Yakrit Vriddhi (Hepatomegaly) In Ayurveda: Conceptual And Therapeutic Insights From Classical Texts

Authors

  • Dr. Sunita Dangi
  • Dr. Prakash Chhipa
  • Dr. Kiran Kumari
  • Prof.(Dr.) Pramod Kumar Mishra
  • Dr. Brahmanand Sharma
  • Dr. Praveen Kumar

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.69980/ajpr.v28i2.568

Abstract

Liver diseases represent a significant global health challenge, contributing to substantial morbidity and mortality worldwide. The exploration of traditional medical systems, such as Ayurveda, offers valuable conceptual and therapeutic insights that may complement modern medical approaches. This paper systematically examines Yakrit Vriddhi (hepatomegaly) from an Ayurvedic perspective, delineating its classical definitions, anatomical and physiological understanding, and intricate etiopathogenesis. It establishes correlations between Ayurvedic concepts and modern medical diagnoses, including Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and cirrhosis. Furthermore, the report details traditional Ayurvedic diagnostic methods and comprehensive therapeutic strategies, encompassing Panchakarma procedures, specific herbal formulations, and essential dietary and lifestyle modifications. The current landscape of research on Ayurvedic management of liver disorders is reviewed, identifying existing gaps and proposing future directions for fostering an integrative approach to liver health.

Author Biographies

Dr. Sunita Dangi

PG Scholar, PG Department of Kaychikitsa, Post Graduate Institute Of Ayurveda, DSRRAU Jodhpur Rajasthan.

Dr. Prakash Chhipa

PG Scholar, PG Department of Kaychikitsa, Post Graduate Institute Of Ayurveda, DSRRAU Jodhpur Rajasthan.

Dr. Kiran Kumari

PG Scholar, PG Department of Kaychikitsa, Post Graduate Institute Of Ayurveda, DSRRAU Jodhpur Rajasthan.

Prof.(Dr.) Pramod Kumar Mishra

Professor and HoD, PG Department of Kaychikitsa, Post Graduate Institute Of Ayurveda, DSRRAU Jodhpur Rajasthan.

Dr. Brahmanand Sharma

Associate Professor & HoD, PG Department of Swasthvrita, Post Graduate Institute Of Ayurveda, DSRRAU Jodhpur Rajasthan.

Dr. Praveen Kumar

Associate Professor, PG Department of Agadtantra evum vidhi vaidhyaka, Post Graduate Institute Of Ayurveda, DSRRAU Jodhpur Rajasthan.

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2025-03-14

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Vol. 28 No. 2 (2025): American Journal of Psychiatric Rehabilitation

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