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Prevalence of Manasikahetu (Psychological factors) in patients suffering from Ajirna (Indigestion)

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Author Details : Manasi Gajanan Oak, Mrudula Vinayak Joshi*, Vinayak Nilkanth Joshi

Volume : 6, Issue : 4, Year : 2023

Article Page : 178-183

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijnmhs.2023.029

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Abstract

Background: Ajirna In Ayurveda, digestive power is compared to fire and is also called Agni. The weakening of digestive power () by various reasons, lead to dyspepsia or indigestion and the state called as . Different symptoms like abdominal distension and hard stools detrimentally affect the lives of patients suffering from , often leading to psychological disturbances.
Study focuses on the elucidation of the prevalence of psychological issues in patients suffering from .
Statistical Analysis: Descriptive data of 100 pre-diagnosed patients, showing definite relation to causative factors was analyzed using numbers and percentages. Chi square test was also used to correlate the data.
Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional observational study included the pre-diagnosed patients of Ajirna, from the age group of 20 to 60 years. A structured and pilot-tested 14 item questionnaire was used to collect data.
Results: In our study, 67% of the patients suffered from chronic indigestion, and 33% from acute indigestion. patients were majorly affected by hard stools (89%), abdominal distension (85%), and incomplete defecation or bloating (54%). Other noteworthy factors are 72% of the patients showed excessive water intake per day and restraining from defecation reflex (70%). Almost 90% of the population was sentimental, with 76% was short-tempered and 72% restraining the crying reflex. The frequent emotional breakdown was noticed in 71% of the patients, and 40% suffered from grief regularly.
Conclusion: Our study suggests the correlation of chronic digestive problems with psychological factors () in patients. Therefore, treatment of along with associated psychological ailments will be crucial for effective outcome.

Keywords: Vishtabdh Ajirna, Vata dosha, Prativasara Ajirna

How to cite : Oak M G, Joshi M V, Joshi V N, Prevalence of Manasikahetu (Psychological factors) in patients suffering from Ajirna (Indigestion). J Nutr Metab Health Sci 2023;6(4):178-183

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