The Management of Dyslipidemia in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 Using Ayurveda Based Treatment: A Case Study

Abstract

Background: The biggest cause of death worldwide is dyslipidemia, a significant risk factor for coronary heart disease (CHD). Additionally, individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are at high risk for cardiovascular comorbidities. Currently available allopathic treatments are associated with several side effects. Ayurveda can play an effective role in reducing this risk factor by preventing the impact of Dyslipidemia. Aim: This case study aimed to analyze the effectiveness of Virechana karma, ayurvedic medicines, and lifestyle modifications in the management of dyslipidemia in patients with Diabetes Mellitus 2. Materials and Methods: Three patients with the condition of Dyslipidemia and other comorbidities like diabetes, Obesity, hypertension, heart diseases, hypothyroidism, etc. were administrated with Virechana karma, ayurvedic medicines, and lifestyle modifications. The treatment's effectiveness was assessed by comparing the whole lipid profile at the end of the course of treatment and after the follow-up period to the baseline score. Results: After therapy and after the follow-up, the lipid profiles of all three patients revealed statistically significant results. The levels of total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein, and triglyceride significantly decreased and levels of high-density lipoprotein  increased after Virechana karma. Additionally, BMI, sugar levels, and thyroid profile also improved. Conclusion: Virechana karma, a traditionally used ayurvedic treatment was found to be useful in the management of dyslipidemia with Diabetes Mellitus 2. Randomized control trial with larger sample size is warranted to extrapolate the findings of current case study.