AYURVEDIC AND MODERN APPROACH OF GUDBHRAMSHA (RECTAL PROLAPSE)-A LITERARY REVIEW
Dr. Anita Lalwani*, Dr. Rajesh Gupt, Dr. Sudesh Rani Gupta
ABSTRACT
Rectal prolapsed is a circumferential descent of rectum (bowel) through the anal canal. Rectal prolapse may be partial or complete. Complete prolapse is called procidentia. It is the condition in which rectum is displaced from its original position due to the weakening of ligaments and muscles that support the rectum. It commences as a rectal intussusceptions. In ayurveda, it is described as Gudbhramsha and caused by excessive straining and diarrohea. There are several treatment available in ayurveda which can help in early resolution of disease or reduce the chances of having surgery for correction.In this review article we assess the various treatment modalities available in ayurveda along with contemporary medical science which can be used in better management of rectal prolapse.
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