Garbhini Pandu (Anemia In Pregnancy)- A Conceptual Study

Aparajita Rai; Anusha M

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.63855

Garbhini Pandu (Anemia In Pregnancy)- A Conceptual Study

Author(s)	Dr. Aparajita Rai, Dr. Anusha M
Country	India
Abstract	Pregnancy is a unique and transformative stage in a woman’s life, accompanied by numerous physical and physiological changes that may predispose her to various health complications. Among these, anaemia particularly gestational anaemia is one of the most prevalent and concerning conditions, especially in developing countries. The global prevalence of anaemia in pregnancy is 36.8% (1), while in India it is significantly higher at 52.2% (2). Iron-deficiency anaemia remains the most common type, primarily due to inadequate dietary intake, poor absorption, and low socio-economic status. Anaemia during pregnancy is associated with adverse outcomes such as preterm labour, stillbirth, increased susceptibility to infections, postpartum haemorrhage, and maternal depression. Ayurveda places strong emphasis on women’s health and provides detailed descriptions of pregnancy-related disorders under the concept of Garbhopadravas. Garbhini Pandu, considered analogous to anaemia in modern science, is not described as a separate disease but can be understood through references to Pandu Roga and pregnancy-related complications. According to Ayurvedic principles, during pregnancy, Rasa and Rakta Dhatus of the mother are heavily utilized for fetal nourishment. Their depletion due to increased physiological demand, poor digestion (Agnimandya), and inadequate nutrition leads to Pitta imbalance and impairment of Rakta Dhatu, resulting in Garbhini Pandu. Clinically, it manifests as pallor, fatigue, weakness, and other systemic symptoms that may adversely impact both maternal and fetal health.This study aims to explore the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, and Ayurvedic management of Garbhini Pandu, correlating it with iron-deficiency anaemia in pregnancy. Ayurvedic management emphasizes early diagnosis and a holistic approach involving Ahara, Vihara, and Aushadhi to balance doshas, enhance Dhatu quality, and promote optimal maternal-fetal health.
Keywords	Pregnancy, Anaemia, Iron-deficiency, Garbhini Pandu, Rasa Dhatu, Rakta Dhatu, Agnimandya, Ayurveda, Maternal health, Fetal health.
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On	2025-12-18
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.63855

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