
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DIAGNOSTICS AND RESEARCH [ISSN No.: 2584-2757]
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of the abdomen), Shula (pricking type of pain),
Aruchi (tastelessness), Trit (thirst), Chardi
(vomiting), Jwara (fever), Atirudhira Sruti (excess
bleeding from the injured region), Mutra Purisha
Rodha (obstruction of passage of urine and stools)
and Marana (death).In case of Srotaviddhha
condition the Vaidya has to treat the patient by
informing the poor prognosis of the situation and
treatment should be similar to Sadyo Vrana (acute
wound) after removing the foreign body.
Discussion:
In Ayurveda, Srotas are the vital channels
responsible for the transportation and regulation of
Dhatus, Doshas, and Malas. They play a crucial
role in maintaining the equilibrium of the body, as
no bodily function occurs independently of the
Srotas. The proper functioning of the Srotas
ensures the smooth flow of nutrients, waste
products, and other essential substances. Disruption
in the flow, known as Srotodusti, is a fundamental
cause of disease, highlighting the importance of
their health for the balance of Vata, Pitta, and
Kapha Doshas. When Doshas become Prakupita
(aggravated) and leave their normal locations, they
enter the Srotas, causing vitiation and disturbance
to the Dhatus and other Marga (pathways). This
leads to Srotodusti, which can manifest in various
forms such as Atipravritti (excessive flow), Sanga
(blockage), Siragranthi (nodule formation), and
Vimarga Gamana (misdirected flow). The
interaction between the vitiated Doshas and
vulnerable Dhatus is termed Dosha-Dushya
Samurchhana, leading to the development of
Vyadhi (disease). The concept of Kha-Vaigunya
(deficiency or impairment in the Srotas) plays a
pivotal role in disease manifestation. When there is a
weakness in the Srotas, aggravated Doshas
accumulate in these weakened areas, causing
Sthana Samshraya (settling of Doshas) and setting
the stage for Vyadhi Utpatti (disease onset). The
progression of disease through these stages
underscores the importance of identifying Nidana
(causes) early to prevent Dosha Prakopa
(aggravation) and further Srotodusti. In one disease
condition Dusti (vitiation) of multiple Srotas may
get involved. For example in respiratory disorders
like Shwasa, Pranavaha, Udakavaha, and
Annavaha Srotadusti cause the disease. In other
hand in a disease multiple Srotadusti types can
coexist, like in Tamak Shwasa (Asthma), Sanga
blocks the airways, Atipravritti increases mucus
production, Vimargagamana causes Kapha to enter
improper pathways and Siragranthi leads to airway
thickening or constriction. Furthermore, the
Mulasthana (primary site) of each Srotas is critical
in understanding the Samprapti (pathogenesis) of
diseases. The disturbance in the Mulasthana can
indicate the involvement of specific organs and
systems, guiding the treatment strategy. For
instance, in Pranavaha Srotas, symptoms such as
Shwasa (breathlessness) and Kasa (cough) suggest
the involvement of the Hridaya (heart) or
Mahasrotas (gastrointestinal tract). Therefore,
treatment in Ayurveda focuses on addressing both
the specific Srotas and the underlying Srotomula,
ensuring a holistic approach to restoring balance
and health. In one disease condition Dusti
(vitiation) of multiple Srotas may get involved.