Abstract

Dr. Shaweta, Dr. Rashmi Bisht, Dr. Swati Chauhan, Dr. Ankita

ABSTRACT

Tundikeri, described in Ayurveda and known in modern medicine as tonsillitis, is among the most common throat disorders affecting both children and adults.[1] It typically presents with sore throat, fever, painful swallowing, and enlarged tonsils, leading to significant school absenteeism and frequent medical consultations.[2] In modern medicine, management relies primarily on antibiotics and, in resistant or recurrent cases, surgical tonsillectomy. While these approaches provide rapid relief, overuse of antibiotics has contributed to antimicrobial resistance, and surgery carries inherent risks without fully preventing susceptibility to future infections.[5] Ayurveda, by contrast, offers a broader and more integrative framework of management that emphasizes both curative and preventive strategies. Local therapies such as Vachadi Kwath for gargling and Pippalyadi Pratisarana for topical application are combined with systemic formulations like Kanchanar Guggulu, which aim to correct underlying imbalances and reduce recurrence.[10,13] Additionally, Rasayana therapies, dietary modifications, and lifestyle regulations are prescribed to strengthen host immunity and improve long-term resilience.[15] This review highlights the comparative and complementary perspectives of the two systems. While modern medicine ensures prompt control of acute infections, Ayurveda offers a sustainable approach focused on prevention and immune enhancement. Together, they provide a synergistic framework where biomedical interventions safeguard emergencies and Ayurveda maintains long-term balance.