Effects of Yoga on Cancer Chemotherapy Induced Nauses and Vomiting, and its Correlation to the Concept of Agni in Ayurveda

Abstract

Chemotherapy results in severe nausea and vomiting (CCINV) along with accompanying symptoms and can cause severe distress amongst cancer patients. These clusters of symptoms are not given importance due to their subtle and subjective nature of presentation. CCINV needs to be addressed through a holistic understanding, as there is a disparity in the treating and the practicing guidelines for efficient management and complete control of nausea and vomiting. Traditional systems of healing like Yoga and Äyurveda,