Ayurvedic conceptual study of Arma w. s. r. to Pterygium

Abstract

In Ayurveda Samhita Grantha  “Arma”  is described under ‘’Shuklagata netraroga?. Arma is a mamsal vruddhi [fleshy growth]  developing either from Kaneenika sandhi [inner canthus]  or Apanga Sandhi [outer canthus] , or both sides which may progress towards Krishna Mandal [Cornea] . A pterygium is a benign, fleshy triangle of tissue that typically develops in the inner corner of the eye. A Pterygium will not usually cause serious health complications. However, it can sometimes cause discomfort and problems with vision.  Prevention, conservative treatment or sometimes surgery is advised for treatment of pterygium.