Common Causes of Dysentery
- Unhygienic food or water causing intestinal infection
- Excess spicy, sour, or fermented foods aggravating pitta
- Suppressed natural urges disturbing bowel function
- Seasonal heat and monsoon dampness weakening agni
- Long-standing indigestion and poor dietary discipline
Symptoms of Dysentery
- Loose stools mixed with blood and mucus
- Severe abdominal cramping and pain
- Frequent urge to pass stools with straining
- Fever, sweating, and excessive thirst
- Weakness and fatigue from fluid loss
Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Dysentery
- Astringent herbs like bilva and kutaja to stop bleeding
- Cooling formulations to pacify aggravated pitta
- Light, binding foods such as rice gruel and buttermilk
- Hydration with medicated water and herbal decoctions
- Rest and stress reduction to support gut healing