Abstract

Neonatal jaundice is one of the most common clinical conditions encountered in early neonatal life, affecting nearly 60% of term neonates. It results from elevated serum bilirubin levels due to increased hemolysis and immature hepatic conjugation mechanism. The present case study evaluates the effect of Bala Kwatha Parisheka (external therapeutic irrigation) along with phototherapy in a full-term neonate delivered via LSCS, presenting with physiological jaundice on day 2 of life. The case is analysed through both modern pediatric and Ayurvedic frameworks, with particular emphasis on correlating neonatal hyperbilirubinemia with Kamala arising from Pittaja Stanya Dushti. The integrative management demonstrated significant clinical improvement and reduction in bilirubin levels within 2 days, suggesting the potential of combining traditional Ayurvedic interventions with standard care.