Abstract

A LITERATURE REVIEW ON CONCEPT OF STHANYADUSHTI

Dr. Renuka Patil*, Dr. Jayprakash Khairnar, Dr. Vikram Shelavle and Dr. Nilam Hande

Abstract

Ayurveda is the comprehensive ancient science of the universe. The key objectives are health preservation and the treatment of ailments as they occur. Kaumarbhritya is one of the eight subgroups of Ayurveda that have been delineated. The writings of Acharya Charaka, Acharya Sushruta, and Acharya Vagbhata encompass all the Angas of Ayurveda, which constitute the core knowledge of the field. Collectively, these three Granthas are known as Briht Trayee. Each of these Acharyas articulated their perspectives on Kaumarbhritya in accordance with their own areas of competence. Breast milk forms a fundamental basis for a child's subsequent growth and development. According to Ayurveda, breast milk is essential for a newborn. The origins, properties, and benefits of breast milk, as well as its importance, are well elucidated in the Ayurvedic classics. Furthermore, Ayurveda has a unique concept regarding the vitiation of breast milk (Stanya dushti). When doshas taint stanya, or maternal milk, it leads to various irregularities in the breast milk. Once contaminated breast milk is identified, it should not be administered to the kid until the mother has recuperated from stanya dushti. The objective of this research is to elucidate the reasons of adulterated milk in the contemporary context, its symptoms, methods for its identification, and management as delineated in Ayurvedic literature. To comprehend the topic, all offline and internet literature is examined to substantiate it with justification.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Kaumarbhritya, Briht Trayee, Stanyadushti, stanya dosha, stanya shodhan.