An Ayurvedic Approach To Nasagata Raktapitta (Recurrent Epistaxis): A Kriya Sharir – Based Case Report
Bhaskar Gomtiwal1 and Mariya Husain2
1,2Department of Kriya Sharir, Parul Institute of Ayurved and Research, Vadodara - 391760 (India) (Corresponding author) 1Contact No. - 8561987909 Email ID- bhaskargomtiwal98@gmail.com ORCID ID - 0009-0001-5445-226X *Corresponding Author : 2Dr. Mariya Husain Contact No.- 8329771085 Email ID- drmariya24@gmail.com ORCID ID- 0000-0002-0927-8987
ABSTRACT
Recurrent epistaxis is a common clinical problem, especially when no definite systemic or local cause is identified. In Ayurveda, recurrent nasal bleeding is described under Nasagata Raktapitta and is attributed to vitiation of Pitta and Rakta with upward movement of Rakta. This case report describes the Ayurvedic management of a patient with recurrent idiopathic epistaxis using internal medications and Nasya therapy. A 39-year-old male presented with repeated episodes of spontaneous nasal bleeding for 4–5 months. Treatment was planned based on Kriya Sharir principles and included Sarivadi Vati, VasaGuduchyadi Kashaya, and Durva Swarasa Nasya. Complete cessation of epistaxis was observed during treatment, and the Epistaxis Severity Score showed marked improvement. No recurrence or adverse effects were noted during follow-up. This case suggests a potential role of Ayurvedic intervention in the management of recurrent epistaxis.