A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF ETIO-PATHOGENESIS OF TUNDIKERI
Journal Title: Journal of Biological and Scientific Opinion - Year 2013, Vol 1, Issue 3
Abstract
In Ayurveda Tundikeri is explained under diseases of oral cavity. This disease is grossly explained in Ayurvedic literature under classifications of Kanthagata and TalugataRoga. It is mainly characterized by Shopha (swelling) involving inflammation of faucial tonsils. In contemporary science, it may be correlated to tonsillitis. It is the eighth most common presenting complaint in paediatric practice. The presenting data evolves need to understand the causative factors and pathogenesis of Tundikeri. The concept is drawn from various classical texts of Ayurveda and interpreted in current scenario. The specific treatment principle at each stage of disease (Kriyakala) is the key point in this article. Tundikeri in children causes pain. To avoid that one needs to prevent it through Ayurveda. The minute understanding of its etio-pathogenesis will help in checking this disease at the earliest for early intervention.
Authors and Affiliations
Radha Jindal , Dilbag Jindal , Reena Kulkarni , Shailaja U , Sudhakar Powar
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