Madhava Nidana

Chapter 38 – Galaganda – Gandamala – Apachi – Granthi – Arbuda Nidanam

The 38th chapter of Madhava Nidana is Galaganda – Gandamala – Apachi – Granthi – Arbuda Nidanam which deals with Cervical Lymphadenoma, Scrofula – Tumors, Cancer. Cervical lymphadenopathy is abnormal enlargement of lymph nodes (LNs) in the head and neck usually >1 cm

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Chapter 37 – Vrddhi Nidanam

The 37th Chapter of Madhava Nidana is Vrddhi Nidanam which deals with Swellings of the Scrotum. A hydrocele is a type of swelling in the scrotum that occurs when fluid collects in the thin sheath surrounding a testicle. Hydrocele is common in newborns and usually disappears without treatment by age 1. Older boys and adult men can develop a hydrocele due to inflammation or injury within the scrotum.

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Chapter 36 – Shotha Nidanam

The 36th chapter of Madhava Nidana is Shotha Nidanam which deals with Oedema, Anasarca. Anasarca is a medical condition that leads to general swelling of the whole body. It happens when your body tissues retain too much fluid due to several reasons. It differs from other types of edema that affect one or two parts of the body. The condition is also known as extreme generalized edema or massive edema. When it happens, it’s usually as a result of a severe underlying condition or organ damage.

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Chapter 35 – Udara Nidanam

The chapter 35 of Madhava Nidana is Udara Nidanam which deals with Enlargement of Stomach. A distended abdomen is measurably swollen beyond its normal size. It’s often accompanied by the feeling of being bloated with trapped gas or digestive contents.

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Chapter 34 – Medoroga Nidanam

The Chapter 34 of Madhava Nidana is Medoroga nidanam which deals with Obesity. Obesity is a complex disease involving an excessive amount of body fat.  It’s a medical problem that increases the risk of other diseases and health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and certain cancers.

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Chapter 33 — Prameha, Prameha – pidaka Nidanam

The 33rd chapter of Madhava Nidana deals with Prameha, Prameha – pidaka Nidanam i.e., Polyuria/ Diabetes Carbuncles. Polyuria is the medical term for excessive urination. It is not a medical condition but a symptom of other illnesses. Common polyuria causes include diabetes, kidney disease, and certain medications. It can also be caused by pregnancy, an electrolyte imbalance, excess caffeine, and drinking alcohol.

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