TRADITIONAL WISDOM, MODERN SUCCESS: TREATING PILONIDAL SINUS WITH UDUMBER KSHEER SUTRA IN AYURVEDA

Abstract

Pilonidal sinus, which refers to "nest of hairs," is also known as "Jeep-bottom" since it was particularly typical among Jeep drivers. A pilonidal cyst typically consists of hair, dirt, and other debris. It causes pain and is prone to infection. When infected, it may discharge pus and blood, accompanied by unpleasant odor. Pilonidal sinus disease predominantly affects men and is frequently seen in young adults. The recurrence rate following surgery is relatively high. Pilonidal sinus and Shalyaja Nadi Vrana as mentioned in the Sushruta Samhita are identical. The Kshara Sutra for Nadi Vrana is a minimally invasive para-surgical method, this therapy helps the patient return to work sooner and with less discomfort while also reducing problems and recurrence. Within seven weeks, the tract was removed entirely, and the patient fully recovered. The word "Naadi Vrana" refers to the sinus. The primary goals of the classical text are its categorization and administration, including different local and systemic approaches sinus, in a blind route that enters the tissues around it from an epithelial surface and is surrounded by granulation tissue. Pilonidal disease is thought to affect about 26 out of every 100,000 persons. About 0.7 percent of people have pilonidl disease.