Classical ayurveda management of TCH (taxane, carboplatin, and herceptin) based chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy- A case report

Abstract

Although empirical data on the influence of Ayurveda on Chemo/Radiotherapy-induced side effects are limited, its methodological framework, grounded in a 'systems thinking' perspective, enables the precise delineation of the pathogenic stage of these side effects. This, in turn, facilitates the development of a strategy to address the decline in the quality of life parameters commonly associated with cancer treatment. Ayurveda personalized approach to disease management typically involves providing customized diets, lifestyle adjustments, medications, and detoxification therapies that target the entire body.We present a case involving a patient with numbness and pain in the right hand after undergoing chemotherapy who was referred to us by an oncologist for symptom management. This case report demonstrates the Ayurveda approach for establishing the etiology, pathogenesis, pathophysiology, and treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) resulting from taxane-based chemotherapy. Following Ayurveda intervention, the patient exhibited significant improvements in symptoms and quality of life parameters.This case report systematically illustrates the application of Ayurveda approach in CIPN management.

Keywords

• Case report
• Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy
• Ayurveda
• Raktavrita vata
• Taxane
• Alternative and complementary medicine