Abstract

CONCEPTUAL STUDY OF LUTA VISHA AND ITS MANAGEMENT

Dr. Shubhangi R. Nalawade* and Dr. Vaibhav S. Patil

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Abstract

As of August 2022, 50, 356 spider species in 132 families have been recorded by taxonomists.[1] Acharya Sushruta has described 16 species of Luta whereas Acharya Vagbhata has described about 28 varieties. Acharya Sushruta has described Luta visha under Jangama Visha and Acharya Vagbhata has included Luta visha under the keeta visha. Spider bite is a common problem among Indian population, however few of them are harmful. But some Spiders are poisonous and delay in their diagnosis and treatment but delay can cause death. Detailed explanation of Luta visha origin, symptoms, mode of poisoning and treatment is available in our classical texts.

Keywords: Jangama Visha and Acharya Vagbhata.