Ayurvedic Diagnostics & Assessment Flashcards

In Sparsha Pariksha (touch examination), a skin that feels cold, clammy, and oily most indicates:

Answer: Kapha imbalance

Cold, clammy, oily skin texture is characteristic of Kapha imbalance, reflecting the heavy, moist, and cool qualities of Kapha.

Which of the following pulse qualities (Nadi gati) is described as 'moving like a frog' and indicates Kapha dosha?

Answer: Manduka gati (frog-like)

Manduka gati (frog-like movement) describes the Kapha pulse, which hops slowly and heavily similar to a frog's movement.

In Ayurvedic assessment, Bala refers to:

Answer: The strength or immunity of the patient

Bala refers to the patient's strength, immunity, and overall vitality, which is a key factor in determining treatment approach.

A practitioner observes that a patient's sclera (whites of the eyes) are yellowish. In Ayurvedic diagnosis, this suggests:

Answer: Pitta aggravation affecting the liver

Yellow sclera indicates Pitta aggravation, specifically related to liver and gallbladder dysfunction, consistent with jaundice in Ayurvedic understanding.

The Ayurvedic examination method of assessing the patient's general appearance, body build, and posture is called:

Answer: Akruti Pariksha

Akruti Pariksha involves examining the patient's overall form, body build, skin, hair, nails, and general appearance.

Which type of Agni (digestive fire) is characterized by irregular digestion — sometimes strong, sometimes weak — with variable appetite?

Answer: Vishama Agni

Vishama Agni is irregular digestive fire associated with Vata imbalance, causing unpredictable digestion and variable appetite.

In Ayurvedic eye examination (Druk Pariksha), eyes that are sharp, penetrating, and intolerant of light indicate:

Answer: Pitta in the eyes

Sharp, penetrating eyes with photosensitivity indicate Pitta aggravation in the eyes, associated with Alochaka Pitta.