Abstract

A REVIEW ARTICLE ON AMLAPITTA W.S.R. TO HYPERACIDITY

Dr. Chandan Jamre*, Dr. Shuchi Dubey and Dr. Rupali Patidar

Abstract

Currently, Amlapitta is widely observed across all age groups, socioeconomic strata, and communities.[1] Amlapitta is a Pittapredominant disease related to the Annavaha Srotas, caused by Mandagni and Ama. When the Amla Guna (sour quality) of Pachaka Pitta increases, it leads to Amlapitta.[2] Amlapitta presents primarily with increased acidity due to the dominance of Pachaka Pitta, manifesting as sour reflux and digestive discomfort. The main causes of its prevalence include Pitta-aggravating diet and lifestyle (Ahar- Vihar), irregular and improper eating habits, a busy and stressful lifestyle, and emotional factors such as hurry, worry, and anxiety. Common Symptoms of Amlapitta include Avipaka (indigestion), Klama (tiredness), Utklesha (nausea), Tikta-Amlodgara (sour and bitter belching with burning sensation in the throat), and Aruchi (loss of appetite). Hyperacidity refers to a group of symptoms caused by an imbalance between the acid-secreting mechanisms of the stomach and proximal intestine and the protective mechanisms that safeguard them. Under normal physiological conditions, the gastric glands secrete hydrochloric acid, a crucial component in the digestion and breakdown of nutrients. However, when there is excessive production of acid, it leads to a condition known as hyperacidity.[1]

Keywords: Amlapitta, Pitta, Agni, Agnimandhya, Annavahasrotas, Hyperacidity.