Abstract

A LITERARY REVIEW OF KAKKANAM MATHITRAI FOR PEDIATRIC ILLNESS

*S. Ramya

Abstract

Ancient Siddha System of Medicine is well known for its good therapeutic value. It is most commonly used in Southern region of India. Siddhars Ancient Saints classified the diseases into 4448 in number. Its uniqueness is showed by the best medicines for the betterment of an individual in a diseased condition. Besides Toxicology, Gynecology, Special medicines, Siddhars also concentrated in the Pediatric illness. They are classified into two types of Aga karana noigal and Pura karana noigal. Where maantham (Gastro Intestinal Disturbances) is one of the Aga karana noigal. It occurs because of improper Post natal care, creates Aamam within mother’s body which is simultaneously transferred into infant and showed as a Maantham. Kakkanam mathirai Siddha a Herbomineral pill which has a therapeutic value in treating Maantham and Kirumi (worm infestation). This paper deals with the nature of the diseases, symptoms, types, treatments for maantham in siddha aspect compared to modern aspect.

Keywords: Siddha medicine, Kakkanam mathirai, Maantham, Kirumi.