Glaucoma (Adhimantha / Timira)

Glaucoma (Adhimantha / Timira)

Glaucoma corresponds to Adhimantha in Ayurveda, resulting from Vata-Pitta aggravation that increases intraocular pressure and damages optic nerves.

Symptoms:

  • Gradual loss of peripheral vision
  • Eye pain and headache
  • Halos around lights
  • Nausea or eye heaviness

Ayurvedic Management:

  • Nasya & Netra Tarpana: To balance Vata and nourish optic tissues.
  • Panchakarma: Virechana and Basti therapies for systemic detoxification.
  • Internal Medicines: Punarnavadi Kashaya, Saptamrita Lauha, Triphala Ghrita, Amalaki Rasayana.
  • Lifestyle: Avoid stress, late nights, and head strain.

Benefits:

  • Improves circulation in optic nerves
  • Reduces intraocular pressure
  • Slows vision loss progression

Prevention:

  • Improves circulation in optic nerves
  • Reduces intraocular pressure
  • Slows vision loss progression
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