Significance of Apanavata in the life as described in Charakasamhita

Abstract

Ayurveda deals with human being to solve entire problems related to human. It tells us about human physiology and pathology with its own principles. It has been mentioned that Doshas are active principles of the body responsible for all pathophysiological status. There are three types of physical Doshas named as Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Apanavata is a kind of Vatadosha which help in sustenance of the body. Apanavata resides in lower part of the body and maintains homeostasis by regulating some specific functions such as excretion of excreta, semen and menstrual blood etc. Vitiated Apanavata creates abnormalities related to lower body organs like fistula and prolapse etc. This plays important role in living beings, so factors related to it, will be describe and discuss in full paper.