Abstract

KRIMIROGA IN CHILDREN – A LITERARY REVIEW

Avinash Karambhe* and Sonam Kanzode

Abstract

Krimi exist its importance in Medical science from ages. Starting from Rig Veda to Samhita Krimi is accepted as a causative factor of diseases. Though there is mention of non-pathological Krimi in the texts, but elaboration not done. Whereas, there is wide narration of pathological Krimi found in different Samhita. Description of etiologies, habitat, nomenclature, morphology, and clinical conditions produced due to Krimi is done by different Acharyas. The clinical conditions produced due to Krimi in host may be broadly categorized under GIT ailments, skin ailments and features of Anemia. Regarding management of Krimi, there is sufficient explanation of treatment principles in Samhita. Various research works have been done concerning treatment aspects of Krimi. In this article an attempt is made to throw the light on Ayurveda and Modern concept on Krimiroga.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Krimiroga, Samhita.