LAPORAN KASUS PELAYANAN KESEHATAN TRADISIONAL RAMUAN JAMU PADA NY. N DENGAN KADAR KOLESTEROL TINGGI DALAM DARAH DI RUMAH PENGOBATAN IKHLAS KARANGANYAR

Abstract

Hypercholesterolemia, defined as a condition in which cholesterol levels exceed 240 mg/dL, significantly increases the risk of heart disease or stroke Istighfara, 2025). This study aimed to document the traditional health service involving jamu herbal remedies provided to Mrs. N, a 63-year-old patient with hypercholesterolemia at the Ikhlas Karanganyar Treatment House Istighfara, 2025). The case study method included assessment, problem identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Mrs. N presented with complaints of a heavy neck and frequent tingling sensations in her hands and feet for three weeks, with an initial cholesterol level of 268 mg/dL Istighfara, 2025). After two weeks of treatment with a jamu herbal mixture—consisting of Longevity spinach (Gynura procumbens), bay leaves (Syzygium polyanthum), ginger rhizome (Zingiber officinale), and cinnamon (Cinnamomum burmannii)—her cholesterol decreased to 242 mg/dL Istighfara, 2025). The patient also reported reduced tingling and relief in neck discomfort Istighfara, 2025).