In Ayurveda, allergy is not described as a single disease but is understood as a result of dosha imbalance, impaired Agni (digestive fire), and Ama (toxins) leading to abnormal reactions of the body to otherwise harmless substances. Allergic conditions are mainly explained under: Common correlated conditions:

In Ayurveda, allergy is not described as a single disease but is understood as a result of dosha imbalance, impaired Agni (digestive fire), and Ama (toxins) leading to abnormal reactions of the body to otherwise harmless substances.

Allergic conditions are mainly explained under:

• Asatmya (incompatibility / non-suitability)
• Satmya–Asatmya
• Viruddha Ahara (incompatible food)
• Amaja Vyadhi
• Rasavaha & Pranavaha Srotas Dushti

Common correlated conditions:

• Sheetapitta – Udarda – Kotha → urticaria / skin allergy
• Pratishyaya → allergic rhinitis
• Tamaka Shwasa → allergic asthma
• Vicharchika / Kandu → allergic dermatitis, eczema