Question

"कोण-पिडक-कण्ठ-गाणां" are the classical manifestation of which of the following type of krimi as per Madhav Nidana? Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. Bahya Krimi
• B. Shleshmaja Krimi
• C. Raktaja Krimi
• D. Pureeshaja Krimi

Hint:

In Ayurvedic pathology, Bahya Krimi are external parasites or worms, and their symptoms include visible manifestations like pimples or swelling, particularly around the neck and other parts of the body.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

According to Madhav Nidana, the classical manifestation of "कोण
-पिडक
-कण्ठ
-गाणां" (knot, pimples, and swelling in the neck area) is associated with Bahya Krimi (external worms or parasites). These manifestations are commonly linked to conditions involving external infestations, which can result in symptoms such as pimples, lumps, and swelling around the neck or body.
- Shleshmaja Krimi refers to worms related to the accumulation of mucus, generally affecting the internal organs.
- Raktaja Krimi refers to blood
-related worms, affecting the circulatory system.
- Pureeshaja Krimi refers to worms originating from the intestinal system. Thus, the correct answer is (1) Bahya Krimi.