📄 Abstract
Background: Eyelid swelling is a frequently encountered ophthalmic condition resulting from inflammatory, infective, or allergic etiologies. In Ayurveda, such presentations are described under Vartmagata Netra Rogas, particularly Vartma Sopha, attributed mainly to PittaKapha do?a vitiation with Rakta du??i. Conventional management often relies on antibiotics and anti-inflammatory agents, raising concerns about recurrence and drug resistance. Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of classical Ayurvedic external and internal therapies in the management of acute eyelid swelling (Vartma Sopha) and to correlate Ayurvedic principles with modern inflammatory pathology. Methods: A single-case observational clinical study was conducted on a 45-year-old male presenting with acute painful eyelid swelling of 3 days duration. The Ayurvedic diagnosis of Vartma Sopha (Utklishta Vartma) was established. Treatment included Bahya CikitsaSeka with Manji??ha, Haridra, and Nimba kwatha and Vidalaka with Haridra, Su??hi, and Chandanaalong with Abhyantara Cikitsa using Triphala Guggulu. Clinical assessment was done before and after treatment and at follow-up. Results: Significant reduction in eyelid swelling, redness, pain, and heaviness was observed within 7 days. Normal eyelid movements were restored without visual disturbance or recurrence. The condition resolved completely without the use of antibiotics. Conclusion: Ayurvedic management focusing on PittaKapha samana and Rakta sodhana proved effective in treating acute eyelid swelling. The case highlights the potential of Ayurveda as a safe, holistic, and antibiotic-sparing approach in inflammatory eyelid disorders, with strong correlation to modern pathophysiological concepts.
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Dr. Muskhan D, Dr. Nagaraja J.M , AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF VARTMA SHOPHA (EYELID SWELLING): A CASE STUDY , Volume 12 , Issue 1, January 2026, EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR) ,