Ayurvedic Diagnostics & Assessment Flashcards

Which term describes the concept of improperly digested matter that becomes a toxic substance in Ayurveda?

Answer: Ama

Ama refers to undigested, toxic residue formed from incomplete digestion, considered a root cause of many diseases.

In Rogi Pariksha (patient examination), Dashavidha Pariksha examines how many factors?

Answer: Ten

Dashavidha Pariksha is a ten-fold examination of the patient including Prakriti, Vikriti, Sara, Samhanana, and others.

A patient with Sama Pitta condition would most likely present with:

Answer: Pitta combined with Ama causing blocked channels

Sama Pitta refers to Pitta dosha combined with Ama (toxic residue), resulting in blocked channels and inflammatory conditions with toxicity.

Which Ayurvedic concept describes the unique constitutional makeup determined at conception?

Answer: Prakriti

Prakriti is the inherent constitution established at conception, determining an individual's physical and mental tendencies throughout life.

In Shabda Pariksha (sound examination), which finding indicates Vata imbalance?

Answer: High-pitched, hyperactive bowel sounds

High-pitched, irregular, or hyperactive bowel sounds indicate Vata disturbance in the colon, the primary seat of Vata.

The Ayurvedic concept of 'Sara' in examination refers to:

Answer: The quality and excellence of bodily tissues

Sara refers to the quality, purity, and excellence of the seven dhatus (tissues), assessed to determine the patient's overall vitality.

Which dosha governs the Rasa and Rakta dhatus and is responsible for transformation and metabolism?

Answer: Pitta

Pitta dosha governs transformation and metabolism, with Ranjaka Pitta specifically responsible for transforming Rasa into Rakta (blood).