ABSTRACT |
| Hyperthyroidism, or thyrotoxicosis, is a clinical condition characterized by hyperfunctioning of the thyroid gland, resulting in excessive secretion of triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) [1]. Elevated circulating thyroid hormones exert negative feedback on the hypothalamic–pituitary axis, leading to suppression of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). Clinically, the disorder manifests with hypermetabolic features such as weight loss despite increased appetite, heat intolerance, tachycardia, tremors, anxiety, excessive sweating, and menstrual irregularities. Ayurvedic classics do not describe hyperthyroidism as a distinct classified disease. Therefore, it may be understood under the broader category of Anukta Vyadhi (1) - diseases not explicitly mentioned in classical texts. The conceptual framework of Anukta Vyadhi allows physicians to interpret newly emerging disorders through the lens of fundamental Ayurvedic principles such as Dosha, Agni, Dhatu, and Srotas involvement.In this case, A 32-year-old female presented with symptoms such as palpitations, excessive appetite, weight loss, and fine tremors of the hands and legs. She was clinically diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, which was confirmed by laboratory investigations showing elevated T3 and T4 levels with suppressed TSH. The patient was treated with Ayurvedic formulations such as Shatavari Kalpa, Ashwagandha Churna and other herbo mineral compounds. After one month of treatment, significant symptomatic improvement was observed along with normalization of thyroid hormone levels. This case suggests the potential effectiveness of Ayurvedic management in hyperthyroidism. Keywords: Hyperthyroidism, Anukta vyadhi, Trividha dosh sangraha, Shaman chikitsa. |