Abstract

VATAJA PRATISHYAYA (ALLERGIC RHINITIS): AN AYURVEDIC LITERATURE REVIEW

Dr. Archana*, Keerti Verma and Sanjay K. Singh

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Abstract

Human life is sustained by air and water, but these natural sources can also be a source of infection. With modern civilization, the negative health effect of environment air pollution is becoming increasingly evident. Ayurveda, an ancient Indian Science, has identified air pollutants such as Raja and Dhooma as causative factors for respiratory illness, including Allergic bronchitis (Shwasa), Allergic Rhinitis (Pratishyaya), Cough (Kasa), and Hiccough (Hikka). Vataja Pratishyaya which is defined as the condition where the secretion produced due to vitiation of Vata and Kapha at the root of nose, which flow down through the nose against the inspired air. Vataja Pratishyaya which is similar to Allergic Rhinitis, is occurring more frequently than before. Allergic rhinitis is an immunoglobulin (IgE) mediated inflammatory disease caused by the inflammation of the airway mucosa with hypersensitivity resulting from seasonal and perennial responses to specific allergens. Pratishyaya affects the routine activities and academic performance in children and adolescents. For example, consistent absenteeism, lack of sleep, and reduced ability to concentrate due to allergic rhinitis symptoms are all shown to affect a child’s ability to learn effectively.

Keywords: Pratishyaya, Allergic Rhinitis, Nasa Roga, Vataja Pratishyaya, Ayurveda.