Significance of Eye disease
Eye disease encompasses a broad range of conditions affecting vision, with definitions varying across different disciplines. In Hinduism, Jainism, and Ayurveda, eye diseases are seen as impairments linked to spiritual and physical health, often treatable with specific remedies or procedures. In modern science, eye disease is attributed to factors like heredity and environmental conditions, leading to issues such as cataracts and diabetic retinopathy. Each tradition provides unique insights and treatments for the myriad ailments grouped under eye disease.
Synonyms: Vision impairment, Visual impairment, Eye disorder, Ophthalmic disease
In Dutch: Oogziekte; In Finnish: Silmäsairaus; In Spanish: Enfermedad ocular
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Buddhist concept of 'Eye disease'
In Buddhism, Eye disease symbolizes 96 vision-related ailments the Bodhisattva aims to heal, reflects Pilindavatsa's afflictions, and serves as an allegory for flawed perceptions stemming from ignorance about reality.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) Afflictions related to the vision, suffered by Pilindavatsa.[1] (2) Refers specifically to 96 ailments affecting vision that the Bodhisattva seeks to heal.[2]
From: Bodhisattvacharyavatara
(1) An allegorical condition representing the flawed perceptions we have about reality due to ignorance.[3]
Hindu concept of 'Eye disease'
In Hinduism, eye diseases encompass a wide range of ailments affecting vision, treatable through various methods such as medicinal compounds, surgeries, and therapeutic interventions, highlighting both physical and symbolic aspects of sight and perception.
From: Sushruta Samhita, Volume 6: Uttara-tantra
(1) A category of medical conditions that affects the eye as a whole, including various types mentioned in the text.[4] (2) A general term encompassing various ailments and conditions affecting the eyes, such as itching and swelling.[5] (3) Various conditions affecting the eyes, including those related to deranged bodily doshas, like Kukunaka.[6] (4) Conditions affecting the eyes that may require surgical intervention for treatment.[7] (5) Medical conditions affecting the eye that necessitate treatment, including excisions for certain types.[8]
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) Conditions affecting vision and eye health, with treatments specified according to the influencing doshas.[9] (2) A wide range of conditions that affect the eyes, including infections, inflammation, and vision disturbances.[10] (3) Conditions that affect vision, similarly categorized into four varieties as other diseases.[11]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) Illnesses of the eyes that may require specific remedies such as collyria.[12] (2) A condition affecting the eyes, often referenced in the text without specific details, and may cause pain.[13]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 4: Cikitsasthana
(1) Conditions affecting the eyes, for which the prepared compound from Tuvaraka is indicated, effective against ailments like night-blindness and dimness of sight.[14]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) A category of ailments affecting the eyes that may be addressed by the intake of mica combined with other ingredients.[15] (2) Afflictions that can be treated by applying a paste made from various herbs, including saindhava and daru haridra, to the eyelids.[16] (3) Conditions that kasisa is known to treat, especially with the puspa-kasisa variety.[17] (4) Various conditions affecting the eye for which all types of anjana mentioned are said to be efficacious.[18] (5) Another category of ailments that Rasaka can cure.[19]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) A health condition affecting vision, which necessitates a controlled intake of water.[20] (2) A range of conditions affecting the eyes that the medicinal pills are effective against.[21] (3) Health issues related to vision that the medicine aims to cure.[22] (4) Health issues affecting the eyes, which can be exacerbated by exposure to sunlight.[23]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) Any ailment affecting the eyes, which may be treated by the use of incinerated lead with sugar.[24] (2) Health issues that can be treated using the water derived from the finger-ring.[25]
From: Garuda Purana
(1) Conditions affecting the eyes, characterized by distressing symptoms and requiring specific observations for diagnosis.[26] (2) Refers to various ailments affecting the eyes, specifically highlighted here by the condition Pushpanasha, treated with Malati flowers.[27] (3) A condition affecting the eyes, specifically referred to as Patola-raga in the provided text.[28] (4) A medical condition affecting vision, specifically referred to as Patola-raga in the text.[29]
From: Agni Purana
(1) Conditions affecting vision that are treatable with applications of blue vitriol collyrium and other herbs or substances.[30]
From: Amarakoshodghatana of Kshirasvamin (study)
(1) Afflictions of the eyes, including partial blindness or darkness of vision, indicated by the term Patalam.[31] (2) Conditions affecting the eyes that can be alleviated by the application of tutthanjanam.[32]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) A condition that causes a person to perceive the moon as double, representing how ignorance (avidya) distorts the perception of reality.[33] (2) A condition that causes the perception of the moon as double, illustrating the concept of obscured perception.[34]
From: Brihat Samhita
(1) A health issue specifically related to vision that can arise as an effect of certain decisions or outcomes linked to clothing.[35]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) A specific ailment of the horse that necessitates an offering to the sun deity Surya, symbolizing vision and illumination.[36]
Jain concept of 'Eye disease'
In Jainism, Eye disease symbolizes a loss of vision akin to impaired understanding due to transgressions, highlighting the importance of moral integrity in maintaining clarity of perception and insight.
From: Yogadrstisamuccaya of Haribhadra Suri (Study)
(1) A condition that impairs vision, likened to the impairment of understanding by transgressions.[37]
The concept of Eye disease in scientific sources
Eye disease encompasses conditions affecting vision, with Celastrus paniculatus leaves as a treatment option. It also includes vitamin A deficiency-related issues, leading to symptoms like xerophthalmia, night blindness, and potentially complete blindness.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) Eye diseases result from various factors, including lifestyle choices and improper diet, leading to disturbances in ocular health.[38] (2) Health conditions specifically affecting the eyes, which can be addressed through Ksharkarma in Shalakya tantra.[39] (3) Eye diseases encompass various conditions that affect ocular health, necessitating specialized treatments such as those provided by Kriyakalpa.[40] (4) Conditions that can be treated with specific flower preparations aimed at enhancing eye health.[41] (5) Eye diseases, also known as Netravyadhi, are classified under various conditions affecting the eyes according to both modern and Ayurvedic medicine.[42]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) Medical conditions that affect the eyes, which can lead to vision impairment or loss, often linked to lifestyle factors that the article discusses.[43] (2) Disorders related to vision and the overall health of the eyes, often influenced by dietary choices according to Ayurveda.[44] (3) Conditions affecting the eye that can lead to impairment or loss of vision, such as refractive errors and glaucoma.[45] (4) Eye diseases described in the text include conditions such as dry eyes, myopia, cataract, and diabetic retinopathy that affect vision.[46] (5) Health conditions affecting the eye, including keratoconus, described through Ayurvedic and modern medical frameworks.[47]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) Nimi identified 76 types of eye diseases, classified by their causes and symptoms, reflecting a comprehensive understanding of ophthalmological conditions in ancient times.[48] (2) A category of health issues addressed in the text with multiple remedies provided for their treatment.[49] (3) Medical conditions affecting the eye, which can be caused by factors such as heredity, lack of basic eye care, environmental pollution, and injuries.[50] (4) A category of health issues concerning the eyes, discussed extensively in the book with descriptions of various treatment procedures.[51]
From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
(1) Eye disease encompasses a variety of conditions affecting the eyes, including those identified in the context of Shalakya Tantra and modern medicine.[52] (2) A condition affecting the eyes for which the leaves of Celastrus paniculatus are used.[53]
From: Ayushdhara journal
(1) A category of health issues that affect the eyes, requiring attention and treatment.[54] (2) Clinical conditions that may occur due to improper diet or lifestyle, such as Diabetic Retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and Computer Vision Syndrome.[55]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine
(1) A range of conditions affecting the eyes, which can result from vitamin A deficiency and include symptoms such as xerophthalmia, night blindness, and complete blindness.[56]