Observational study to assess Shonita Dushti in Siraja Granthi(Varicose Vein).

Dosha,Dhatu,Mala are the roots of the human body. 1 Rakta is one among the Saptadhatu. Rakta Dhatu brings lusture to skin colour, nourishment of Mamsa Dhatu and is responsible for Jeevanakarma2 . For every disease to manifest, Vatadi Dosha gets vitiated due to specific Nidana, which in turn leads to vitiation of Rasa Raktadi Dhatu. Dushita Rakta results in the manifestation of numerous diseases which can be either systemic or localised. Siraja Granthi is caused by Vitiated Vata which causes Peedana to the Sashonita Sirajala leading to the emergence of a Nishpurana, Neeruja Granthi referred to as Siraja Granthi. 3 From contemporary science Siraja Granthi is analogous with Varicose vein. Shonita Dushti Lakshana are mentioned in Brihatrayi but standardised methods for the assessment of Shonita Dushti based on Doshadhikya in the different diseases are not developed. Understanding the role of Shonita Dushti in Siraja Granthi can provide insights into preventive measures and treatment strategies. Assessing Shonita Dushti in Siraja Granthi condition from an Ayurvedic perspective can lead to the development of personalised interventions based on Shonita dusti. Hence an attempt will be made to assess Lakshana of vitiated Shonita specifically in subjects of Siraja Granthi to know the Dosha involved.