Significance of Itching
Kavya explains that itching is more than just a physical sensation; it is often associated with various superstitions that suggest it can predict different outcomes. These beliefs tie the experience of itching to cultural interpretations and significance, illustrating how physical sensations can be intertwined with societal views and expectations. Thus, itching can have a dual role, serving both as a physiological response and a culturally influenced signal.
Synonyms: Scratching, Pruritus, Irritation, Discomfort
In Finnish: Kutina
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Hindu concept of 'Itching'
In Hinduism, itching symbolizes a physical sensation that correlates with diverse superstitions, suggesting varying interpretations of future events or outcomes based on the specific body part affected by the itch.
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) A physical sensation linked to various superstitions predicting different outcomes.[1]
The concept of Itching in scientific sources
Itching, identified in the text, represents discomfort primarily in two contexts: as an eye-related symptom linked to dry eye syndrome and as a skin-related symptom from conditions like psoriasis, highlighting its diverse manifestations.
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) One of the distressing symptoms experienced by women suffering from Kikkisha, leading to discomfort.[2] (2) Another symptom associated with warts evaluated in the study for its response to treatment with Kadalikshara and Apamargakshara.[3] (3) A discomfort experienced in the eyes, often associated with dry eye syndrome and other ocular surface diseases.[4] (4) A common skin-related symptom described as kandu in the case study.[5] (5) A common symptom associated with psoriasis, caused by inflammation and irritation of the skin.[6]
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) A common symptom associated with skin diseases, often resulting in discomfort for affected individuals.[7] (2) A common symptom in Kikkisa that affects a large number of pregnant women, marked by the urge to scratch affected areas due to dry and discolored skin.[8] (3) A common symptom associated with anal warts that patients may report during clinical evaluation.[9] (4) A common symptom experienced by patients with parikartika, characterized by irritation in the anal region.[10] (5) A primary symptom experienced by patients with eczema, reported in the study as affecting nearly all patients.[11]