A Profile on Medico-Historical Aspects Of Anaemia In Ayurveda

Abstract

Anaemia (Pandu) has been well discussed in Ayurveda since ancient times. Rigveda mentions it and Atharva Veda finds the relation with Ayas ie Iron. Charaka, Susruta, Harita and Bhela etc described its management in detail. Various aspects of Pandu like diagnosis, food related, life style related, psychological, disease related Etiology, types, pathogenesis, prodromal symptoms, clinical signs and symptoms, prognosis, clinical management, complications, dietary & other regulations described by different Acharyas from ancient, medieval and recent times were discussed in chronological order. Attempt was made to highlight contribution of them specific to anemia management. This will be relevant now because of prevalence of anemia in our country. Ayurveda will support the strategies to improve Quality of life of people by its principles.