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ASSESSMENT OF ANCIENT AYURVEDIC APPROACHES FOR DIAGNOSING KAPHAJ KASA IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS- A CRITICAL REVIEW

Dr. Supriya Sukhadeo Gorde* and Dr. Gavisiddanagouda Gurunagouda Patil

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Abstract

The classic Ayurvedic texts treat Kasa (cough) as a separate illness. It could also show up as an Upadarava (complication) or Lakshana (symptom) in other illnesses. This is an illustration of Pranavaha Srotas Dushti Kasa is typical symptoms and indications in children, when parents visit a physician. It implies that pediatric coughs are not always well treated, despite advancements in contemporary research. The brain, heart, or Moola of Pranavaha Srotasis Hridya, according to Acharya Charaka, and Mahasrotas. Definition, prodromal symptoms, forms of Kasa, together with all Pathya (wholesome) and Apathya (unwholesome) and therapeutic treatments, have all been explained by Acharyas. The vitiation of Vata and Kapha was the manifestation of Kasais. It's critical to comprehend and distinguish between Kasa in order to effectively treat it. Research on Kasa is essential as, if untreated, it can lead to numerous consequences.

Keywords: Kasa, Pranavaha Srotas, Kasa in Children, Balaroga.