Significance of Madhumeha
Madhumeha is the Ayurvedic term for diabetes mellitus, characterized by sweet-smelling urine and excessive urination, akin to honey. Its historical context in Ayurveda designates it as a type of Prameha, specifically classified under Vataja Prameha, which refers to metabolic disorders including Type 2 diabetes. Madhumeha is noted for being particularly severe, often deemed incurable, and reflects imbalances in bodily doshas, with roots traced back to ancient texts like Charak Samhita. This condition highlights the interplay between modern diabetes understanding and traditional Ayurvedic wisdom.
Synonyms: Diabetes, Hyperglycemia, Glucose intolerance, Diabetic condition
In Dutch: Madhumeha; In Finnish: Madhumeha; In Spanish: Madhumeha
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Hindu concept of 'Madhumeha'
Madhumeha in Hinduism is interpreted as a severe form of Prameha linked to diabetes, marked by sweet urine resembling honey, profound lethargy, and often seen as incurable, reflecting serious metabolic disturbances.
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 4: Cikitsasthana
(1) A type of diabetes referenced in ancient texts, characterized as a condition leading to the abandonment of patients by other physicians.[1] (2) A specific type of Prameha in which the patient's excretions acquire a honey-like sweetness, reflecting severe metabolic conditions.[2]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 2: Nidanasthana
(1) A more severe form of Prameha characterized by profound lethargy and significant urinary changes, often deemed incurable.[3]
From: Garuda Purana
(1) A type of Prameha marked by the passing of sweet urine similar in taste to honey.[4]