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• Published Subscription Case Study 3 Dec 2025

  Management of Kosthasakhashrita Kamala W.S.R. to Hepatocellular Jaundice – A Case Study

  By Nihal N Kanziya, Himanshu R Kanzaria, Vaibhavi B Jani, Yogita M Rathwa

  Abstract: Kosthasakhāśrit Kamala is a well-recognized clinical entity in Ayurveda and is widely correlated with modern hepatocellular jaundice. The condition arises primarily due to the vitiation of Pitta dosha within the Kostha (gastrointestinal tract), which subsequently spreads to the Sakha (peripheral tissues). Classical texts describe hallmark features such as Haridra Netra (yellowish discoloration of the eyes), yellowish hue of twak and nakha, pitta varṇa of mutra and sakrit (yellow urine and …

  Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article →