CONTRIBUTIONS OF CHARAKA SAMHITA IN KAUMARBHRITYA: AN INSIGHT VIEW
Dr. Ashok Mundotiya*, Prof. Ram Kumar Bhamu and Dr. Anukriti Gaur
ABSTRACT
The "Charaka Samhita" is a key part of the "Brihat Trayi," the three main compositions of ancient Indian medicine, Ayurveda. It is well-known among Ayurvedic practitioners for its excellence in "Chikitsa," or treatment. Charaka Acharya, often referred to as the "father of medicine," is primarily recognized for his contributions to this field. However, his contributions to other branches of Ayurveda are less well-known. One such branch is Kaumarbhritya, which focuses on the care of infants and children, addressing their diseases and management. Although the "Kashyapa Samhita" is considered the primary text for Kaumarbhritya, it is not entirely available. Therefore, students and physicians must consult other texts to acquire knowledge and resolve their queries. The contributions of Acharya Charaka are extensive and this review attempts to highlight the knowledge and insights on Kaumarbhritya available in the "Charaka Samhita."
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