With Dhanada Kulkarni

“Dosha Dhatu mala mulam hi shriram” recalling this definition of sharir (body), Susruta considers Mala along with Dosha and Dhatu as roots (Mula) of the body. Proper regulation and elimination of faces (mala) is important in maintenance of health. Retention of mala (constipation) shows that Dosha-Dhatu and mala factors are disturbed and it may lead to the disease state. Hence it is very important to consider Dhatu analysis in the clinical management of Malavsthbha. This presentation highlights on new standpoint of treating Malavrodha which is Dhatu Depletion (Kshinata) and Increased (Virdhi) jaynya Malavrodha Chikista (treatment).