ABSTRACT

Background: - Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is a term for a group of genetic diseases characterized by the production of hemoglobin (Hb) "S" and it is chronic in nature with painful crisis, lead to aliered quality of life in children. Presently, there is no definite treatment other than a successful bone marrow transplant for SCA. Its symptoms and the nature of the disease can be compared with Pandu in Ayurveda literature. Considering the pathogenesis of Pandu and symptoms of Sickle cell anemia in present article the diet measures and regimen for children with sickle cell anemia has been discussed. Material and Methods: Different literature on diet on sickle cell anemia and Ayurveda literature were reviewed in this article. Data Source and Review Methods: Data on the SCA and Pandu has been reviewed from all possible Ayurveda Texts, also the different research articles on SCA and Pandu from all scientific indexed journal research papers, Pubchem and other authenticated data bases has been reviewed, analysed, discussed and concluded. Discussion and Conclusion: SCA cases can be considered as Rasa-Rakta Kshaya and the diet and herbs which improve the Dhatu Poshana (Cellular nutrition) Rasa-Rakta Dhatu are useful in the management of SCA to improve the nourishment and quality of life of these children. Keywrods: Ayurveda diet, Pandu, Sickle Cell Anemia (SCA), Rasa-Rakta Kshaya
Publication date: 05/03/2022

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2022/11.3.1080