| Keyword | Vran`a S`hodhana |
| Type | S.S. |
| Reference | S.Chi.1/53 |
| Literary Meaning | Cleansing of vitiated / contaminated wound |
| Implied Meaning | Due to the Dosha and pus, wound is vitiated leading to the improper healing or non – healing of the wound ; in this condition cleansing of the wound ( Vran`a S`hodhana ) is indicated. |
| Elaboration | When wound smells foul ( Durgandhee ), there is Kleda ( presence of watery secretions ), Pichchila ( sticky and slimy secretions ); then the wound is to be cleansed by Kashaaya Dravya ( astringent drugs ) like Ankot`a ( Alangium lamarckii Thwaites ), Karaveera ( Nerium odorum Soland .) etc. S`hodhana Varti can be applied in a wound with a foreign body with small opening, deeply penetrated, reaching muscles. In Pitta vitiated Vran`a , deep wound, suppurated wound, Kaarpaasee Phala Sarshapa Ghrita is to be administered. Elevated, rough wound, wound with scanty secretions, Sarshapa Taila is a cleansing agent. If wound cleansing fails, Rasakriyaa is to be use. Rasakriyaa can be prepared from Sauraasht`ree, Hareetakee etc. |
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