Abstract

Dr. Sonali Gulabsing Rathod*

ABSTRACT

Menstrual health is considered as significant facts related to the women health in Ayurveda. The modern concept of menstrual flow/fluid is related with the concept of Artava according to Ayurveda. Imbalance in Doshas can lead to various problems affecting menstrual health which all comes under the heading of Artava Vyapad. Artava Vyapad encompasses menstrual disorders and various types of menstrual imbalances manifested according to the Dosha vitiation. Vataja Artava Vyapad manifests as painful and irregular flow, Pittaja Artava Vyapad resulting marked by inflammation, heavy bleeding and heat, etc. Kaphaja Artava Vyapad, presents with heaviness, thick discharge and delayed menstruation, etc. Combined imbalance may lead Sannipataja Artava Vyapad which involves multiple Doshas simultaneously and includes many of their common symptoms. Ayurvedic management for Artava Vyapad focuses on balancing Dosha involved in disease through lifestyle changes, herbal treatments and dietary adjustments along with therapies like Snehana and Swedana.