Uttara Basti in the Management of Ksheena Shukra w.s.r. to Azoospermia - A Single Case Study

Abstract

This case study explores the Ayurveda management of Ksheena Shukra (azoospermia) through Uttara Basti, a specialized treatment involving medicated enemas. A 39-year-old male patient with azoospermia, seeking primary infertility treatment, was treated at the Bandaranayake Memorial Ayurveda Research Institute. The treatment protocol included Amapachana (digestive stimulant), Agni Deepana (enhancing digestive fire), Virechana Karma (therapeutic purgation), Yoga Basti (medicated enema), and Uttara Basti using various medicated oils. The regimen aimed to detoxify the body, enhance metabolic functions, and nourish Shukra Dhatu (reproductive tissue). Post-treatment semen analysis showed significant improvement in semen quality, including sperm count, motility, and morphology, indicating the effectiveness of the Ayurveda approach in managing male infertility associated with Azoospermia. The study suggests that comprehensive Ayurveda treatments focusing on detoxification and targeted tissue nourishment can offer promising results for Azoospermia. Further research with larger sample sizes is recommended to establish standardized guidelines.