Is there any Ayurvedic or natural cure for bilateral inguinal hernia in a 73-year-old male with heart disease and diabetes? - #54548

Ayurveda does not have a permanent curative medicine to close the hernia opening – Treatment is mainly supportive and preventive, aiming to reduce symptoms and slow progression —(Shamana Chikitsa – Supportive) 1) Avipattikara Churna – 5 g at bedtime with warm water 2) tab trifla 1 tab at bed time 3) Yogaraj Guggulu – 1 tab twice daily after food 4) ksheerbala 101 avarti capsule 1 cap twice daily after meal —External Advice Use inguinal support (hernia belt) during activity Avoid lifting weights, straining, long standing Gentle abdominal rest, avoid constipation —Diet Advice Warm, light, easily digestible food Avoid gas-forming foods (rajma, chana, cabbage) Adequate hydration —Advice Condition is structural (mechanical defect) Ayurveda offers symptom control only, not anatomical correction Surgical opinion advised for definitive management

Ayurveda, inguinal hernia is correlated with “Antravriddhi”, a condition mainly caused by aggravated Vata dosha leading to weakness of abdominal muscles and downward displacement of tissues. At the age of 73, along with diabetes, heart disease, hypothyroidism, and spinal issues, the body tissues naturally become weaker, so careful management is very important. Can Ayurveda Cure Hernia Completely? A fully developed bilateral inguinal hernia usually does not permanently reverse with medicines alone, especially in elderly patients. Surgery remains the definitive treatment when the hernia is large, painful, increasing, or at risk of obstruction. However, Ayurveda can still play a valuable role in: Reducing discomfort and bloating Supporting digestion and bowel movements Preventing worsening strain Improving quality of life Supporting recovery if surgery is not immediately possible Avoid constipation completely Avoid lifting heavy weights, straining, coughing forcefully, or prolonged standing Eat light, warm, easily digestible food