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Vidradhi (abscess) is a localized inflammatory swelling described in Ayurveda as a Pitta-Kapha dominant disorder. Jalaukavacharana (leech therapy) is a type of Raktamokshna (bloodletting) indicated for inflammatory and suppurative conditions. Raktamokshana described in Ayurvedic classics for conditions involving pitta and rakta vitiation, characterized by inflammation, severe pain, swelling, suppuration. A perianal abscess is an acute infective condition causing severe pain, swelling and redness around the anal region. In the early and chronic inflammatory stage, leech therapy offers a minimally invasive and natural approached for local decogesion and pain relief. Acharya vaghbhata has advocated its use in inflammatory condition like vranashopha, Raktapradoshaja vyadhi characterised by localised swelling, discoloration, burning sensation and pain. The successful outcome with jalaukavacharan can be attributed to the synergistic effect of leech saliva ,which contains bioactive compounds with anti-inflammatory, analgesic and thrombolytic properties. Its role in improving local blood circulation and reducing localised inflammation likely contributed to rapid symptom resolution.