A Case Study on the Management of Dyslipidemia (Medoroga) Through Ayurvedic Intervention

Background: Dyslipidemia refers to abnormal levels of lipids in the blood and is recognized as a key contributor to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. The global Burden of disease study has estimated that death rates from coronary artery disease increasing in India. The prevalence of Dyslipidemia is 79% in Indian population. The most frequently observed forms of dyslipidemia in India include borderline elevated LDL cholesterol, reduced HDL cholesterol levels, and increased triglyceride concentrations. In modern medicines, the lipid lowering agents like statin are mostly used by the patients. In Ayurveda, dyslipidemia can be correlated with Medoroga. which results from the imbalance of Meda Dhatu (adipose tissue) and is categorized under Santarpanajanya Vyadhi. These two conditions exhibit notable parallels in their causes, underlying mechanisms, clinical manifestations, and potential complications. Materials and Methods: This single case study was conducted on a 47-years-old male patient attended the Shalya Tantra OPD with complaints of heaviness in body, lethargy, increased body weight and dyspnea on exertion. The diagnosis of dyslipidemia was confirmed through lipid profile investigation. The patient was managed with Arjunaghanvati, Triphala Guggulu and Punarnava mandoora for a duration of 4 months, along with appropriate dietary and lifestyle modifications. Assessment was carried out by comparing pre-treatment and post-treatment lipid profile parameters, including total cholesterol, Triglycerides, LDL alongwith reduction in body weight (from 118 kg to 105 kg) and improvement in symptoms. Results: Post-treatment lipid profile reports showed a significant reduction in Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides, and LDL levels. Additionally, the patient exhibited a reduction in body weight alongwith improvement in symptoms. Conclusion: The present case study demonstrates that Ayurvedic management is effective in improving lipid profile parameters in dyslipidemia (Medoroga). The findings suggest that early intervention through Ayurveda can help in correcting lipid imbalance and may reduce the risk of future cardiovascular complications.