PHYSIOLOGY OF VOMITING – A PANCHABHOUTHIK UNDERSTANDING

Abstract

The body is described as the modified form of Mahabhutas hence the description of the identity of the individual & the universe relates to Mahabhutic composition only. The multitudes of the human features are ascribed to the proportion of different Bhutas each of different nature. The major function of Prithvi Mahabhuta is it improves the size by solidifying the body parts, Jala Mahabhuta confluences the body tissues, Agni Mahabhuta is responsible for metabolic activities, Vayu Mahabhuta divides and differentiates the cell and tissues, Akasha Mahabhuta increases the quantity by forming cavities. The solid and tough structures like organs and at microscopic level and other cellular components are the attributes of Prithvi Mahabhuta . The liquid portion present inside the systems i.e. intracellular fluid, secretions from structures which helps in lubrication & moistening, vomitus liquid portion volume which is the triggering factor for reflex can be considered as the attributes of Jala Mahabhuta . The Agni Mahabhhuta can be considered as neurotransmitters that are secreted for the initiation & continuation of vomiting process. The process of movement of vomitus from lower part of the gut to exterior, systemic control of vomiting, transmission of nerve impulse & vomitus can be considered as the function of Vayu Mahabhuta since the function of Vayu Mahabhuta is differentiation & movement. The space present inside various organs and various channels present for the passage of vomitus can be attributed to Akasha Mahabhuta .