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Vatarakta
Gout
Sanskrit: Vatarakta
What Is Vatarakta?
A metabolic disorder characterized by uric acid accumulation causing severe joint inflammation, typically starting in the big toe.
Common Symptoms
Sudden severe joint pain
Red, hot, swollen joints
Typically affects big toe first
Recurrent attacks
Tophi formation in chronic cases
Ayurvedic Approach
Blood-purifying herbs like Manjistha and Guduchi, Vata-Rakta shamaka treatments, dietary restrictions on purine-rich foods, and targeted Panchakarma for metabolic correction.
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