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156 articles for “Unani treatment”
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Concept of Qillat-I-Darqiyat (Hypothyroidism) in Unani System of Medicine: A Systemic Review
Abstract: All types of sue-i-mizaj have their specific consequences and effects on every tissue of the human body. The clinical features of Sue-i-Mizaj Baridratab are nearly similar to that Hypothyroidism, which translated as Qillat-i-Darqiyyat in Unani system of medicine. Amongst all the endocrine disorders, Hypothyroidism is the most common and usually affects females. The lifetime risk of thyroid disorder in women is one in eight. In India 42 million people suffer …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treated successfully with Unani Formulation (Sibr Zard, Amba Haldi, Mur Maki, and Gulnar) –A Case study
Abstract: Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a distressing complication of diabetes mellitus. It is encountered in about 15% of patients living with DM. It is a major cause of morbidity and mortality. The patients with DFU are at the risk of prolonged hospitalization, infection, gangrene, amputation, and even death if effective wound care faculties are not provided. It is anticipated that approximately 50%-70% of all lower limb amputations are due to …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Concept and Management of Haemorrhoids (Bawaseer) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Haemorrhoids are one of the most prevalent diseases with significant impact on quality of life. Haemorrhoids commonly known as piles are defined as swollen, inflammed veins around the anus or the lower part of rectum. The most common symptom of haemorrhoids is rectal bleeding and discomfort before or after bowel movements. According to the Unani Physicians, the most common cause of the haemorrhoids is the accumulation of the abnormal melancholic …
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Concept and Management of Haemorrhoids (Bawaseer) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Haemorrhoids are one of the most prevalent diseases with significant impact on quality of life. Haemorrhoids commonly known as piles are defined as swollen, inflammed veins around the anus or the lower part of rectum. The most common symptom of haemorrhoids is rectal bleeding and discomfort before or after bowel movements. According to the Unani Physicians, the most common cause of the haemorrhoids is the accumulation of the abnormal melancholic …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 26–29 Read article
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Unani Concept of Tadarrun-e-Revi (Pulmonary Tuberculosis): A Review
Abstract: In Unani system of medicine, pulmonary tuberculosis is known as Tadarrun-e-Revi. Unani physicians also called it Diq or humma-e-diq or tap-e-diq. The ulcer which is formed in lungs due to tuberculosis is called sil. The word Diq means thinness or debility. In Diq, the increased temperature of body destroys the body fluid, because of which, the body of affected person becomes thin and dry. Hence the disease is called Humma-e-diq. …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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Cardiology in Unani Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Cardiology has been a topic of research since ancient time throughout the world. According to the Unani physicians Qalb (heart) is considered to be the Uzue Raees (supreme organ) of the body. Many Unani physicians like Hippocrates, Galen, Rabban Tabri, Abu Sahal Maseehi, Ibne Sina, Majoosi, Zakaria Razi, Ibne Nafees etc. have emphasized to describe the structure and function of the heart. They have also discussed various cardiac diseases, its …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 43–48 Read article
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Urticaria Uncovered: Understanding The Condition And Optimizing Its Management
Abstract: Urticaria, also known as hives, is a skin condition characterized by pale red, raised, and itchy bumps. The name "urticaria" is derived from the Latin words "urtica" and "urere," which mean nettle and to burn, respectively. This skin rash manifests as pink to flesh-colored plaques that are non-pitting and edematous. The primary cause of urticaria is believed to be a condition known as "Fasad e Dam," which refers to blood …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 8–15 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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Shiqaq-e-Maqad (Fissure in Ano) As Per Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Anal fissure is one of the most common anorectal condition encountered in clinical practice. It is a longitudinal split in the anoderm, with surrounding oedema and inflammatory induration which causes painful defecation, bleeding with streaks of blood on the surface of stool or on toilet paper and itching per rectum. As per Modern aspect, the aetiology of anal fissure is not known. They generally arise with local trauma caused by …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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Efficacy of Jawarish Falafali in Siman Mufrit (obesity): A pre-post analytical clinical study.
Abstract: Background & Objectives: Obesity (Siman Mufrit) is characterized by excess adipose tissue mass and increased BMI. Obesity has already reached epidemic proportions. In 2016, 1.9 billion adults worldwide were overweight. Of these over 650 million were obese. About 340 million adolescents (aged 5-19) and 41 million children (age < 5) were overweight or obese. NFHS-4 (2015-16) reported that obesity in India doubled in the last decade. Obesity is strongly associated …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 59–67 Read article
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PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF DIABETES MELLITUS (DM) WITH DIETOTHERAPY: A REVIEW
Abstract: Prevalence of type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM) have been increasing throughout the world day by day, to an extent that the condition has reached the epidemic proportions in many countries. One of the main reasons for increasing diabetic cases is the sedentary lifestyle, intake of junk food and obesity. Unhealthy eating with profound dependence on junk food, is the major reason for increasing lifestyle diseases like Diabetes Mellitus. Greco-Arab and …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Infertility (Uqr) in Unani Medicine: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Infertility (Uqr) is a complex and multifactorial condition, influenced by a combination of hormonal disturbances, lifestyle choices, nutritional factors, and environmental conditions. While modern biomedicine primarily addresses infertility through physiological and endocrinological assessments, Unani medicine an ancient system of healing rooted in Greco–Arabic philosophy approaches the condition from a holistic perspective. It emphasizes the balance of the four humors (Akhlat) and the individual’s temperament (Mizaj), advocating for the use of …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2026 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
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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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A Study of Shad Vidha Kriya Kaal and Its Importance in Prevention Diagnosis and Treatment of Diseases
Abstract: Ayurveda is science of life and its main aim is to maintain healthy status of healthy living being, i.e., prevention and treatment of disease. Concept of Shad Vidha Kriya kaal explained by Acharya Susruta is capable to full fill both of these aims. As the word Kriya kaal itself indicates, it is the duration in which action of vitiated doshas occur on the body during manifestation of disease. Acharya Susruta …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Understanding the Efficacy of Homoeopathy in treatment of Parasomnia
Abstract: AbstractParasomnias are a group of sleep disorders characterized by abnormal, unpleasant motor, verbal or behavioural events that occur during sleep or wake. Their treatment shows limited success with increase in daytime somnolence. Hence, this retrospective case series of 30 cases aimed to understand the efficacy of holistic homeopathic approach for the treatment of Parasomnia. In this study 64% of the patients subjective assessment showed satisfactory control and reduction in frequency …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 Read article
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Effect of Zaroor-e-Aelwa in Non-healing Ulcer: A Case Report
Abstract: Non-healing ulcer is one of the major health issues in and around the globe. It affects the quality of life, decreases work efficiency, causes loss in confidence, restricts mobility, causes anxiety, depression and isolation from society. Non-healing ulcers (Qurooh-e-Aseeerat-ul-Indamaal) are those ulcers which fail to heal by conservative treatment within 6 weeks. Its reported prevalence in India in the year 2004 was 4.8 per 1000 population. About 1% of total …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 25–28 Read article
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Effects of a Unani Polyherbal Formulation, Itrifal Mulayyan, on First and Second Degree Internal Haemorrhoids
Abstract: Background: Haemorrhoids are dilatation and tortuosity of anorectal vessels. Haemorrhoids above dentate line are called internal haemorrhoids and those below are called external haemorrhoids. These are caused mainly due to constipation. In 1st degree haemorrhoids, there is bleeding per rectum; in 2nd degree haemorrhoids along with bleeding there is prolapse of pile mass which reduces spontaneously. First- and second-degree haemorrhoids are the initial stages of internal haemorrhoids. If treatment is …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Barg-e-Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum Linn.) in Unani Medicine: Bridging Classical Therapeutics with Contemporary Pharmacological Evidence
Abstract: In the Unani System of Medicine (USM), Barg-e-Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum Linn.), commonly known as Tulsi or Holy Basil, is a highly valued medicinal herb that has been extensively used for centuries in the prevention and treatment of various ailments. It occupies an important place in traditional Unani therapeutics due to its broad spectrum of medicinal properties and its effectiveness in managing respiratory, gastrointestinal, neurological, and infectious disorders. Classical Unani scholars …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 20–29 Read article
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Ethnobotanical, Phytochemical, and Pharmacological Aspects of Piper nigrum (Filfil siyah): An Update
Abstract: Piper nigrum (Filfil siyah) is a very popular medicinal plant. It is used in Unani as well as the Ayurvedic System of medicine for several diseases due to their diverse pharmacological potentials and minor side effects. In the Unani System of Medicine, it is recommended for the treatment of Nafkh al-Mi‘da (Flatulence in the stomach), Qulanj Rihi (colic due to flatulence), Waj-ul-Meda (Gastric Pain), Kasir-e-Riyah (Carminative), Zofe-Ishtiha (Anorexia), Muharrik (Stimulant), …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 26–35 Read article