Retinitis Pigmentosa

Night blindness, tunnel vision, and gradual sight loss point to retinitis pigmentosa, a degenerative retinal disorder. Ayurveda sees it as dṛṣṭi ghaṭi rogāḥ, a progressive netra roga from pitta-vāta imbalance. Weak rasa and rakta dhātu fail to nourish the optic tissues, leading to vision decline and sensory depletion over time.

Common Causes of Retinitis Pigmentosa

Hereditary weakness in ocular tissues
Poor nourishment of rasa and rakta dhātu
Long-term vāta aggravation due to stress or age
Suppressed tears and emotional strain
Neglect of early eye fatigue or strain symptoms

Symptoms of Retinitis Pigmentosa

Night blindness or poor low-light vision
Gradual narrowing of peripheral vision
Difficulty adjusting between light and dark
Blurred central vision in later stages
Dryness or discomfort in the eyes

Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Retinitis Pigmentosa

Nourishing optic tissues with netra tarpaṇa and śirodhārā
Balancing vāta-pitta with ghee-based rasāyana like brahmī gṛta
Using cooling herbs like yaṣṭimadhu, āmalakī, and guduchi
Improving circulation with gentle massage and triphala eye wash
Supporting long-term strength with basti and eye-friendly diet