR.