Significance of Inflammation
Inflammation, as defined by Rasashastra, describes the body's response to injury or infection, often resulting in swelling and redness. This condition can stem from issues like lead accumulation, improper use of shila-jatu, or the effects of improperly incinerated diamonds. Treatments include using sphatika and cold baths, with various herbs providing therapeutic properties. Similarly, scientific definitions emphasize inflammation as a biological response to harmful stimuli, crucial for defense but potentially leading to chronic diseases if uncontrolled.
Synonyms: Swelling, Irritation, Redness, Inflammation response, Inflammatory response, Heat
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Hindu concept of 'Inflammation'
In Hinduism, Inflammation is interpreted as a bodily response to injury or infection, linked to factors like shila-jatu, lead accumulation, improper diamond handling, and can be treated with remedies such as cold baths and Pushpa-raga.
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) The body's response to injury or infection that may occur as a consequence of lead accumulation in the body.[1] (2) The third stage of poisoning where the body reacts with swelling and redness.[2] (3) A health condition that can be treated with the properties of Pushpa-raga.[3] (4) A medical condition marked by swelling and redness, where sphatika is suggested to have positive effects.[4] (5) A bodily response that may result from the evil effects of diamonds not properly incinerated.[5]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) Swelling in the body, including that caused by various ailments, treated through cold baths.[6]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) A bodily response to injury or infection that can result from the improper use of shila-jatu.[7]
The concept of Inflammation in scientific sources
Inflammation is a complex health condition marked by swelling and irritation, influenced by diet and linked to cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's. It also reflects the body's response to harmful stimuli, relevant for treatments like Laghupanchamula.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) A biological response that may play a critical role in the pathogenesis of diabetic retinopathy.[8] (2) A physiological response triggered by harmful stimuli, essential for healing, but can lead to chronic diseases if uncontrolled.[9] (3) A biological response to harmful stimuli that can cause injury; antioxidants help reduce this response in the body.[10] (4) A condition characterized by redness, swelling, and pain, often linked to various diseases like arthritis.[11] (5) A biological response that can contribute to various diseases; relevant to the discussion of Lodra Vata Kashaya as a treatment option.[12]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) A biological response characterized by redness, swelling, and pain, which may contribute to kidney dysfunction in nephrotic syndrome.[13] (2) A biological response that may result from consuming Viruddhahara, leading to various health issues at a molecular level.[14] (3) A clinical symptom observed in skin diseases, indicating the body's response to infection or irritation.[15] (4) The body's natural response to harmful stimuli such as insect bites, characterized by pain, redness, and swelling, which Dashanga gutika aims to alleviate.[16] (5) A biological response to harmful stimuli such as pathogens or foreign bodies, relevant for understanding the symptoms associated with pranashtashalya.[17]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) A bodily response to injury that can be treated using crushed leaves of Chloroxylon swietenia applied topically.[18] (2) Inflammation is identified as a longstanding issue for clinicians and patients, being both a part of host defense mechanisms and a cause of tissue damage.[19] (3) A biological response that may influence drug absorption, referenced in the context of enhancing the efficacy of Basti therapy.[20] (4) A biological response to harmful stimuli characterized by redness, swelling, pain, and loss of function, often seen in infections.[21]
From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
(1) A health condition characterized by swelling and irritation, which can be exacerbated by excessive consumption of sour taste in the diet.[22] (2) A biological response to harmful stimuli, highlighted as a condition treated by the formulations of Laghupanchamula.[23] (3) A biological response to harmful stimuli, which plays a key role in the pathophysiology of Alzheimer's disease.[24] (4) A biological response that can contribute to cardiovascular disease, with implications for lipid levels and overall health.[25]
From: Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology
(1) A biological response that, when uncontrolled, leads to tissue destruction and contributes to the progression of periodontal diseases.[26]