Exploring the interface between autoimmune diseases and Ayurveda: A comprehensive review

Autoimmune diseases are condition in which our own cells are being attacked by the immune system instead of protecting the body from foreign bodies. There are more than eighty autoimmune diseases which are found in human body. Some autoimmune diseases are more common which cause real hurdles to human. Compared to males, females are more commonly exposed to the disease, though it affects both genders irrespective of age, sex and race. Early diagnosis of these autoimmune disorders can help in preventing the bodily damage. Modern aspect clearly says that all autoimmune diseases are manageable, though it has unknown causes. But, Ayurveda is a unique system of medicine which totally differs from modern medicine. Ayurvedic science deals with physical and mental wellness. There are many techniques which are mentioned in Ayurvedic classical text books (Samhitas), to analyse the patient condition. Studying all kinds of autoimmune diseases through Ayurveda is challenging. The aim of this review article is to help to understand the disease nature, with the help of modern science, in order to treat the disease using Ayurvedic method.