ETIOPATHOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE OF AMLPITTA W.S.R. TO GERD AND ITS MANAGEMENT: A REVIEW
Dr. Swati Pawar-Jagtap*, Dr. Rahul Sunil Jagtap and Dr. Vipul Jaiswal
ABSTRACT
In Ayurveda, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can be associated with syndrome like Amlapitta, characterized by the vitiation of Pitta Dosha. Generally, Pitta has Katu Rasa, but when it is subjected to Vidagdha conversion and develops Shukti Bhava it leads to the formation of Amlata in the Amashaya. GERD is the similar types of gastrointestinal disorder, defined by the reflux of stomach contents past the lower esophageal sphincter into the esophagus. The classic symptoms of GERD include heartburn, epigastric discomfort and regurgitation. Exacerbated Vata Dosha leads to Vishama Gati in the Annavaha Srotas, causing Pitta to be displaced from its original location. Ayurvedic principles of therapeutic management include utilization of Vatanulomana, Pitta Shamana, Agnideepana and Ama Pachana therapies along with implementation of Shodhana procedures. Present article summarizes etiopathological perspective of Amlpitta W.S.R. to GERD and its management through ancient approaches.
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