Jalaukavacharana is a unique method of Raktamokshana and catagarised under Ashastrakruta Raktamokshana. Jalauka is described under the heading of Anushastra. Its saliva contains several bio-active substances including anesthetics, anticoagulants, vasodilators and prostaglandins. Hirudin a potent anticoagulant inhibits conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin, thus prevents blood clotting which is main bio-active substance.
Indications
- Varicose vein
- Skin Disease
- Eye Disease
- Vitiligo
- Alopecia
Procedure
Leech Application: – Before starting the procedure, patient will be asked to evacuate the bladder and bowel. The desired site is cleaned with wet gauze. The leech will taken out from the jar and is held at its neck with fingers. Its mouth is placed precisely over the affected part. The leech’s tail should be held until it begins to draw blood, at which time it can be gently released. When it starts sucking the blood, elevates its neck assuming the shape of a horse shoe. 5-10 leeches are applied at a time depending upon the necessity. Once leeches start sucking the blood, they are covered with wet gauze and cold water is poured on them from above time to time, so as to make leech comfortable during sucking.