RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF PUSHPAGHNI JATAHARINI
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.21943992Keywords:
Pushpaghni Jataharini, Nidana, SampraptiAbstract
Pushpaghni Jataharini is a gynecological disorder described in Ayurvedic literature, characterized by features such as irregular menstruation, anovulation, obesity, and infertility, which closely resemble the clinical manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). The increasing prevalence of PCOS has prompted renewed interest in understanding its Ayurvedic counterpart and the etiological factors responsible for its development. According to Ayurveda, the pathogenesis of Pushpaghni Jataharini is primarily associated with the vitiation of Kapha and Vata Doshas, impairment of Agni, formation of Ama, and dysfunction of Artava.
Various risk factors contribute to the development of this condition, including sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy dietary habits, and excessive intake of Guru, Snigdha, and Madhura Ahara, obesity, psychological stress, disturbed sleep patterns, and hereditary predisposition. These factors disrupt the normal physiological balance, leading to metabolic and reproductive dysfunctions. Modern research similarly identifies insulin resistance, obesity, genetic susceptibility, hormonal imbalance, and environmental influences as major contributors to the development of PCOS, highlighting significant parallels between the two conditions.
This review aims to explore the risk factors associated with the development of Pushpaghni Jataharini by integrating classical Ayurvedic concepts with contemporary scientific evidence. A better understanding of these factors may facilitate early identification, preventive strategies, and holistic management through lifestyle modification, dietary regulation, and appropriate Ayurvedic interventions, thereby improving reproductive health and overall quality of life in affected women.
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