A COMPERHENSIVE REVIEW STUDY ON NABHI ROGAS IN NEWBORNS AND INFANTS

Ayurved is recognized as the most ancient science of life. The initial cut wound that a newborn experience occurs at birth during Nabhinala Paricharya (the examination of the umbilical cord), as detailed in Ayurvedic literature. In the field of Kaumarabhritya, two categories of Nabhi Rogas (umbilical disorders) are described. The first category includes disorders arising from improper cutting of the umbilical cord, while the second consists of independent umbilical disorders. Due to inadequate Nabhinala Paricharya, infants are at a higher risk of developing complications such as Aayaam, Vyayaam, Uttundita, Pindalika, Vinamika, Vijrambhika, along with other issues like Nabhi-paka, Anunnata Nabhi, Unnata Nabhi, and Nabhi-tundi, among others. Furthermore, neglecting proper care of the umbilical stump can lead to infections and other complications, including Umbilical sepsis, Umbilical Granuloma, Umbilical hernia, Umbilical polyp, and occasionally hemorrhage from the umbilicus. For centuries, infections of the umbilical cord have resulted in neonatal fatalities. Ayurvedic texts provide insights from acharyas on various local applications and procedures for managing these complications. The care of the stump during its detachment from the body and the subsequent treatment of the ulcer formed are surgical procedures critical to the infant's health and potentially their survival. If the wound is not managed properly, leading to infection, the child faces serious risks.

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