Mutrakruchha according to Ayurvedic Literature
Abstract
Difficulty in passing urine, associated with pain is termed as Mutrakruchha. According to Ayurvedic literature, Mutrakruchha has been classified as 8 types by Charak as well as Sushrut. The classification is made according to Doshas The term Mutrakrichha comes under the disorders of Mutravaha Srotas, description of this disease is mentioned in almost all classical texts which reflects its prevalence in ancient period. It is a disease involving Basti Marma. As Basti is one among the Trimarma (main three vital organs), it has great therapeutic importance. Acharyas has mentioned and elaborately explained the Mutrakriccha and its type in comprehensive manner. As manifestation of Mutrakriccha and lower urinary tract infection are similar, an attempt has been made in this article to understand the concept of Lower urinary tract infection in Ayurveda with comparison to Modern concept.
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