Blood
letting is used to eliminate toxins that are absorbed into the
bloodstream through the gastrointestinal tract. This process purifies
the blood. It is used for disorders such as repeated attacks of skin
disorders such as urticaria, rash, eczema, acne, scabies, leucoderma,
chronic itching and hives. It is also often effective for enlarged liver
and spleen, hemochromatosis, and for gout. If administered properly, it
stimulates the antitoxic substances in the blood stream, thus developing
the immune mechanism in the blood system. It is not advisable to
administer blood letting in cases of anemia, edema, and weakness or to
aged and very young persons. Raktamoksha is the traditional Ayurvedic
method for purification and cleansing of the blood. Toxins present in
the gastro-intestinal tract are absorbed into the blood and circulated
throughout the body. This condition is called toxemia, which is the
basic cause of repeated infections, hypertension and certain other
circulatory conditions. This includes repeated attacks of skin disorders
such as urticaria, rashes, herpes, eczema, acne, leukoderma, chronic
itching or hives. In such conditions, along with internal medication,
elimination of the toxins and purification of the blood is necessary.
Raktamoksha is also indicated for cases of enlarged liver, spleen and
gout. Bloodletting also stimulates the spleen to produce antitoxic
substances, which helps to stimulate the immune system. Toxins are
neutralized enabling radical cures in many blood born disorders. Following are the diseases for which Raktamokshana can be given:
