Significance of Pile
Synonyms: Mound, Accumulation, Bundle, Collection
In Finnish: Kasa; In Dutch: Stapel
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Hindu concept of 'Pile'
In Hinduism, "Pile" commonly refers to hemorrhoids, a painful condition characterized by swollen veins in the rectum and anus. Various medicinal formulations, including herbal remedies, are prescribed to alleviate symptoms and promote healing.
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) A medical condition characterized by swollen and inflamed veins around the rectum, which the medicine aims to cure.[1] (2) A condition affecting the rectal veins, which the medicinal compound seeks to alleviate.[2] (3) A medical condition that the mixture is intended to treat.[3] (4) A condition characterized by swollen veins in the rectum and anus causing discomfort and bleeding.[4] (5) A medical condition the medicine aims to treat.[5]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) A medical condition that makshika is claimed to cure through its beneficial properties.[6] (2) A condition involving swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum that is among the ailments treatable with this medicine.[7] (3) A specific ailment that is indicated as being particularly addressed by the medicinal mixture containing kasisa and others.[8] (4) Hemorrhoids or varicose veins, which can be treated with incinerated shilajatu as per the textual prescription.[9] (5) A medical condition treated effectively by Kankustha.[10]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) A medical condition that may be alleviated through the use of emerald as a remedy.[11] (2) A type of disease that Kanta iron may help to treat.[12] (3) A condition where both solid and liquid kshara can be used as treatment.[13] (4) A condition mentioned multiple times in relation to the curing properties of both types of arka.[14]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 5: Treatment of various afflictions
(1) Swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum and anus that cause discomfort and bleeding, treatable through specific herbal remedies.[15]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 1: Sutrasthana
(1) A condition involving large varicose veins in the rectum, accompanied by significant pain and often culminating in death.[16]
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) Conditions characterized by swollen veins in the rectum, categorized into two varieties.[17]
The concept of Pile in scientific sources
The keyphrase "Pile" refers to hemorrhoids, which are characterized as swollen and inflamed veins in the rectal and anal areas, highlighting a common medical condition affecting many individuals.
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) Commonly used term for haemorrhoids, referring to swollen veins in the rectum or anus.[18] (2) Common term used to describe Arshas or Haemorrhoids, specifically referring to the swelling or inflammation around the anal area.[19]
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) Another term for haemorrhoids, derived from the Latin word 'pila,' which refers to the ball-like shape of the growth in the anal region.[20] (2) Another term for hemorrhoids, representing clusters of tissues with swollen blood vessels, causing discomfort and bleeding.[21]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) A medical condition for which Balanophora fungosa is traditionally used in tribal medicine.[22]
From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
(1) Another term for hemorrhoids, which are swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum and anus.[23]