Question 1

A patient presents with burning sensation in chest, sour eructation, nausea and excessive thirst after spicy meals. The most likely Dosha involvement is:

Accepted Answer

Burning sensation, sour belching and thirst are classical features of Pitta aggravation. Spicy food is a known Pitta-provoking factor and commonly leads to Amlapitta.

Question 2

Hridaya is considered as the Mula of which Srotas?

Accepted Answer

According to Charaka Samhita, Hridaya and Rasavahi Dhamani are the Mula (root) of Pranavaha Srotas. This is a frequently asked conceptual question.

Question 3

A patient suffering from bronchial asthma presents with severe dyspnea that worsens at night and improves after expectoration. The Ayurvedic diagnosis is:

Accepted Answer

Tamaka Shwasa corresponds to bronchial asthma. Symptoms include dyspnea, Kapha expectoration and worsening at night due to Kapha dominance.

Question 4

Pakwashaya is considered the main site of:

Accepted Answer

Pakwashaya (large intestine) is the principal seat of Vata Dosha. This concept is fundamental in understanding Vata disorders.

Question 5

A patient presents with constipation, dry skin, anxiety and insomnia. The dominant Dosha vitiation is:

Accepted Answer

Dryness, constipation, anxiety and insomnia are classical signs of Vata aggravation due to Ruksha and Chala qualities of Vata.

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