Management of Vataja Pratishyaya Through Ayurvedic Line of Treatment With Special Reference to Allergic Rhinitis-a Case Study
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Vataja Pratishyaya is a Nasagata roga described in detail in Sushruta Samhita Uttaratantra.In modern we can correlate it with Allergic rhinitis depending on signs and symptoms.It commonly affects people with low immunity.It is usually a long-standing condition that if not treated on time can lead to serious respiratory complications.It is characterized by Nasal blockage, Runny nose, change in voice, Dryness of mouth-throat, Severe headache, and Itching in the eyes.It is mainly caused due to exposure to allergens like dust, pollen, and seasonal changes.According to Ayurveda, vataja pratishyaya is the result of Vata-Kapha dosha vitiation.The vitiated doshas get lodged in mastishka leading to vataja pratishyaya.In the description of Vataja pratishyaya chikitsa, Acharya Sushruta says to take panchalavanasiddha sarpipana, Vidarigandhadi gana chikitsa, Nasyadi chikitsa, Ardita chikitsa.Here, the patient is treated with Nasya therapy with Anu taila along with some oral medications.
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4408961329