A Comparative Study of Shigru Kwath and Yavak Kshara in the Management of Mutra Ashmari w.s.r to Urolithiasis

Abstract

he formation/cause of Ashmari, according to Ayurved Srotovaigunya, is due  to Dushit Kapha located in Basti in conjunction with Pradushit Vata and Pitta.  Dosha vitiation begins in the Mutravaha Sansthan, is catalyzed by the presence  of an incipient lesion, and is eventually blamed for the pathophysiology of  Mutrashmari. Excruciating pain over Nabhi, Vasti, or at Sevani, Medra during  micturition, sudden stoppage of urine flow, blood stained urine, twisting and  slitting of urine, aggravation of pain during running, toileting, and other  symptoms of Mutrashmari continue in accordance with symptoms of  urolithiasis as defined by modern science. Urolithiasis is the third most  prevalent urinary tract disease. Urolithiasis causes pain, lost work time, medical  bills, hospitalization, and renal failure in the most productive years of life.