Significance of Specific disease
Specific disease, in the context of Ayurveda, refers to conditions treated with Marma point stimulation, Agraya Dravyas, and specific enemas. It also considers the impact of Dosha imbalances and the quantity of ingredients used in rituals. In Indian history, specific diseases are addressed with recipes from texts like Ashtangasamgraha. In psychiatry, it defines a distinct medical condition with specific symptoms. Health sciences use the term to describe illnesses like anthrax, and conditions that require targeted treatments, such as those identified through palmistry, and the use of Guduchyadi Kwath and Centella asiatica.
Synonyms: Certain condition
In Dutch: Specifieke ziekte; In Finnish: Erityinen sairaus; In Spanish: Enfermedad específica
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Hindu concept of 'Specific disease'
In Hinduism, "Specific disease" encompasses diverse medical conditions. It influences treatments like venesection, enemas, and ritual ingredient quantities. It's linked to Dosha imbalances, insect bite temperaments, and diseases like Mutrakrichra. Specific diseases also guide alkali use and Marma point stimulation, with Agraya Dravyas used to treat them.
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) Specific disease manifests when aggravated Dosha start to localize to any part of the body in the stage of Dosha-Dushya Sammurchchana, which is the stage of premonitory symptoms.[1] (2) The quantity of ingredients going into a ritual like Prayashchitta may vary according to the specific disease being addressed by the treatment.[2] (3) These are diseases such as Mutrakrichra, Kusta, and Shiroroga, where Dhatryadi Kwatha is mentioned across different chapters in Ayurvedic texts.[3] (4) Agraya Dravyas are singled out for their exceptional efficacy in treating these conditions, balancing Doshas, and promoting overall health and well-being, according to the provided information.[4] (5) This is what there is a specific Marma points for, which the stimulation of this points in proper manner causes chemical changes and signals the body.[5]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) Consistency, color, smell etc. are different in Artava in these.[6] (2) Conditions where Naimittika Ramayana is used, such as Arjuna in Hridrog.[7] (3) To achieve maximum results of any drug in this, drug plays a pivotal role.[8] (4) The manifestation of diseases pertaining to a part of the Body in the Sthansansrya stage.[9] (5) To determine the specific character of the disease proper examination is needed. For examination of a specific disease, all four Pramana are required.[10]
From: Sushruta Samhita, Volume 5: Kalpasthana
(1) Health conditions arising due to the derangement of the three Doshas in the body, closely tied to the temperament of the insect involved in the bite.[11]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 3: Sharirasthana
(1) Various medical conditions that dictate when and where venesection should be performed.[12]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 1: Sutrasthana
(1) Certain health conditions that indicate the appropriate use of alkalis, which must be carefully considered by the physician.[13]
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) Medical conditions for which certain types of enemas may be specifically indicated, based on their therapeutic properties.[14]
The concept of Specific disease in local and regional sources
Specific disease, as described in the text, encompasses illnesses detailed in ancient Ayurvedic texts like Ashtangasamgraha and Vanga-senasamhita. These texts contain numerous recipes designed to combat specific diseases or groups of diseases.
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) These are diseases that the Ashtangasamgraha and the Vanga-senasamhita address, with a significant number of recipes described as effective against specific diseases or disease groups.[15]
The concept of Specific disease in scientific sources
"Specific disease" denotes identifiable health conditions, illnesses, or medical issues with unique symptoms and potential treatments. It encompasses conditions treatable by Centella asiatica, characterized by signs of Deep Vein Thrombosis, or those identified in Ayurvedic texts, and illnesses targeted for specific treatments.
From: Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research
(1) This is a disease, characterized by fever and anemia resulting in lethargy and anorexia, caused by the pathogen Anaplasma marginale in cattle, as identified by Theiler.[16] (2) This term is used to describe the illness affecting cattle, in which Anaplasma marginale was identified in their blood, as documented in a report.[17] (3) This refers to particular illnesses, such as anthrax, Rift Valley Fever, and others, which the text shows that collaboration has been implemented for their diagnosis, treatment, and campaigns.[18]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) There are not many coping questionnaires that have been developed based on specific diseases.[19] (2) The conditions that Piper betle is being studied for its potential in treating, and the mechanisms of action against these diseases should be studied.[20]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) Similarly, thousands of patents/patent applications can be searched in patent databases related to drug discovery and development related to a specific diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, tuberculosis, HIV infection, central nervous system diseases, and unmet medical needs.[21] (2) Applications of clinical decision support system in health care include Tailoring order sets or templates for these, according to the provided figure.[22]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Information on the use of herbal plants for treatment of these from all over the world is available.[23]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Pneumonia was the most common one at ICU admission.[24] (2) Particular illnesses within cardiovascular and respiratory disease categories, such as chronic rheumatic heart disease and pneumonia.[25] (3) A particular illness or condition for which people seek information, such as cardiovascular diseases in this study.[26] (4) Specific diseases are individual illnesses or conditions that contribute to mortality, and the study monitors cause-specific mortality to identify trends in these diseases.[27] (5) They include cardiovascular, endocrine and metabolic, musculoskeletal, respiratory, digestive, neurological, and psychiatric diseases and are related to medical costs.[28]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) This refers to a particular medical condition with a distinct set of symptoms and causes, and menstrual psychosis is not considered a specific disease entity in the current standard classification of mental health disorders.[29]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) These are discussed in the Sushruta Sam ˙ hita , including sannipata, pointing to an attempt to harmonise with the Caraka Sam ˙ hita , where it applied only in specific cases or morbid conditions.[30]