Ayurvedic management of fibroadenoma - A single case report

Abstract

Fibroadenoma is the most prevalent benign tumor of the female breast, and it usually affects young women under 30. In asymptomatic women, it makes up around 25% of all lesions. It is a recently produced growth composed of glandular and fibrous components. It is believed that a specific region of the breast's heightened sensitivity to estrogen causes this tumor to form. The most typical presentation of this tumor was a single, painless lump in the breast that was developing slowly. In modern medicine after a systemic review of available conservative management like hormonal therapy, keeping in mind the side effect of hormonal treatment, surgeries like lumpectomy and mastectomy becomes the ideal option which also has its own physical and psychological impact on women’s life. According to Ayurveda, this can be correlated to Granthi explained by many Acharya’s which develop due to abnormal vitiation of Dosha and Dushya. According to Acharya Charaka, Granthi can be equated with all types of small-sized glandular or nodular swelling in any part of the body due to benign tumours or cysts. There is no direct reference for Stana Granthi but Mamsaja Granthi occurs in Stana is having a close resemblance with fibroadenoma of the breast. So, in the present study, a patient with fibroadenoma was successfully treated by Ayurvedic management which got the significant result.