Madhava Nidana

Chapter 53 – Visphota Nidanam

The 53rd chapter of Madhava Nidana is Visphota Nidanam which deals with Blisters or cold sore. A cold sore is a group of tiny, painful blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). They’re also called fever blisters or herpes simplex labialis.

 

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Chapter 52 – Visarpa Nidanam

The 52nd Chapter of Madhava Nidana is Visarpa Nidanam which deals with Erysipelas is a bacterial skin infection involving the upper dermis that characteristically extends into the superficial cutaneous lymphatics. It is a tender, intensely erythematous, indurated plaque with a sharply demarcated border. Its well-defined margin can help differentiate it from other skin infections Erysipelas.

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Chapter 44 – Bhagna Nidanam

The 44th chapter of Madhava Nidana is Bhagna Nidanam which deals with Fractures of Bones. A bone fracture is a break in the continuity of a bone. A significant percentage of bone fractures occur because of high force impact or stress. By contrast, a compound fracture is one that damages surrounding tissue and penetrates the skin

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Chapter 50 – Shitapitta, Udarda, Kotha Nidanam

The 50th chapter of Madhava Nidana is Shitapitta, Udarda, Kotha nidanam which deals with Skin rashes, Erythema, Allergy and the like. A rash is any area of irritated or swollen skin on your body. Rashes are often itchy and painful and can appear differently on different skin tones. While they are often described as red, on darker skin tones they may be purple, gray, or white.

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Chapter 49 – Kushta Nidanam

The 49th chapter of Madhava Nidana is Kushta Nidana which deals with Leprosy and other diseases of the skin. Hansen’s disease (also known as leprosy) is an infection caused by slow-growing bacteria called Mycobacterium leprae. It can affect the nerves, skin, eyes, and lining of the nose (nasal mucosa). With early diagnosis and treatment, the disease can be cured. People with Hansen’s disease can continue to work and lead an active life during and after treatment.

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Chapter 48 – Shuka Dosha Nidanam

The 48th chapter of Madhava Nidana is Shuka Dosha Nidana which deals with Disorders of Penis. The penis is an external organ in the male reproductive system. Disorders which can affect the penis include priapism, balanitis, penile cancer, erectile dysfunction and ejaculatory disorders.

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