Significance of Pathogenic factor

Pathogenic factors, as defined by Ayurveda and science, encompass a range of influences leading to disease development. Ayurveda identifies these factors as causes independent of diet, including environmental and lifestyle elements, alongside biological and psychological agents within the body. Science similarly recognizes pathogenic factors as contributors to disease, emphasizing the role of dosha imbalances like Ama and Vata, immune deficiencies, and environmental conditions. Both perspectives highlight how various imbalances, whether physical or mental, can lead to illness.

Synonyms: Infectious agent, Pathogen, Causative agent

In Dutch: Pathogene factor; In Finnish: Patogeeninen tekijä; In Spanish: Factor patógeno

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Hindu concept of 'Pathogenic factor'

Hinduism Books

In Hinduism, the term "Pathogenic factor" encompasses elements that lead to disease development, including environmental influences, lifestyle choices, and biological or psychological agents affecting the body's health.

Significance in Ayurveda (science of life):
Ayurveda Books

(1) The biological and psychological agents within the body that can lead to disease.[1] (2) Causes that lead to disease development, independent of diet, including environmental and lifestyle influences.[2]

(1) Elements that contribute to the origin or development of diseases within the body system.[3]

(1) These are factors of the mind, including Raja and Tama, which produce many Manasa Vikaras, such as Kaama, Krodha, and Soka, as mentioned in the scriptures.[4]

Ayurveda is a branch of Indian science dealing with medicine, herbalism, taxology, anatomy, surgery, alchemy and related topics. Traditional practice of Ayurveda in ancient India dates back to at least the first millenium BC. Literature is commonly written in Sanskrit using various poetic metres.

The concept of Pathogenic factor in scientific sources

Science Books

Pathogenic factor pertains to the primary causes of disease, particularly in Amavata, where Ama and Vata are central, while Kapha and Pitta may also contribute, with Ama identified as the chief factor.

Significance in Health Sciences:
Health Sciences Books

(1) Pathogenic factors are biological agents or conditions that contribute to the development and progression of diseases, such as those found in the etiological factors for otitis media.[5]

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Plural form: Pathogenic factors.