A Review on the Concept of Madhumeha in Ayurveda with Special Reference to Diabetes Mellitus
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23680097Keywords:
Madhumeha, Prameha, Diabetes Mellitus, Samprapti, Avarana, OjasAbstract
Background: Madhumeha is one of the twenty types of Prameha and is placed in the Vataja group. Ayurvedic classics describe it as a long-lasting disease in which the patient passes a large amount of urine that is sweet like honey, along with slow loss of body tissues and strength. Its causes, early signs, stages of disease formation and line of treatment are explained in detail in the Brihatrayi and Laghutrayi. In modern science, Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder marked by high blood sugar, and its number is rising fast in India because of faulty diet, lack of exercise and stress. A clear understanding of the classical concept of Madhumeha can help in early diagnosis, prevention and complete management of Diabetes Mellitus.
Aim: To study the concept of Madhumeha in Ayurveda with special reference to Diabetes Mellitus.
Objectives: To collect the classical description of Madhumeha – Nidana, Purvarupa, Rupa, Samprapti, Upadrava, Sadhyasadhyata and Chikitsa. To understand Diabetes Mellitus as described in modern medicine. To find out the correlation between Madhumeha and Diabetes Mellitus.
Materials and Methods: Classical texts such as Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Ashtanga Hridaya, Madhava Nidana, Bhavaprakasha and Chakradatta were studied with commentaries. Modern data was taken from current guidelines and research papers from PubMed and Google Scholar. All data was arranged under Nidana, Rupa, Samprapti and Chikitsa.
Results & Discussion: Weak Agni, excess Kapha and loose Meda explain the obesity-linked insulin resistance of Type 2 diabetes. Diet, daily routine and Shodhana-Shamana therapy act on the root cause.
Conclusion: Madhumeha shows strong conceptual similarity with Diabetes Mellitus. Classical knowledge of its causes and stages can guide early detection, lifestyle correction and integrative care.
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