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Review Papers | Ayurveda | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 919 - 922 | India
A Comprehensive Review of Galgand: Ayurvedic Perspective
Abstract: Galgand is a disease entity described in classics of Ayurveda, characterized by localized swelling in the Gala Pradesh (anterior neck region), closely resemble thyroid gland enlargement and functional disorders. Classical Ayurvedic treatises describe Galgand as a condition caused mainly by the vitiation of Kapha Dosha along with Vata Dosha, resulting in abnormal swelling in the throat region. Disturbance of Agni (metabolic activity) leads to the formation of Ama (metabolic toxins), which further contributes to the vitiation of Doshas and affects Dhatus such as Mamsa and Meda, ultimately producing glandular enlargement resembling Granthi. From a modern biomedical perspective, Galgand can be correlated with thyroid gland disorders, particularly Hypothyroidism associated with goitre. Hypothyroidism is characterized by reduced production of thyroid hormones, leading to clinical manifestations such as swelling in neck region, weight gain, tiredness, cold intolerance, dry skin, and slowed metabolism. Many of these symptoms correspond with the Kapha dominant features described in Ayurvedic pathology, including Gaurava (heaviness), Alasya (lethargy), and metabolic impairment related to Agnimandya. Therefore, the Ayurvedic concept of Kapha and Meda Dushti should be understood parallelly to the metabolic disturbances observed in hypothyroidism. This review aims to critically analyse the Ayurvedic description of Galgand and explore its possible correlation with hypothyroidism, highlighting the relevance of Ayurvedic pathophysiological concepts and therapeutic approaches in the integrative management of thyroid disorders.
Keywords: Galgand, Hypothyroidism, Goitre, Ayurveda, Thyroid disorders
How to Cite?: Dr. Sanjeev M. Khuje, "A Comprehensive Review of Galgand: Ayurvedic Perspective", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 919-922, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26312145645, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26312145645