Ayurvedic Name: Updansh
Description:
Syphilis in called Updansha in hindi, a sexually transmitted disease. It is linked to an aggravated Pitta and Rakta (blood) imbalance, which leads to ulcers, rashes, and systemic complications. Ayurvedic treatment focuses on blood purification using herbs like neem, manjistha, and triphala.
Signs & Symptoms:
- Updansh (Venereal Disease) presents with Kushta (Skin Lesions) or ulcers in the genital areas, accompanied by Sotha (Swelling) and Kandu (Itching) in the affected regions.
- The skin surrounding the lesions may become Rukshata (Dry), and the individual may experience Daurbalya (Weakness) due to the systemic nature of the infection.
- Agnimandya (Poor Digestion) is also commonly observed, affecting the digestive system.
Diagnosis:
VDRL (Venereal Disease Research Laboratory) Test
Risk Factors:
- Dietary Factors: Overeating, especially greasy, spicy, or processed foods, can contribute to digestive issues and emotional stress, leading to Updansh (fatigue). A diet low in nutrients or high in artificial ingredients can weaken the body’s energy reserves.
- Lifestyle Factors: Having multiple sexual partners, using immunosuppresive drugs, using already used syringes.
Complications:
- Fatigue (Kshram): Persistent tiredness and low energy levels due to poor nutrition or chronic illness.
- Weight Loss (Bhar Kshay): Unexplained loss of body weight due to nutritional deficiencies or disease.
- Weakness (Durbalata): Decreased physical strength and endurance as a result of ongoing fatigue.
Epidemeology:
Updansh (Syphillis) is prevalent in individuals having multiple sexual partners, patient undergoing blood transfusion, drugs addicts, sexual workers.
References:
- Susrutha; Susrutha Samhitha; commentary by Dalhana; Varanasi; Chaukhamba Krishnadas Academy; reprint.2002; Sutra Sthana; ch.5; pp.29
- Sexually Transmitted Infection. Wikipedia, 1 Oct. 2023, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sexually_ transmitted _infection.
- Susrutha; Susrutha Samhitha; commentary by Dalhana; Varanasi; Chaukhamba Krishnadas Academy; reprint.2002; nidhana sthanam; pp.541
- Susrutha; Susrutha Samhitha; commentary by Dalhana; Varanasi; Chaukhamba Krishnadas Academy; reprint.2002; nidhana sthanam; pp.481
- https://ijapr.in/index.php/ijapr/article/download/2999/2420/
