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Role of Hijama (Cupping) in the Management of Various Diseases and Probable Mechanism of Action
Abstract: Hijama is derived from Arabic word ‘Hajm’ which literally means to suck. It involves the use of cup like vessels placed on the body surface by creating a vacuum to either let out blood from below the skin surface or just plain suction without bloodletting. Hijama evacuates blood from small vessels spread over the skin and muscles and relieves congestion from the body. It is a therapy with low cost …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Concept of Diabetes Mellitus (Ziyabetus Shakri) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: The word diabetes is derived from Greek word “Diabanein” which means passing through. Ziyabetus can be divided into two types according to presence or absence of sugar in urine viz. Ziyabetus sada or barid and Ziyabetus shakri or haar. The various classical text books of Unani medicine also contain detailed descriptions of this disease. The causes of disease are suemizajwazauf e kulliya, masanawajigar (disordered temperament and weakness of kidney, bladder …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 21`–23 Read article
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Concept of Hemorrhoid (Bawaseer) and Management in Unani System of Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Hemorrhoids are dilated veins within the anal canal in the sub-epithelial region formed by radicles of the superior and inferior rectal veins. The basic cause of bulging of veins (piles) is increase in intra-abdominal pressure as in the case of obesity, constipation and pregnancy. It is a common ailment among adults. In Unani system of medicine, hemorrhoids are known as bawaseer. Buqrat (Hippocrates) (460–377BC), the renowned Unani physician, stated that …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 15–18 Read article
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Development of Antioxidant Based Therapeutics in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: During the last decades, several studies have examined the potential role of oxidative stress in the development of various diseases like cancer, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, atherosclerosis, myocardial infarction, chronic fatigue syndrome etc. Oxidative stress can cause toxic effects through the production of peroxides and free radicals that damage all components of the cell, including proteins, lipids, and DNA. Unani system of medicine has a wealth of antioxidants that can …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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An Exploratory Pilot Study on the Traditional Siddha Anthropometric Diagnostic and Screening Method ‘Manikkadai Nool Measurement’ of Undergraduate Students in Thiruvananthapuram District of Kerala, India
Abstract: Aim: The aim is to study the distribution pattern of Manikkadai Nool measurement of students studying in an undergraduate college in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala and analyse the data statistically. Manikkadai Nool measurement is the circumference of forearm which is measured four-fingerbreadth above the wrist. Background: The traditional Tamil Siddha medical text ‘Agasthiyar Sudamanikkayaru Sutram’ exclusively discusses Manikkadai Nool measurement as a continuous variable ranging from 4 to 10 fb with …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 5–11 Read article
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Malaria in Indian Perspective: A Review
Abstract: Malaria is in its pre-elimination stage in India. It is particularly widespread in low-income rural areas of eastern and northeastern states. In this scenario, community-based strategies are important for malaria control. In order to intensify elimination activities, we need to have a better awareness of malaria in the rural areas. Though there are facilities available in the urban population, due to unhygienic surroundings of slum areas, increase in the waste …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 29–31 Read article
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Effect of Shodhana Therapy in Mandal Kushtha (Psoriasis): A Case study
Abstract: Psoriasis is a chronic dermatosis characterized by well-defined erythematous lesion covered by silvery loose scales. It affect patient physically as well as psychologically because it interrupt their cosmetic harmony. Treatment available on contemporary system is not curative but suppressive only. The point prevalence of dermatological cases was 9.25%. The point prevalence of psoriasis is 8% of total dermatological disorders. Among the psoriasis patients the ratio of male to female was …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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An Understanding of Psychological Disorders in the Light of Infelat-e-Nafsaniyah (Psychic Reactions)
Abstract: AbstractMental and behavioural disorders are not exclusive to any special group, they are found in people of all regions, all countries and all societies. One person in four will develop one or more mental or behavioural disorders. Mental ill-health refers to mental health problems, symptoms and disorders, including mental health strain and symptoms related to temporary or persistent distress. Unani System of Medicine follows six essential factors for the persistence …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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Research and Review: On Irsale Alaq (Medicinal Leech), Mechanism of Action and its Uses with Applied Site
Abstract: Leech therapy is based on the concept of balancing body humours. In the Unani system of medicine the majority of the disease caused by the endogenous factors by excessive Humours accumulated of morbid matters foodstuffs or the metabolic products. There are 6 evacuation methods for the balancing of humours viz bloodletting, purging, vomiting, sweating, cauterization and diuresis are described. Among those methods, bloodletting methods are a most popular and effective …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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A Review Article of Murawwaquain (Cichorium intybus and Solanum nigrum) its Traditional Uses and Pharmacological Actions
Abstract: Murawwaquain is a herbal Unani compound preparation consists of Aab-e-KasniSabzMurawwaq (Cichorium intybus), Aab-e-Makoo Sabz Murawwaq (Solanum nigrum) in the form of tarviq-e-Adviyah. Its name is due to its form of tarviq-e-Adviya (Murawwaq). Chicory is recommended in the treatment of jaundice, spleen problems, gastrointestinal problems such as digestive difficulties, gastritis and lack of appetite, sinus problems, cuts and bruises. In Unani system of Medicine, Kasni (Chicory) is used as a hepatoprotective …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 15–17 Read article
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A Review on Concept of Basoor-e-Labaniya (Acne Vulgaris) and Its Management in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Acne vulgaris is one of the most common diseases affecting more than 85% of adolescents and young adults. It is one of the most common diseases affecting humanity and its impact on quality of life is important. Acne is a cutaneous disease of the pilosebaceous unit in which there is abnormality in sebum production. It is characterised by both inflammatory (papules, pustules and nodules) and non-inflammatory comedones (open and closed) …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Unani Concept of Iron Deficiency Anaemia: A Review
Abstract: Anaemia is a global public health problem most often associated with iron deficiency—the most widespread nutrient deficiency in the world. It affects variable proportions of the population in both developing and developed countries, with three to four times higher prevalence in the developing world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) criteria mild anaemia ranges from 11–11.9 g, moderate anaemia from 8–10.9 g and severe anaemia is less than 8 …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Varicose Veins and its Management in Unani and Modern System of Medicine
Abstract: The varicose vein is defined as “dilated tortuous and elongated superficial veins of the lower limb”. Dawali (varicose veins) is one of the commonest categories of primary venous insufficiency. Varicose veins are classified into primary and secondary types. Primary varicose veins occur more frequently, and are caused by incompetent or absent valves, defective connective tissue and smooth muscle weakness in venous wall and are usually hereditary in nature. As per …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Nutu-e-Rahm (Uterine Prolapse) and its Management in Modern and Unani System of Medicine: a Review
Abstract: Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is one of the common clinical conditions met in day-to-day gynaecological practice, especially among the parous women. Uterine prolapse is a condition in which the uterus descends down the vaginal canal towards the vaginal introitus. It is a major health concern affecting millions of women worldwide. It is a silent disorder with a huge impact on women’s quality of life and is a frequent indication for …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Comparison on the Anti-Diabetic Effect of NIKU Plus Versus Madhumega chooranam
Abstract: The path breaking revolutionary proprietary Siddha drug NIKU plus was evaluated for the anti-diabetic activity and was compared with madhumegachooranam. The study findings clearly showed that NIKU is superior over madhumegachooranam. The careful integration of Siddha wisdom and modern science is attributed for the superior efficacy of NIKU plus over madhumegachooranam. The present study does not suggest the inferior efficacy of madhumegachooranam but highlights NIKU plus to be an improved …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Concept of Body Fluids (Akhlāt)
Abstract: Unani Tibb is one of the ancient systems of medicine which is also called as the system of Greek medicine. A body fluid or "humor" is that fluid of the body in which our aliment is transformed. In our classical literature, body fluids were termed as Akhlāt (Humors). Humoral theory believes the presence of four humors in the body i.e., blood (dam), phlegm (balgham), yellow bile (safra) and black bile …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 12–14 Read article
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Account of Gross Anatomy to Microanatomy with the Orientation of Progressive Detection
Abstract: Purpose: The aim of this study is to see the history and course of histology as well as analyze the list of simple organs described in classical Unani literature with the recent advancement in the subject. Background: Concept of tissue had been described in classical Unani literature. Every era has its maximum but possible technologies to visualize and understand the things. So, Unani ancient scholars also did the best of …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Unani Concept of Diabetes Mellitus: A Review
Abstract: Diabetes is one of the top executioner illnesses of humanity. In spite of the fact that it influences all the group of society, its effect is mostly on prosperous society. The present depiction of diabetes has nearly balanced out, which primarily rotates around the job of pancreas, insulin, and its fringe obstruction alongside different causes, to a lesser degree; nonetheless, this portrayal needs reexamination. The quickening weight of the malady …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 Read article
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome- Reviewed Through the Lens of Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: AbstractIrritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is recognized as the most common functional gastrointestinal disorder in the present medical scenario, affecting 11% of the population globally. It is characterized by diarrhea or constipation and sometimes both alternately. The pathophysiology of the disease is not much understood but it has been linked to colonic motility dysfunction inflammatory changes of the intestines, change in normal microflora of the gut and disturbance of enteric nervous …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 Read article
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Potential Role of Unani Herbs in Management of Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy: A Review
Abstract: AbstractHypertensive cardiomyopathy (HTN-CM) is a structural heart disease associated with concentric left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) along with systolic or diastolic dysfunction in primary hypertensive patients in the absence of other cardiac diseases causing myocardial hypertrophy or cardiac dysfunction. The structural and functional myocardial abnormalities due to persistent hypertension result in myocardial ischemia, fibrosis, and hypertrophy. HTN-CM is primarily a disease of impaired ventricular relaxation rather than impaired contractility; thus patients …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 Read article