A Critical Review Of Rajonivriti Awastha And Menopausal Syndrome In Ayurveda

Authors

  • Nisha Mor
  • Darshana
  • Shashank Nautiyal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63682/jns.v14i2.10321

Keywords:

Rajonivriti, Menopause, Vata Dosha, Dhatukshaya, Jara Awastha, Menopausal Syndrome.

Abstract

Rajonivriti Awastha is a natural physiological stage in a woman’s life where menstrual cycle gradually stops due to age-related decline in reproductive function. In modern science, this condition is understood as menopause, usually associated with hormonal changes and symptoms such as hot flushes, mood changes, sleep disturbance, vaginal dryness, fatigue, joint pain, weight gain, and psychological instability. In Ayurveda, Rajonivriti is not described as a disease, but as a natural stage of life occurring mainly due to Jara Awastha, Dhatukshaya, predominance of Vata Dosha, and gradual decline of Artava. The symptoms seen during menopause can be understood through imbalance of Vata Dosha, associated involvement of Pitta Dosha, depletion of Rasa Dhatu, Rakta Dhatu, Meda Dhatu, Asthi Dhatu, and disturbance of Manas. Proper understanding of Rajonivriti Awastha helps in planning preventive, promotive, and supportive care for women during this transitional phase. Ayurveda gives importance to Rasayana, balanced Ahara, proper Vihara, mental relaxation, Abhyanga, Yoga, and lifestyle correction for maintaining health during menopause. This review highlights the Ayurvedic understanding of Rajonivriti Awastha, its relation with menopausal syndrome, probable Samprapti, clinical features, and preventive approach

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2025-02-24

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Mor N, Darshana D, Nautiyal S. A Critical Review Of Rajonivriti Awastha And Menopausal Syndrome In Ayurveda. J Neonatal Surg [Internet]. 2025 Feb. 24 [cited 2026 May 22];14(2):389-93. Available from: https://jneonatalsurg.com/index.php/jns/article/view/10321

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Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Neonatal Surgery

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