CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES IN AYURVEDA- A REVIEW
Journal Title: World Journal of Pharmaceutical and life sciences - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 4
Abstract
Cardiovascular diseases share large and increasing global burden of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Although many types of cardio-vascular diseases are enlisted in contemporary science. Only a few explanations are available in ayurvedic classics. Ayurveda considers Hridaya as vital organ of the body. As it is one among the Tri-marmas, any injury to Hridaya leads to the severe complication and even death. Cardiovascular diseases are discussed under Hridroga in Ayurveda. Cardiovascular diseases accounted for around one fourth of all deaths in India in 2008. It will be the largest cause of death and disability by 2020 in India. It has been forecasted that 2.6 million peoples will die from coronary heart disease which constitutes 54% of deaths caused due to cardiovascular disease, making an impact to the society and the economy even more significant. Cardiovascular diseases are the current burning problem in the society understanding the heart diseases with respect to dosha & dushya involved in them is very essential. An attempt has been made in this paper for consideration of doshas & dushyas involved in the pathogenesis of various cardiac disorders.
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Dr. Aarif Khan
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