Management of Myopic Astigmatism - A Case Report

Anjana Saji, Dr. Bijumon O C

Abstract: Myopic astigmatism occurs when light rays focus at multiple points in front of the retina with accommodation at rest due to irregular curvature of the cornea or lens. In Myopia, light rays focus in front of retina, making distant objects appear blurry. Astigmatism causes light to scatter and leads to distorted vision. Treatment includes spectacles, contact lens; surgical treatments like LASIK, Clear lens extraction and Phakic intra ocular lens. If untreated, it may lead to further vision distorsion, hence the need for timely and systematic management is necessary. This case report discusses a 9-year-old female child presenting with one year history of defective distant vision of both eyes. It was diagnosed as Myopic astigmatism after clinical refraction. Internal medicines were Triphala ghritha, Sapthamritha loha and Pathyashadangam kashayam. External therapies included Darvi Jala Netra Sekam, Nasyam, Anjanam, Sirodhara, Mukhalepa, Jalukavacharana (leech therapy) and Tarpana. The patient exhibited significant improvement in asthenopic symptoms and clarity of vision. Thus, the role of ayurvedic therapeutics in improving visual acuity is understood. This paves way for further research in validating the clinical findings.

Keywords: Myopic Astigmatism, Vatika Timira, Triphala ghritham, Tarpana

How to Cite?: Anjana Saji, Dr. Bijumon O C, "Management of Myopic Astigmatism - A Case Report", Volume 14 Issue 8, August 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 855-857, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25817142624, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25817142624