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27 articles for “Temperament (Mizaj)”
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Concept of Rhinosinusitis in the Unani Medicine: A Systematic Review
Abstract: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a common multifactorial inflammatory disease of the mucosal lining of nose and paranasal sinuses. It is a frequently occurring disease, with significant impact on quality of life and health care spending, and economic impact in terms of absenteeism and productivity. The signs and symptoms of Warm-e-Tajaweef Anaf Muzmin (Chronic rhinosinusitis) are consistent with Nazla barid which depend on the involvement of paranasal sinuses. About 5–15% of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 33–41 Read article
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The concept of Sū’-i-mizāj Nukhā and A‘ṣāb
Abstract: The Unani system of medicine provides a holistic understanding of neurological disorders, emphasizing the role of Su’-i-Mizaj (dystemperament) in the spinal cord (Nukhā) and nerves (A‘ṣāb). According to Unani scholars like Ali Ibn Abbas Majusi, disturbances in the mizaj-e-tabai (natural temperament) of Nukhā lead to various neurological conditions, categorized into Istirkhā’ (Flaccidity), Abar Bilqisiya (Bell’s Palsy), Khaddar (Numbness), Tashannuj (Convulsions), and Ra‘sha (Tremors).The most common dystemperament in Nukhā and A‘ṣāb …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 53–57 Read article
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Exploring Nutool (Irrigation) as A Treatment Method in Ilaj Bit Tad-Beer (Regimenal Therapy)
Abstract: The Unani system of medicine employs four primary modes of treatment: Illaj bil ghiza (dietotherapy), Illaj bil Dawa (pharmacotherapy), Illaj bit tadbeer (Regimenal therapy), and Illaj bil yad (surgery). Illaj bit Tadbeer encompasses a range of regimenal interventions, including Hijamah (cupping), Irsal alaq (leeching), Fasd (venesection), Dalak (massage), Nutool (irrigation), Qay (Emesis), Idrar-i-Bawl (Diuresis), Tariq (Diaphoresis), Munzij and Mu'shil therapy (Concoction and purgation), Bukhoor (medicated steam), kayy (cauterization), Huqna (enema), …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Scientific Appraisal of Unani Drugs Used in Neurological Disorders
Abstract: Background: Neurological disorders are prevalent and are increasing. The Unani system of medicine provides insights into the pathogenesis, prevention, and treatment of these diseases. Objective: This study explores the Unani perspective on neurological disorders, focusing on therapies and the pharmacodynamics of related medicines. Methods: A comprehensive review of Unani literature was conducted using digital and traditional sources. Unani texts, like “Al Qanoon Fil Tib” by Ibn Sina and “Al Jami …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–44 Read article
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The Effective Unani Management of Bell’s Palsy: A Case Study
Abstract: Bell’s palsy (Laqwa) is an acute, idiopathic, unilateral LMN-type facial nerve palsy characterized by a rapid onset of weakness of facial muscles on the affected side, drooping of eyelids on the same side, difficulty in closing the eye completely, drooping of the angle of the mouth on the same side, saliva dribbling from the affected side and mouth deviating towards the healthy side. It causes facial dysfunction and alters the …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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A Clinical Study based Observation on Prevalence of Altered Liver Enzymes among Patients of Hepatobiliary Diseases Attending National Institute of Unani Medicine, India
Abstract: Background: Hepatobiliary disease is a major health problem responsible for millions of deaths annually. As reported, more than 40 million deaths occur annually in South-East Asia Region due to hepatobiliary diseases. This study was conducted as a clinical trial to assess the efficacy of Unani formulation, from which the data on prevalence of altered liver enzymes among patients of hepatobiliary diseases in which the study participants were collected and compiled …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 5–11 Read article
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ASSESSMENT OF DEMOGRAPHIC ATTRIBUTES AND HEALTH PROFILE OF SCHEDULE CASTES OF 5 VILLAGES OF ALIGARH DISTRICT, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA
Abstract: Demography is the scientific study of human populations. It takes into account the quantitative aspects of their general characteristics. In this paper health profile and different attributes of demography like age, gender, caste, marital status, educational status, temperament and occupation etc. of Scheduled caste people of 5 villages of Aligarh district were assessed and documented. A pretested, predesigned questionnaire containing the demographic attributes was filled by researchers by face to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 36–43 Read article